{"id":1361,"date":"2020-03-31T10:13:47","date_gmt":"2020-03-31T10:13:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/?p=1361"},"modified":"2023-05-04T10:29:03","modified_gmt":"2023-05-04T10:29:03","slug":"hand-sanitizers-from-china","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/hand-sanitizers-from-china\/","title":{"rendered":"Importing hand sanitizers from China"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There has been a great interest in importing hand sanitizers from China. For entrepreneurs planning to import this type of product, we have collected and prepared useful information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hand sanitizers from China \u2013 production areas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>By far, the largest number of hand sanitizer manufacturers in China are in <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/factories-in-guangdong-province-china\/\">Guangdong<\/a> Province in southern China. Other large production plants are located in such provinces as <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/industries-in-zhejiang-province-china\/\">Zhejiang<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/factories-in-jiangsu-province-china\/\">Jiangsu<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/factories-in-fujian-province-china\/\">Fujian<\/a>. The main hubs in China, where hygiene products are manufactured, as well as medical equipment, are in the east and south of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/importing-hand-sanitizer-from-china-manufacturers-map-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Importing hand sanitizer from China manufacturers map\" class=\"wp-image-6698 lazyload\" width=\"600\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/importing-hand-sanitizer-from-china-manufacturers-map-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Importing hand sanitizer from China manufacturers map\" class=\"wp-image-6698 lazyload\" width=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/importing-hand-sanitizer-from-china-manufacturers-map-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/importing-hand-sanitizer-from-china-manufacturers-map-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/importing-hand-sanitizer-from-china-manufacturers-map-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/importing-hand-sanitizer-from-china-manufacturers-map-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/importing-hand-sanitizer-from-china-manufacturers-map-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The tariff and the importer\u2019s obligations in the US<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The payment of\ncustoms duties is an obligation for every importer. Earlier orientation in the\napplicable customs rates can determine whether it is profitable to import the\nproduct. Below we present HS codes and customs rates for selected hygienic and\nantibacterial products. The products are listed in the <a href=\"https:\/\/hts.usitc.gov\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Harmonized\nTariff Schedule System<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Soaps\n\u2013 3401.11.00 \u2013 0%<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disinfectants\n(including hand sanitizers) \u2013 3808.94.50 \u2013 5%<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Containing\nany aromatic or modified aromatic disinfectants \u2013 3808.94.10 \u2013 6.5% <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Synthetic detergents&nbsp;containing any aromatic or modified aromatic surface-active agent \u2013 3402.90.30 \u2013 4%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of the US-China trade war, some products imported from China to the US are subject to an additional tariff. For all the products above, 25% of the additional tariff applies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the current high interest in importing hand sanitizers and similar types of products, we recommend exercising caution when choosing a partner from China. Before cooperating with a Chinese supplier, you should <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/credit-report\/\">have its credibility verified<\/a> to avoid potential scammers who want to capitalize on the situation and increase demand for hygiene products. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The US Food and Drug Administration<\/a> (FDA) evaluates health care and consumer antiseptics.\nTo read further on the topic, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/drugs\/information-drug-class\/topical-antiseptic-products-hand-sanitizers-and-antibacterial-soaps\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.\nBack in 2019, the FDA issued <a href=\"https:\/\/www.federalregister.gov\/documents\/2019\/04\/12\/2019-06791\/safety-and-effectiveness-of-consumer-antiseptic-rubs-topical-antimicrobial-drug-products-for\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">a final rule<\/a> containing active ingredients that are not allowed to\nbe used in OTC hand sanitizers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, imported\nproducts must comply with applicable standards and regulations. Otherwise, they\ncannot be admitted to trading on the US market. Moreover, the product has to\nmeet the labeling requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The tariff and the importer\u2019s obligations in the EU<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can check the EU customs tariff in the Tariff of the European Union <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/taric\/\">TARIC<\/a>. It is available in many European languages and is very easy to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Soap\nand organic surface-active products and preparations \u2013 3401 11 00 00 \u2013 0%<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disinfectants\n\u2013\n3307 90 00 00 \u2013 6.5%<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Travel\nsets for personal toilet \u2013 9605 00 00 00 \u2013 3.7%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Be mindful when choosing a business partner from China. There has been a rise in the number of scammers, especially on Alibaba. We can <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/credit-report\/\">verify the other party<\/a> for you<em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The importer&#8217;s primary duty is to place health-safe products on the market. It can only be backed up with required certificates that ensure compliance with directives. Hand sanitizers must comply with the same regulations that apply to medical devices, i.e. with <a href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/EN\/ALL\/?uri=CELEX:32001L0104\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Directive 2001\/104\/EC<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/EN\/ALL\/?uri=CELEX:32012R0528\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Regulation No. 528\/2012<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/en\/ALL\/?uri=CELEX%3A32007L0047\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Directive 2007\/47\/EC<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of transport, you can easily compare the freight rates at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shiphub.co\/\" rel=\"noopener\">ShipHub<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Importing hand sanitizers from China \u2013 trade shows<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For you, as an\nimporter, to get familiar with the offer of specific producers and establish\neffective business contacts, it is best to attend trade shows related to the\nindustry of your choice. Below we have prepared a list of events that may be of\ninterest to importers of hand sanitizers and other similar products:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shanghai International Cross-border Healthcare Industry Exhibition<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Venue: Shanghai Exhibition Center, Shanghai, China<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Website: <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.shunzhan5.danlu.net\/\" target=\"_blank\">shunzhan5.danlu.net<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sinophex &#8211; Pharmaceutical Equipment Exhibition<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Venue: Qingdao International Expo, Qingdao, China<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Website: <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/en.api-china.com.cn\/news\/12.html\" target=\"_blank\">en.api-china.com.cn\/news\/12.html<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>International Conference on Medical &amp; Health Science<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Venue: Ramada Pudong Airport Shanghai Hotel, Shanghai, China<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Website: <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.istdst.org\/MHS\" target=\"_blank\">istdst.org\/MHS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PharmChina<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Venue: National Convention &amp; Exhibition Center, Shanghai, China<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Website: <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http:\/\/www.pharmchina.com.cn\/\" target=\"_blank\">pharmchina.com.cn<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Healthplex Expo and Natural &amp; Nutraceutical Products China<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Venue: National Convention &amp; Exhibition Center, Shanghai, China<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Website: <a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hncexpo.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\">hncexpo.com\/en<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to contain the spread of coronavirus, most trade fairs have been postponed. Check on our site which <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/postponed-trade-shows\/\">trade shows have been affected<\/a>. Furthermore, we recommend that you check the official event websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also be interested in our guide on the import of <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/import-of-masks-from-china\/\">protective masks from China<\/a>. Once again, we warn against increased fraud related to the <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/protective-masks-alibaba\/\">import of medical products<\/a> from China, and we encourage you to <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/credit-report\/\">verify the supplier<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There has been a great interest in importing hand sanitizers from China. For entrepreneurs planning to import this type of product, we have collected and prepared useful information. 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