Custom Clearance

July 10, 2024

We strive to provide a seamless experience for our customers when it comes to shipping laboratory reagents and products worldwide. We primarily work with reliable shipping carriers such as DHL, FedEx, UPS, Aramex, and EMS to ensure efficient and timely delivery of our products. These shipping carriers also offer custom clearance services, making the import process smoother for our customers. Here's some important information regarding custom clearance:

Shipping Carriers: We partner with reputable shipping carriers that have extensive experience in handling international shipments, including custom clearance. DHL, FedEx, UPS, Aramex, and EMS have established networks and expertise in navigating customs procedures in various countries.
Custom Clearance Services: Our chosen shipping carriers offer custom clearance services as part of their shipping process. This means that they will handle the necessary documentation and procedures required for customs clearance on behalf of our customers. This service helps expedite the clearance process and ensures compliance with local import regulations.
Added Fee: While the custom clearance services provided by our shipping carriers are convenient, they may involve a small additional fee. This fee covers the cost of handling the necessary paperwork, liaising with customs authorities, and ensuring compliance with import regulations. The specific fee may vary depending on the destination country and the value of the shipment.
Smooth Import Process: By utilizing the custom clearance services offered by our shipping carriers, we aim to make the import process as smooth and hassle-free as possible for our customers. It saves time and effort, allowing you to focus on your research and work instead of dealing with complex customs procedures.
Compliance and Documentation: It is essential to ensure compliance with import regulations and provide accurate and complete documentation for customs clearance. As the importer, you may be required to provide information such as import licenses (if applicable), and any other necessary permits or certifications.
Country-specific Requirements: Customs regulations and requirements vary from country to country. It is crucial to be aware of any specific regulations, restrictions, or prohibitions related to laboratory reagents in the destination country. Importers are responsible for ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations, including any requirements for labeling, packaging, or special permits.

For your convenience, we have complied a list of countries along with their respective import norms. Please be aware the information provided herein may not be accurate and may change over time.

United States:

Documentation: Customs declaration (CBP Form 3461) for orders above US$2500, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product-specific documents (such as FDA certificates, MSDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Considerations: Certain laboratory reagents may require additional permits or clearances from the FDA or other regulatory agencies. Complying with product-specific regulations and ensuring accurate product classification is crucial.

China:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China (GACC), National Medical Products Administration (NMPA).
Considerations: Chinese customs may require product testing, certification, and compliance with specific Chinese regulations and standards. Importers may need to work with local agents or partners for smooth customs clearance.

United Kingdom:

Documentation: Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications. Customs declaration (C88 form) might be required for high-value orders.
Regulatory Agencies: HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Considerations: Compliance with UK import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Japan:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: Japan Customs, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW), Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA).
Considerations: Adherence to Japanese import regulations and standards, including product classification, testing, and compliance with specific Japanese requirements. Importers may need to obtain import permits or licenses, depending on the nature of the reagents.

Germany:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications. An EORI number might be required to import the shipment.
Regulatory Agencies: German Customs, Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices (BfArM).
Considerations: Compliance with German import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

South Korea:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: Korea Customs Service (KCS), Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS).
Considerations: South Korean customs may require additional product testing, certification, and compliance with specific Korean regulations and standards. Importers may need to work with local agents or partners for smooth customs clearance.

France:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: French Customs, Agence Nationale de Sécurité du Médicament et des Produits de Santé (ANSM).
Considerations: Compliance with French import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Canada:

Documentation: Customs declaration (Canada Customs Invoice or Commercial Invoice), packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications. Formal Entry for import must be filed.
Regulatory Agencies: Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), Health Canada, Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).
Considerations: Compliance with Canadian import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Australia:

Documentation: Customs declaration (Import Declaration or Commercial Invoice), packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: Australian Border Force (ABF), Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).
Considerations: Compliance with Australian import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Russia:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: Federal Customs Service of Russia, Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation.
Considerations: Compliance with Russian import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Importers may need to obtain import licenses or permits, depending on the nature of the reagents.

Brazil:

Documentation: Customs declaration (DI - Declaração de Importação), commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: Secretariat of Federal Revenue of Brazil (Receita Federal), National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA).
Considerations: Compliance with Brazilian import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Mexico:

Documentation: Customs declaration (Pedimento), commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: General Customs Administration (AGA).
Considerations: Compliance with Mexican import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Spain:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications. A permit or license from AEMPS is required for import.
Regulatory Agencies: Spanish Customs and Excise, Spanish Agency of Medicines and Medical Devices (AEMPS).
Considerations: Compliance with Spanish import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Italy:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency (Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli), Italian Medicines Agency (AIFA), Ministry of Health (Ministero della Salute).
Considerations: Compliance with Italian import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Netherlands:

Documentation: Customs declaration (Single Administrative Document - SAD or Entry Summary Declaration - ESD), commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: Dutch Customs, Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA).
Considerations: Compliance with Dutch import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Sweden:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: Swedish Customs, Medical Products Agency (MPA), Swedish Chemicals Agency (KEMI).
Considerations: Compliance with Swedish import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Switzerland:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: Swiss Customs Administration, Swissmedic, Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN).
Considerations: Compliance with Swiss import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Belgium:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: Belgian Customs, Federal Agency for Medicines and Health Products (FAMHP).
Considerations: Compliance with Belgian import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Turkey:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications. A permit or a license from TITCK might be required for import.
Regulatory Agencies: Turkish Customs and Trade Ministry, Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency (TITCK).
Considerations: Compliance with Turkish import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Argentina:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: Argentine Customs, National Administration of Drugs, Food, and Medical Technology (ANMAT).
Considerations: Compliance with Argentine import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Poland:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications.
Regulatory Agencies: Polish Customs, Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Chief Pharmaceutical Inspectorate.
Considerations: Compliance with Polish import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required.

Indonesia:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications. Additional documents may be required based on the specific product and import requirements.
Regulatory Agencies: Indonesian Customs, National Agency of Drug and Food Control (BPOM).
Considerations: Compliance with Indonesian import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required. It is advisable to work with a local agent or partner to facilitate customs clearance.

United Arab Emirates (UAE):

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications. Additional documents may be required based on the specific product and import requirements.
Regulatory Agencies: UAE Customs, Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP), Dubai Health Authority (DHA).
Considerations: Compliance with UAE import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required. Importers should also be aware of any specific labeling or packaging requirements.

South Africa:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications. Additional documents may be required based on the specific product and import requirements.
Regulatory Agencies: South African Revenue Service (SARS), South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA).
Considerations: Compliance with South African import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required. Importers should also ensure compliance with any labeling or packaging requirements and be aware of any specific import restrictions or prohibitions.

India:

The purchased products or laboratory reagents will be shipped through domestic courier and no further regulatory compliances are required for transport and delivery.

Denmark:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications. Additional documents may be required based on the specific product and import requirements.
Regulatory Agencies: Danish Customs and Tax Administration, Danish Medicines Agency.
Considerations: Compliance with Danish import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required. Importers should also be aware of any specific labeling or packaging requirements.

Finland:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications. Additional documents may be required based on the specific product and import requirements.
Regulatory Agencies: Finnish Customs, Finnish Medicines Agency (Fimea), Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency (Tukes).
Considerations: Compliance with Finnish import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required. Importers should also ensure compliance with any labeling or packaging requirements.

Norway:

Documentation: Customs declaration, commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, import licenses (if applicable), product specification sheets, safety data sheets (SDS), and any other required permits or certifications. Additional documents may be required based on the specific product and import requirements.
Regulatory Agencies: Norwegian Customs, Norwegian Medicines Agency.
Considerations: Compliance with Norwegian import regulations, including adherence to product-specific regulations and standards. Depending on the reagent type, additional permits or licenses may be required. Importers should also be aware of any specific labeling or packaging requirements.

Please note that customs regulations and requirements can vary, and it is important to consult with customs authorities or seek professional advice for the specific import requirements for laboratory reagents and products into each country. Importers should also ensure compliance with local laws and regulations, including any requirements for labeling, packaging, or special permits.