🇨🇳 China
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Capital: Beijing
China (ISO-Code: CN) is located in East Asia and is the third largest country in the world by area, with a coastline along the Pacific Ocean. Politically, China is a socialist republic with centralist leadership under the Communist Party. The climate is diverse, ranging from arctic in the north to continental and subtropical to tropical in the south. China is a leading economic power with global significance in industry, technology, and logistics. Foreign trade is a central economic factor, with strong exports in electronics, machinery, and consumer goods, while the country relies on raw material imports. Strategically located seaports and a dense transport network of roads, railways, and rivers strengthen China's role as a global transit and logistics hub. The national currency is the Renminbi (RMB), which is increasingly used in international trade. China plays a crucial role in global supply chains and international goods flows between Asia, Europe, and America. Economic reforms and investments in infrastructure permanently enhance the efficiency of production, trade, and logistics.
Customs / Import / Export (China)
Quick operational overview for shipments to China. Depending on goods, product requirements, labeling and clearance steps can be relevant; correct classification and clear descriptions matter.
Documents (typical)
Process (simplified)
- Prepare export + complete documentation
- Import clearance (agent/broker, potential inspections)
- Release, duties/taxes, and delivery
Common pitfalls
- Vague description or wrong classification → delays
- Certificates/product requirements not checked → holds
- Inconsistent values/documents → queries
Trade
Top import partners
- KR
- JP
- US
- DE
- AU
Top export partners
- US
- HK
- JP
- KR
- DE
Top import goods
- Mineralöle
- Halbleiter
- Eisenerz
- Maschinen
- Agrarprodukte
Top export goods
- Elektronik
- Maschinen
- Fahrzeuge
- Textilien
- Chemie
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FAQ
What are the latest news for China?
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Which airports are in China?
This page lists selected airports in the country and links to the full list.
Which seaports are in China?
This page lists selected seaports in the country and links to the full list.
Which trade partners are important for China?
Which logistics terms are especially relevant for China?
For international shipments, these terms are a good quick start: