What is required for importing goods into China?
In order to purchase imported goods, an importer in China must have: a. authorisation from the various governmental bodies; b. sufficient foreign exchange; and c. an import license (in some cases). What authorisation does an importer need to obtain? An importer in China must acquire approval from the following governmental bodies before purchasing imported goods: a. the supervising organisation The importer must get approval, at either the county or the municipal level, from the industrial bureau or the industrial corporation that normally administers its activities. b. the state planning commission (SPC) The State Planning Commission determines the general economic plans for each region and any proposed imports must be consistent with the State Planning Commission’s economic development policies. Basically, the SPC determines the pattern of development in various industries and assigns foreign exchange accordingly. More specifically, it is charged with approving the construction of ne
