Dear CZL Express customer:
Hello!
Recently, we have noticed that many customers still habitually use vague descriptions such as "samples," "accessories," "gifts," and "electronic products" when filling out international express shipment descriptions. Such wording is highly likely to trigger strict inspections by customs both in China and abroad, leading to goods being detained and even affecting access to expedited clearance channels.
Inaccurate or non-standard product names can lead to serious consequences.
- Chinese customs has detained the export shipment and requested additional documentation.
- Secondary inspection by customs in the destination country significantly extends the detention time.
- The most serious situationGoods that could have been cleared through the "express fast customs clearance channel" (simplified low-value express mode such as List B/List C) were treated as general trade goods due to unclear descriptions.Forced to formal import customs declarationThis results in high tariffs, value-added tax, and customs clearance agency fees (often several times the freight cost).
- If the recipient cannot provide the required professional information → customs clearance is impossible → forced return → return shipping costs can be 2-3 times or even higher than the original shipping cost!
Example of a correct description (strongly recommended to be included with the shipment)
Please be sure to clearly write the following three elements in the item name field of the waybill, commercial invoice, or packing list:
Recommended format:
Product Name: Carbide Drill Bits Material: 83.5% Tungsten + 10% Cobalt + 6% Carbon + 0.5% Other Carbides Application: Cutting tools for machining metal parts on CNC machine tools Quantity: 50 pieces Unit Price: US$15 Total Value: US$750
Other common product categories for reference:
- Apparel fabric: 65% cotton + 35% polyester fiber, used as fabric for adult casual T-shirts.
- Phone case: Made of TPU+PC composite material, used for phone protection.
- Makeup brushes: Nylon bristles + aluminum tube + wooden handle, for personal makeup application.
In short
By simply providing the three essential elements of "product name + material + purpose", the risks of customs detention, formal customs declaration, and return of the 99% can be easily avoided! It ensures timely delivery, saves money, and allows you to continue enjoying the convenience of fast customs clearance.
If you are unsure how to properly describe your product, please feel free to contact us. We will provide one-on-one free assistance to optimize your product name and ensure smooth shipment!
Thank you for choosing CZL Express!
CZL Express Team
Official website: exp.czl.net
Tel: 021-67892002
Email: support@czl.net