Evolution of Global Kitchen Equipment Trade Patterns

The global commercial kitchen equipment market is projected to exceed $48 billion in 2025, with Chinas import share continuously rising to 32%. With the upgrade of EU EN 203 series certifications and expanded NSF/ANSI 169 standards in the U.S., compliance requirements have increased by 47% compared to 2020.Import Representationvalue is reflected in:

• Customs clearance time reduced by 15-30 working days compared to self-operated models
• Total logistics costs reduced by 18%-25%
• Return shipment risk rate decreased from 12% to 3.8%

Key evaluation dimensions for import agency services

KitchenEquipment ImportsAgents should focus on four core elements:

• Qualification system
  • Customs AEO certification level (recommended M grade or above)
  • Coverage scope of special equipment import licenses
• Technical processing capabilities
  • CE/UL certification conversion efficiency
  • Equipment power parameter adaptation solutions
• Channel network
  • Dedicated customs clearance channels at major ports
  • Overseas warehouse coverage radius ≥500km

2025 tariff policy response strategies

According to the 2025 HS code adjustment plan by China Customs, special attention is required for commercial equipment imports:

• Category 8418 adds new energy efficiency grading requirements
• Stainless steel content standard for category 7321 increased to 18%
• VAT differential refund mechanism for electric kitchenware imports

Professional agents can improve classification accuracy to 98.7% through pre-classification declaration systems, avoiding port detention fees caused by HS code errors.

Comparative analysis of typical cooperation models

• Full-process hosting model
  • Ideal for first-time importers
  • Includes 12 standard service modules
• Phased customization model
  • Preferred for enterprises with partial qualifications
  • Customizable customs clearance/logistics/taxation processes

Case study: Import optimization for chain restaurant equipment

A restaurant chain group imported German combination ovens through professional agents in 2024:

• 3CCertification processing cycle reduced from 45 days to 22 days
• Utilized free trade zone policies to save RMB 146,000 in tariffs
• End-to-end visual tracking system reduced cargo damage rate to 0.3%

Industry service trends for the next three years

With annual 21% growth in smart kitchen equipment imports, professional agency services will extend towards technical value-added directions:

• Equipment parameter pre-debugging services
• Multi-country voltage adaptive solutions
• After-sales spare parts bonded warehousing network