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Trade & Customs Lawyers in China

Import/export, customs compliance, and cross-border trade disputes.

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Export Control and Sanctions 33 Bonded Zone Operations 9 Cross-border E-commerce 10 Customs Valuation and Tariffs 5 Supply Chain and ESG Compliance 2

Overview

Practice orientation

Find trade and customs lawyers for import/export compliance, valuation and tariff disputes, bonded zones, and cross-border e-commerce. Classification and valuation issues can create material duty exposure.

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Process, issues, and further reading

Trade & customs workflow

  1. Classify goods (HS codes) and confirm import/export licensing needs.
  2. Valuation, origin, and preferential tariff claims with documentary support.
  3. Declare accurately; manage bonded zones, FTZ, and processing trade models.
  4. Respond to audits, seizures, or administrative penalties with counsel.
  5. Structure CBEC and dual-use / export-control screening for tech goods.

Key PRC sources (illustrative)

  • Customs Law of the PRC — declaration, inspection, duties, and customs enforcement powers.
  • Foreign Trade Law of the PRC — import/export operators and trade remedy interfaces.
  • Export Control Law of the PRC (2020) — dual-use items, technologies, and controlled activities.
  • Regulations of the PRC on Import and Export Duties / customs valuation rules — duty base and preference claims.

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FAQ

Common questions

When hire customs counsel?
Audits, seizures, classification disputes, large duty exposures, or bonded/CBEC structure design.
Do these lawyers work with foreign clients?
Many listed counsel assist foreign businesses and individuals. Check languages on each profile and request an English consultation when available.
What does a consultation cover?
Usually a short case assessment, whether China is the right jurisdiction, and practical next steps. It is not full representation; terms vary by lawyer.
Reading?
See the trade guide and customs wiki pages.

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