As the haze of the epidemic continues to shroud, many people want to send masks to relatives and friends overseas. If you need to send masks and other anti-epidemic materials from Hong Kong In overseas areas, Miss Fuuffy has sorted out the precautions, please refer to them!
Before mailing masks overseas, you need to understand the import regulations and tariff policies of the destination country. Different countries have different regulations for the import of masks, and some even impose additional tariffs. Here are the regulations for several common destinations:
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Destination |
Sender's responsibility |
Tariff |
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General situation |
1. A maximum of 250 pieces of personal masks can be sent per waybill 2. The mask must be placed in the box in its original packaging 3. You may need to pay customs duties and import taxes, and the tax amount is calculated by the customs office of the destination 4. If necessary, provide the required information to the customs of the import destination |
Duties and taxes may be paid and subject to customs inspection and decision |
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Australia |
No other special provisions |
If the declared value is less than A$1,000, it is tax-free |
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Germany |
If the quantity is large or for commercial use, TGA certification may be required. |
If the declared value is less than 45 euros, it is tax-free |
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United States |
*When sending non-medical masks, please indicate ‘Masks – not for medical use’(Masks are not for medical use); otherwise, the manufacturer must be provided Name, address, product materials and FDA registration number
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If the declared value is less than US$100, it is tax-free |
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UK |
No other special provisions |
If the declared value is less than £39, it is tax-free |
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Taiwan |
*If the masks sent to Taiwan are medical masks, they need to obtain a license from the FDA and the Taiwan International Trade Bureau before they can be imported; non-medical masks also need to be imported into Taiwan. Go to the website of the Taiwan International Trade Bureau to apply for a license, and confirm that the origin of the mask is marked on the minimum outer packaging |
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Fuuffy reminds you: Due to the global epidemic and mailing restrictions in various countries are constantly changing every day, if you have any questions before sending, please contactFuuffyCustomer Serviceconfirm the situation.
Correctly filling out the mailing label and customs declaration form is key to ensuring smooth delivery of the masks. Here are some important notes:
- Clearly indicate the recipient’s full name, address and contact number.
- Fill in English and ensure that the address format meets the standards of the destination country.
- If possible, include the recipient's postal code and email address.
- Fill in the item description accurately, such as ""Face masks for personal use"" or ""Disposable face masks.""
- If it is a cloth mask, you can write ""Cloth face coverings"".
- Declare the value of the item honestly, but do not overestimate to avoid increasing the recipient's customs burden.
- In the purpose column, you can fill in ""Gift"" or ""Personal use"".
- Use clean, sturdy packaging materials.
-Pack the mask into a sealed bag to maintain hygiene.
- Mark ""MASK"" or ""FACE COVERING"" on the outside of the package to facilitate customs identification.
- Customs Declaration
- Commercial Invoice (if applicable)
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- Certificate of origin (may be required by some countries)
- Recipient's authorization letter (some countries may require it)
- FDA certified (USA)
- CE certified (EU)< /span>
- Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare certification (Japan)
- TGA certification (Australia)
- Health Canada certification (Canada)
- If the customs at the destination requires submission of certification documents, the sender needs to contact the product manufacturer or seller to obtain the relevant certification documents.
- The customs clearance document requirements for mail will not change depending on the purpose of sending the mail and the same quantity.
- If the masks are for personal use and are not certified, you can try to post no more than 250 masks and select the item type when declaring the item content. [Masks and Personal Protective Equipment] and fill in [Mask (not for medical use)]; however, due to the lack of certification documents, successful customs clearance cannot be guaranteed.
Send masks and other anti-epidemic materials overseas from Hong Kong. Taking Hong Kong to the United States as an example, the cheapest shipping fee is as low as $66. The specific shipping fee needs to be calculated based on the size and weight of the package. Use fuuffy nowShipping CalculatorGet a quote!
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Please note: UPS internal guidelines require customers to provide masks FDA registration number when sending masks to the United States, regardless of purpose and quantity, when shipping to EU countries. There is no mandatory requirement to have CE certification for local customs clearance, otherwise the shipment may be detained by local customs.
Although mailing masks overseas seems simple, it actually involves many steps and precautions. By understanding local import regulations, preparing the necessary documentation, choosing the right courier service, and paying attention to packaging and declaration details, you can greatly increase your chances of a smooth delivery of your masks.
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