Mask import clearance process and guidance




The reference codes for prevention and control materials such as medical masks are as follows:


Mask: HS CODE 6307900000/9090000000/3926909090;

Commodity name: Unlisted products of textile materials

Declaration elements: 0: brand type; 1: export benefits; 2: ingredient content; 3: GTIN; 4: CAS;

Customs supervision conditions: None

Import Duty: 6% Import VAT: 13%

Remarks: 0 tariffs for 10 ASEAN countries; MFN for Asia Pacific: 0% tariffs

Civil masks do not require a temporary license from the Drug Administration, and can be imported in general trade. Customs around China have opened fast-track clearance schemes. Please rest assured to import.



Protective clothing: HS CODE 6210103000;

Commodity name: Garment made of chemical fiber with fabric of heading 56.02 or 56.03

Declaration elements: 0: brand type; 1: export benefits; 2: weaving method [weaving, etc.]; 3: category [tops, trousers, shorts, etc.]; 4: category [men's, women's]; 5 : Ingredient content; 6: brand [Chinese and foreign name]; 7: article number; 8: GTIN; 9: CAS;


Goggles: HS CODE 9004909000.

Product Name: Other glasses

Declaration elements: 0: brand type; 1: export benefits; 2: use; 3: type [discoloration, etc.]; 4: brand; 5: model; 6: GTIN; 7: CAS

Logistics Baba reminded that the above HS CODE product import customs clearance needs the following qualifications:


Enterprise qualification requirements for importing domestic importers:

1.Import and export rights.

2. Customs & Inspection and Quarantine Registration

3. Customs paperless contract, customs enterprise annual report declaration (import processing)

4. Business scope of the product

5. Recorded by the importer and exporter of imported food (for import)


The import documents are required as follows:


Packing List


Bill of Lading


Invoice / Invoice


Contract / Sales Contract


Certificate of Origin


Certificate of Health


Chinese and English labels



Mask import process:

Preparation of documents-overseas shipment-port clearance-release

Since ordinary masks and medical masks currently belong to the same HS, please note that medical masks (medical protective masks, medical surgical masks, etc.) are classified as Class II medical devices in China. Importing companies need to have a medical device management record certificate and imported medical products Device registration certificate.

If imported medical masks, if it is a donation at present, you can lay down the certificate first and then reissue the certificate.

If it is imported for sale, it is recommended to follow the normal procedure for importing medical devices, and a business record certificate and import registration certificate are required to prevent subsequent verification. You can also consult with the local drug regulatory department to prevent subsequent risks.


The materials that are urgently needed for epidemic prevention and control include: medical protective clothing, N95 masks, medical masks, positive pressure isolation clothing, protective masks, goggles, fluids, etc. Materials not related to epidemic prevention and control are not accepted for the time being.

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