{"id":2328,"date":"2021-08-24T08:29:17","date_gmt":"2021-08-24T08:29:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/?p=2328"},"modified":"2023-02-10T16:24:44","modified_gmt":"2023-02-10T16:24:44","slug":"importing-pet-accessories-from-china-to-the-eu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/importing-pet-accessories-from-china-to-the-eu\/","title":{"rendered":"Importing pet accessories from China to the EU"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Chinese pet accessories market has grown in recent years and keeps developing. Manufacturers of such goods aim to please their consumers, offering various animal supplies, like beds, toys, clothing, and food. Chinese intelligent products for pets are also gaining popularity due to their innovation and convenience. In this article, we cover every aspect of importing pet accessories from China to the EU. Check their production areas, duty rates, importers\u2019 obligations, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Production areas for pet accessories in China<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When looking for a supplier of any goods in China, it\u2019s always better to check the most significant manufacturing areas for the product. Depending on the specification of pet accessories, there\u2019re a few disparate production regions; each one specializes in some categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city of Shanghai offers a wide variety of pet products, such as beds, goods for cats and dogs, and care articles. Many manufacturers of accessories for animals are located in the Guangdong Province. There, <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/shenzhen-electronics-markets\/\">Shenzhen<\/a> specializes in smart products, while Dongguan and Guangzhou in dog supplies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Companies from the Zhejiang Province have an extensive selection of beds, scratching posts, other toys, and pet clothes in their assortment. Most of their factories are in Ningbo and Hangzhou cities. Make sure to check the offers of apparel for animals in Suzhou, a city in Jiangsu Province. If you\u2019re especially interested in articles for cats and cat lovers, Qingdao in the Shandong Province is the right direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check all the given locations on the map below:<\/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=\"http:\/\/examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/pet-accessories-production-areas-1024x622.jpg\" alt=\"Production areas for pet accessories in China\" class=\"wp-image-2331 lazyload\" width=\"700\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/pet-accessories-production-areas-1024x622.jpg\" alt=\"Production areas for pet accessories in China\" class=\"wp-image-2331 lazyload\" width=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/pet-accessories-production-areas-1024x622.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/pet-accessories-production-areas-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/pet-accessories-production-areas-768x466.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/pet-accessories-production-areas.jpg 1395w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Importing pet accessories to the EU \u2013 Duty rates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before importing any products from China, you must check their duty rates and HS codes. The information is crucial for customs clearance. It\u2019s an obligatory process if you plan on selling your goods on the EU market. You can find the up-to-date tariff rates for every article with its HS code in <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/taric\/\">the TARIC system<\/a>. Duty tariffs for products imported from China are under the \u201cERGA OMNES.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>We\u2019ve compiled a list of customs rates for some of the pet articles:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Saddlery and harness for any animal (including traces, leads, knee pads, muzzles, saddle-cloths, saddlebags, dog coats, and the like), of any material (4201000090) \u2013 2.7%<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brushes for grooming animals (9603909100) \u2013 3.7%<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dog or cat food (2309109000) \u2013 in this case, the situation is more complicated because the duty rate on animal food changes depending on its composition; some of them may reach \u2013 9.6%<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plastic toys (9503003500) \u2013 4.7%<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ceramic bowls for animals (6912008190) \u2013 5%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Requirements for importing pet accessories to the EU<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of an importer\u2019s obligations is to get familiar with the target market\u2019s requirements for the chosen goods. There\u2019re no designated mandatory regulations regarding all kinds of pet accessories in the EU. When it comes to such products, they may differ depending on their specifications, like materials or intended use. Some of them might need to comply, e.g., with Directive 2001\/95\/EC on general product safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What are the other requirements that may apply to the pet products you want to import?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The REACH Regulation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/reach\/\">The REACH Regulation<\/a> conforms to the goods containing together one ton or more of chemicals per year. It\u2019s been implemented to minimize the negative impact of chemicals in production on human health and the natural environment. It applies to various products, from clothing and textile, electronic devices, and plastic products to machines and many others. Based on the REACH Regulation, importers of such goods must register them in the REACH database and inform <a href=\"https:\/\/echa.europa.eu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the ECHA (European Chemicals Agency)<\/a> of their safe usage.<\/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=\"http:\/\/examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/reach-compliance.png\" alt=\"The REACH Regulation\" class=\"wp-image-2332 lazyload\" width=\"170\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/reach-compliance.png\" alt=\"The REACH Regulation\" class=\"wp-image-2332 lazyload\" width=\"170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/reach-compliance.png 275w, https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/reach-compliance-230x300.png 230w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Requirements for importing pet food<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Importers of accessories for animals are also often interested in importing pet food. However, one must keep in mind that such products must comply with many mandatory requirements regarding their safety. Such supplies are regulated by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fediaf.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The European Pet Food Industry Federation (FEDIAF)<\/a>. Pet food mustn\u2019t contain any ingredients or additives that may endanger the animals\u2019 health or life. Therefore, it\u2019s crucial to get acquainted with all the applicable directives and regulations.<\/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=\"http:\/\/examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/fediaf-logo.jpg\" alt=\"FEDIAF Logo\" class=\"wp-image-2333 lazyload\" width=\"200\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/fediaf-logo.jpg\" alt=\"FEDIAF Logo\" class=\"wp-image-2333 lazyload\" width=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/fediaf-logo.jpg 311w, https:\/\/www.examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/fediaf-logo-290x300.jpg 290w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 311px) 100vw, 311px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Below we\u2019ve listed the most significant regulations for pet food in the EU<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Directive 2002\/32\/EC on undesirable substances in animal feed;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regulation (EU) 2017\/625 on official controls and other official activities performed to ensure the application of food and feed law, rules on animal health and welfare, plant health and plant protection products;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regulation (EC) 178\/2002 laying down the general principles and requirements of food law, establishing the European Food Safety Authority and laying down procedures in matters of food safety;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regulation (EC) 183\/2005 laying down requirements for feed hygiene;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regulation (EU) 142\/2011 laying down health rules as regards animal by-products and derived products not intended for human consumption;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regulation (EC) 1831\/2003 on additives for use in animal nutrition;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regulation (EC) 767\/2009 on the placing on the market and use of feed;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regulation (EC) 999\/2001 laying down the rules for the prevention, control and eradication of certain transmissible spongiform encephalopathies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more details regarding importing pet food to the European Union, we recommend contacting The European Pet Food Industry Federation. Find the contact information <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fediaf.org\/contact.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CE Mark and the Declaration of Conformity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of the articles for pets <strong>won\u2019t need<\/strong> a CE mark and the documents relevant to it. This obligation concerns <strong>only<\/strong> electronic animal products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Technological development has reached even the pet products industry. We notice more innovative accessories for animals appearing on the market, e.g. collars with GPS, self-cleaning litter boxes, or even air-conditioned beds. Although such products can create a sensation in some international markets, one must remember that they have to meet more safety requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned before, in the case of all electronic products, you\u2019ll need to obtain a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shiphub.co\/ce-marking\/\" rel=\"noopener\">CE mark<\/a> and documents regarding it. Before import, it must be tested and verified if these goods comply with the applicable safety and quality requirements. After that, you\u2019ll receive a document confirming the compliance \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/ce-and-test-reports\/\">test reports<\/a>, which allows the certification body to issue a CE Certificate. After obtaining test reports and the CE Certificate, the manufacturer issues the Declaration of Conformity. The complete set of these three documents permits affixing the CE mark on the products.<\/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=\"http:\/\/examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/ce.jpg\" alt=\"CE\" class=\"wp-image-2310 lazyload\" width=\"230\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/examinechina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/ce.jpg\" alt=\"CE\" class=\"wp-image-2310 lazyload\" width=\"230\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pet accessories trade fairs in China<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you decide on what you\u2019re going to import, the next step is to find a trustworthy supplier. There\u2019re two ways to do it. You can visit one of the Chinese <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/alternatives-to-alibaba\/\">B2B sites<\/a>, where many companies promote and sell their products, or attend a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.china-tradefair.com\/en\/\" rel=\"noopener\">trade fair<\/a> in China. Both ways have their benefits and downsides. However, visiting a trade fair in China allows you to check the quality of the goods on the spot, talk to the supplier face-to-face and get the answers to your questions immediately. It\u2019s also a better option regarding negotiations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pet products trade fairs in China:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pet Fair Asia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Localization: Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petfairasia.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">petfairasia.com\/en<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>China (Guangzhou) International Pet Industry Fair<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Localization: Poly World Trade Center<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.chinapetfair.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">chinapetfair.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Beijing International Pet Products Exhibition<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Localization: China International Exhibition Center<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cpse-expo.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">cpse-expo.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Importing pet accessories from China to the EU \u2013 Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Considering the many production areas of pet accessories in China, their innovation, and relatively low duty rates, their import may benefit you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remember that although there\u2019re no specified regulations considering all such products in the EU, some of them still must comply with requirements regarding safety and quality.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For pet accessories, check the REACH Regulation and Directive 2001\/95\/EC.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smart products must have a CE mark and the relevant documents \u2013 test reports, the CE Certificate, and the Declaration of Conformity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The European Pet Food Industry Federation strictly regulates pet food.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you\u2019re interested in importing pet accessories from China to the EU, check one of the related trade fairs in China.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/credit-report\/\">verify your supplier<\/a> before making the payment to ensure they\u2019re trustworthy and the goods meet your expectations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, check our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/examinechina.com\/blog\/pet-accessories-from-china\/\">importing pet accessories from China to the US<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Chinese pet accessories market has grown in recent years and keeps developing. 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