HOW TO IMPORT A NEW FORKLIFT FROM CHINA TO VIETNAM
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Importing forklifts from China to Vietnam requires following steps:
1. Find and Choose a Supplier
- Search for reputable forklift manufacturers in China (EP, Imow, Heli, Hangcha,etc.).
- Check product specifications and request a quotation.
- Negotiate contract terms, payment conditions, and shipping arrangements.
2. Check Import Requirements
- New forklifts are allowed for import into Vietnam (unlike used forklifts, which may have restrictions).
- Reference HS codes: 8427.10.00 (electric forklifts) or 8427.20.00 (diesel/gas forklifts).
- Import duty: 0 – 5%, depending on FTA agreements (ACFTA reduces taxes).
- VAT: 10%.
- Emission standards: Diesel forklifts must comply with Vietnam’s emission regulations.
3. Prepare Import Documents
- Sales Contract
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Bill of Lading (B/L)
- Certificate of Origin (C/O Form E for ACFTA benefits)
- Forklift catalog or technical documents
- Certificate of Quality (CQ) and Certificate of Origin (CO)
4. Transport the Forklift to Vietnam
- Choose a shipping method: by sea (20ft/40ft container) or by road.
- Confirm the destination port: Cát Lái (Ho Chi Minh), Hải Phòng, Đà Nẵng, etc.
- Estimated shipping time: 7-15 days from China to Vietnam.
5. Customs Clearance & Quality Inspection
- Submit a customs declaration.
- Possible physical inspection of the forklift by customs.
- Register for quality inspection as required by Vietnam’s Ministry of Transport.
- Pay import duties and VAT.
6. Receive the Forklift & Put It into Use
- After customs clearance, transport the forklift to the warehouse.
- Inspect the forklift upon arrival.
- Register and conduct initial maintenance if needed.
For bulk imports or detailed tax and customs advice, consider consulting a professional logistics or import agency. 🚛
