New export rules for China

From October 1, 2025, China will enter into force new export rules, which will change the order of work for companies without an export license and intermediaries processing exports on their behalf. These amendments will affect supply chain From Chinese manufacturers to foreign buyers.

Why are changes being introduced

China is tightening export controls to:

• prevent exportation.
• boost transparency of foreign trade operations.
• provide taxation.

In the past, there has been an active market where factory produced the goods, and The documents were issued to the mediator a trading or logistics company. For foreign buyers, everything looked legal: the goods were shipped, the declaration was filed, the currency arrived.

This practice is now officially admitted violation n.

What will change?

The main innovation is that The export declaration must indicate the actual manufacturer or seller..
Formal intermediaries can no longer act as exporters on behalf of others.

If the documents indicate false data, this will be considered falsely nwith appropriate fines and blocking of goods.

What it means for overseas buyers

1. Increased risks for intermediaries

Companies that used to export to themselves now They have full tax liability.
As a result, many intermediaries have already refuse such services.

2. Increased cost of agency services

Agents who continue to work in the new system will include:

• tax risks,
• additional checks,
• Transparent reporting.

As a result, the cost of their services grow up.

3. Possible delays at customs

If the declaration indicates an incorrect manufacturer, customs may:

• reclassify.
• tax the agent on the full amount of exports.
• suspend until we find out.

This will lead to finesEspecially at high volumes.

4. Tightening of currency controls

Previously, a scheme was often used when:

• money transferred factory.
• and the paperwork was done. mediate.

Now the currency has to come in strictlywhich is listed in the declaration as an exporter.
Otherwise, the payment may be blocked or found suspicious.

What to do for buyers working with China

1. Check the availability of an export license

Before placing the order, specify, Does the factory have the right to export?.
If you have a license, make the documents directly, without intermediaries.

2. Work only on the "white" scheme

If you use the services of an agent:

• the declaration shall indicate producer.
• agent indicates mediation.
• The entire amount of exports must correspond to the documents.

3. Control currency transfers

Payments must come in who is an exporter under the declaration.
If the money goes bypassing, this is a risk for both parties:
The cargo can be delayed, and the company will be subject to currency control.

4. Plan for the long term.

Large buyers should consider Opening your own legal entity or representative office in China.
This will allow:

• export directly,
• legally accept payment,
• Work without intermediaries.

5. Consider additional deadlines

Verification of documents, harmonization of supply chains and verification of foreign exchange earnings now take more time.
Put this in your supply schedule, especially when dealing with seasonal goods.

How the changes will affect the market

In the short term, it is expected that:

• increasing the cost of intermediaries.
• bureaucratization.
• Temporary decline in small producer exports.

In the long run, the market will be more transparent and secure:

• The audit of supplies will be simplified.
• The share of illegal schemes will decrease.
• The trust of foreign partners will increase.
  
  

New export rules from October 1, 2025 are China’s step toward Transparency and Control of Foreign Trade.
For foreign buyers, this means a necessity. work only under legal schemesCheck the licenses of factories and pay attention to the details of document management.

The sooner you adapt your purchasing model to new requirements, the more reliable and stable your business with China will be.