Import procedures for hydraulic lift tables you need to know

Hydraulic lift tables are highly applicable devices for lifting and lowering goods, becoming an indispensable piece of equipment in many industries in Vietnam. However, the import process for hydraulic lift tables is quite complex and requires an understanding of relevant legal regulations. This article will provide you with the procedures for importing hydraulic lift tables smoothly and effectively.

Some policies on importing hydraulic lift tables

• Law on Value Added Tax No. 13/2008/QH12 dated June 3, 2008.
• Official Dispatch 5488/TCHQ-TXNK dated August 18, 2017.
• Circular 38/2015/TT-BTC dated March 25, 2015, amended and supplemented by Circular 39/2018/TT-BTC dated April 20, 2018.
• Decision 3810/QD-BKHCN dated December 18, 2019.
• Decree No. 69/2018/ND-CP dated May 15, 2018.
• Circular 22/2018/TT-BLDTBXH dated December 6, 2018.
• Decree 128/2020/ND-CP dated October 19, 2020.

Additionally, depending on the type of hydraulic lift table and its purpose of use, it may also need to comply with other regulations from relevant ministries and sectors such as the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Ministry of Science and Technology…

Businesses importing hydraulic lift tables need to firmly grasp legal documents to correctly implement import procedures, avoid violations, and ensure their rights.

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HS Code for hydraulic lift tables

HS Code	Description
84254100	Built-in jacking systems of a type used in garages
84254290	Other hydraulic jacks and hoists
84254910	HS code for electrically operated lift tables
84254920	HS code for non-electrically operated lift tables

All the above items have an import tax rate of 0% and 10% VAT.

Detailed import procedures for hydraulic lift tables

Registration for State quality inspection

When the lift table has been imported into Vietnam, you need to prepare a dossier for state quality inspection. The set of documents includes:

• Customs declaration.
• Commercial invoice.
• Packing list.
• Bill of lading.
• Certificate of Origin.
• Certificate of Quality.
• Manufacturer’s certificate of circulation.
• Product quality inspection registration form.

Conformity procedures

• Conformity registration: Businesses need to register conformity for hydraulic lift tables with the Department of Occupational Safety.
• Submission of conformity dossier: Submit a dossier similar to the quality inspection dossier.
• Appraisal and certification: Specialized management agencies will appraise the dossier and issue a certificate of conformity if the product meets requirements.

Customs procedures

Businesses need to perform electronic customs declarations on the Vietnam Customs system. Some customs documents include:

• Customs declaration
• Commercial invoice
• Packing list
• Bill of lading
• Certificate of Origin (C/O) if there are tariff preferences
• Other documents as required by customs (quality certificate, sales contract…)

After completing customs procedures and paying all taxes (if any), businesses can take the goods to the warehouse for storage and wait for notification from the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs.

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Some notes on import procedures for hydraulic lift tables

Learning about the notes on importing hydraulic lift tables helps you avoid troubles and ensures the import process goes smoothly:

• When importing lift tables, it is necessary to check the quality of imported goods.
• Import tax must be completed when performing import procedures for lift tables.
• Prepare original documents in advance to avoid yard storage or container storage fees.

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Conclusion

Importing hydraulic lift tables requires careful preparation and compliance with import regulations. We hope that with the above information, you have clearly understood the import process to avoid unnecessary risks. If you have any further questions regarding the import procedures for hydraulic lift tables, please contact:

NALTAKO INDUSTRIAL JOINT STOCK COMPANY

Address: Dong De Village, Phu Yen, Chuong My, Hanoi.

Hotline: 0981.977.898.

Website: Naltako.vn