Furniture Customs Declaration & Clearance | China Import Export | 2026 Best Services - Betterluck Shipping
As a leading global freight forwarder and one-stop logistics solution provider specializing in furniture import and export, Betterluck Shipping (Guangzhou) Limited is dedicated to offering high-quality, cost-effective and efficient furniture customs declaration, clearance and integrated logistics services for clients engaged in China import and export business. Focusing on made in China furniture and global cargo delivery, we have in-depth expertise in furniture industry standards, international inspection norms and customs clearance procedures for furniture products. Adhering to the service tenets of best services, cheapest prices and fast delivery, we help your furniture goods (wooden furniture, fabric sofas, metal cabinets, etc.) smoothly pass customs declaration and clearance, ensuring timely arrival at global destinations and boosting your business in the global furniture market.
About Betterluck Shipping (Guangzhou) Limited
Betterluck Shipping (Guangzhou) Limited is a reputable and professional freight forwarding enterprise rooted in Guangzhou, China—an important hub for China's furniture manufacturing and wholesale trade. With over 5 years of rich experience in international logistics, especially in furniture import and export, we have built a professional team proficient in furniture inspection standards, customs declaration and clearance rules for furniture products, and global logistics operations. Our core business covers furniture customs declaration, clearance (import & export), air freight, sea freight, warehousing, cargo pickup and inland distribution, providing customized one-stop logistics solutions for furniture factories, wholesalers, retailers and cross-border e-commerce sellers.
Located in Huangpu District, Guangzhou, our office enjoys convenient geographical advantages, with quick access to Guangzhou Wholesale Market, Canton Fair (China Import and Export Fair) and major furniture manufacturing bases in the Pearl River Delta (Guangzhou, Foshan, Dongguan, Zhongshan, etc.). We have established long-term strategic cooperative relations with professional furniture inspection institutions, customs clearance agents worldwide and top airlines/shipping companies. This enables us to provide customers with seamless services from furniture production inspection, customs declaration to global delivery, truly realizing best services, cheapest prices and fast delivery for made in China furniture cargo.
Core Services: Furniture Customs Declaration, Clearance & China Import Export Logistics
China is the world's largest furniture producer and exporter, with "made in China" furniture accounting for over 35% of the global furniture market. Furniture import and export business involves strict customs declaration procedures, standardized clearance requirements and professional quality inspection, as furniture products are characterized by large volume, easy damage, diverse materials and strict environmental protection standards. Betterluck Shipping focuses on the characteristics of furniture products (large size, heavy weight, vulnerability to collision, strict formaldehyde and environmental indicators) and provides targeted services covering the entire logistics chain of furniture import and export, including professional furniture inspection, efficient customs declaration and clearance, and reliable global transportation.
Our services are tailored for various furniture categories, including wooden furniture (solid wood sofas, dining tables, beds, cabinets), fabric furniture (fabric sofas, chairs, cushions), metal furniture (metal frames, steel cabinets, outdoor metal chairs), plastic furniture, office furniture, home furniture and furniture accessories (hardware fittings, glass panels, sofa legs, etc.). Whether you are a Chinese furniture factory exporting to global markets or an overseas importer purchasing furniture from China, we can provide you with customized logistics solutions that meet international standards and local market requirements.
1. Professional Furniture Inspection & Pre-Clearance Preparation
Furniture inspection is a prerequisite for smooth customs declaration and clearance, which directly affects product market access, transportation safety and consumer health. We cooperate with authoritative third-party inspection institutions (SGS, Intertek, BV) and have a professional inspection team familiar with global furniture inspection standards (EU E1/E0 Environmental Standard, US CARB P2, UK BS EN 716, etc.). Our services cover comprehensive inspection and pre-clearance preparation to ensure your furniture meets the safety, environmental protection and quality requirements of the destination market.
Raw Material Inspection: Inspect furniture materials (solid wood, plywood, MDF, fabric, metal, plastic, paint, glue) for safety and environmental indicators such as formaldehyde emission, heavy metal content, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and azo dyes, avoiding potential risks from the source.
In-production Inspection: Conduct on-site inspection during furniture production, including structure firmness, assembly accuracy, surface finish (no scratches, bubbles), hardware fitting quality and size deviation, and put forward rectification suggestions in a timely manner.
Pre-shipment & Pre-Clearance Inspection: Conduct 100% or random inspection of finished furniture before shipment, including appearance quality, load-bearing capacity, stability, environmental protection indicators, label compliance, packaging integrity and quantity verification, and issue inspection reports and fumigation certificates (for wooden furniture) that are recognized by customs worldwide.
Clearance Document Collation: Assist customers in collating and verifying pre-clearance documents, including fumigation certificates for wooden furniture, environmental protection test reports, and ensure consistency and completeness of all materials required for customs declaration.
After the inspection and document collation are completed, we will provide a detailed inspection report, document checklist and relevant certificates, which can be used as key materials for customs declaration and clearance, effectively avoiding customs detention and re-inspection.
2. Efficient Furniture Customs Declaration & Clearance Services (Import & Export)
Furniture customs declaration and clearance involve complex procedures and strict document requirements, especially for wooden furniture (requiring fumigation certificates) and furniture with strict environmental protection requirements in many countries. We have a professional customs declaration and clearance team proficient in China's import and export customs regulations, global furniture clearance rules and HS code classification for furniture products. We can help you complete efficient and smooth customs declaration and clearance procedures, save time and cost, and avoid delays and fines.
Export Customs Declaration & Clearance for Furniture from China
For Chinese furniture enterprises exporting to global markets, we provide one-stop export customs declaration and clearance services, including HS code accurate classification, tax calculation, customs declaration submission, inspection coordination, fumigation arrangement and clearance confirmation. We are familiar with the export preferential policies for Chinese furniture (such as Certificate of Origin Form A, Form E, Form RCEP), which can help you enjoy preferential tariffs in the destination market and enhance product competitiveness.
Import Customs Declaration & Clearance for Furniture to China
For overseas importers importing furniture into China, we provide professional import customs declaration and clearance services, including pre-clearance consultation, document review, customs agent, tax payment, inspection coordination and cargo pickup. We are familiar with China's import regulations for furniture, such as environmental protection certification (China Environmental Labeling Product Certification), inspection and quarantine requirements (especially for wooden furniture) and label standards, ensuring that your imported furniture passes customs clearance smoothly.
Key Points of Furniture Customs Declaration & Clearance
HS Code Classification: Correctly classify furniture HS codes according to material (wooden, fabric, metal, plastic), type (sofa, dining table, bed, office desk) and use (home, office, outdoor) and other factors. The correct HS code is the basis for smooth declaration and accurate tax calculation (e.g., wooden dining tables HS code 94033000, fabric sofas HS code 94016100).
Document Preparation: Prepare complete and true customs declaration and clearance documents, including packing list, proforma invoice, certificate of origin, inspection report, fumigation certificate (for wooden furniture), label sample, MSDS (for furniture with chemical materials such as special paint and glue), etc.
Label Compliance: Ensure that furniture labels meet the requirements of the destination market, including country of origin, material composition (main material and auxiliary material), size, weight, environmental protection indicators, manufacturer information and use instructions.
Tariff and Tax Calculation: Accurately calculate import and export tariffs, value-added tax (VAT) and other taxes according to the destination country's tariff policy and preferential agreements, and provide cost-saving suggestions such as preferential tariff application and reasonable packaging optimization for customers.
3. Furniture Import & Export Transportation Services
Combined with the characteristics of furniture products (large volume, heavy weight, easy damage, not sensitive to short-term transportation time), we provide air freight and sea freight services for furniture import and export, ensuring fast delivery and safe transportation. We have established stable cooperative relations with major airlines (Cathay Pacific, China Southern Airlines, Emirates, etc.) and shipping companies (Maersk, MSC, COSCO, etc.), and have obtained exclusive preferential freight rates and stable cargo space resources, providing customers with cheapest prices and reliable transportation services.
Furniture Air Freight Services
Suitable for urgent furniture orders (such as sample delivery, small-batch high-end furniture, exhibition furniture), with fast transit time (3-7 days for global major cities). We provide customized air freight services for furniture, including:
Consolidated air freight (LCL) for small-batch furniture and accessories, reducing transportation costs and improving transportation efficiency.
Direct air freight for large-batch urgent orders (such as high-end hotel furniture), ensuring timely delivery to meet market demand.
Special packaging services (shockproof packaging, anti-collision buffer, moisture-proof packaging, wooden frame reinforcement) to protect furniture from extrusion and damage during transportation.
Furniture Sea Freight Services
Suitable for large-batch furniture orders (such as bulk home furniture, office furniture, furniture for shopping malls), with cost-effective advantages. We provide:
Full container load (FCL) and less than container load (LCL) services for furniture, flexibly meeting different order volume requirements (20GP, 40GP, 40HQ containers for large furniture).
Door-to-door service from Chinese furniture factories to overseas warehouses/retail stores/hotel projects, covering loading, transportation, customs clearance, unloading and final delivery.
Special handling services for large and irregular furniture (such as extra-long sofas, large dining tables), including customized packaging, hoisting and loading/unloading solutions.
4. Furniture Import & Export Logistics Rates (2026 Updated)
The following reference rates are based on 2026 furniture import and export market dynamics, exclusive cooperative resources and actual operation situations, excluding inspection fees, customs duties, VAT, special packaging fees (wooden frame, shockproof buffer), fumigation fees and inland transportation fees. The actual price will be affected by factors such as furniture type, volume, weight, transportation method (air freight/sea freight), destination port and seasonal fluctuations (such as peak seasons of Canton Fair, Christmas, home decoration peak seasons and Spring Festival). We promise transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and provide customers with detailed cost breakdowns.
Service Type | Weight/Volume | Reference Rate (USD) | Suitable Furniture Type | Transit Time | Discount Policy |
Air Freight (Export) | 500kg+ | 7.20-8.50/kg | Small-batch high-end furniture, samples, exhibition furniture, urgent orders | 3-5 days | No additional discount |
Air Freight (Export) | 1000kg+ | 5.80-7.00/kg | Medium-batch furniture, high-end sofas, office furniture accessories | 3-5 days | 5%-12% bulk discount |
Sea Freight (FCL, Export) | 20GP | 950-1400/container | Large-batch home furniture, wooden cabinets, dining tables | 22-38 days (Europe/US) | 18%-28% lower than market average |
Furniture Inspection & Clearance Service | 50pcs+ | 3.50-8.00/piece | Finished furniture, wooden furniture, office furniture | 2-4 days | Long-term cooperation discount (10%-15%) |
5. Furniture Import & Export Transit Time (2026 Latest)
We optimize the transportation route and select the most stable and efficient transportation method according to the characteristics of furniture products (large volume, easy damage) and customer delivery time requirements. The following is the latest reference transit time for furniture import and export logistics (from China to major global markets), including customs declaration, clearance, inspection and fumigation time:
Destination Market | Transport Method | Transit Time | Key Ports/Cities | Service Advantage |
Europe | Air Freight | 3-6 days | Amsterdam, London, Frankfurt, Paris | Direct flights, fast clearance, E1 standard compliance support |
Europe | Sea Freight | 25-40 days | Rotterdam, Hamburg, Le Havre | Cost-effective, bulk cargo support, door-to-door delivery with unloading |
North America | Air Freight | 4-7 days | New York, Los Angeles, Toronto | CARB P2 compliance support, fast customs clearance |
North America | Sea Freight | 22-35 days | Long Beach, New York, Vancouver | Stable schedules, inland distribution, large container support |
Southeast Asia | Air Freight | 1-4 days | Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur | Daily flights, fast clearance, door-to-door service with handling |
Our Core Advantages in Furniture Import & Export Logistics
Against the background of the rapid development of the global furniture market and the increasing strictness of environmental protection and quality regulations, Betterluck Shipping has formed obvious competitive advantages in furniture import and export logistics, customs declaration and clearance services, and firmly fulfills the three core commitments to customers: best services, cheapest prices and fast delivery.
1. Professional Furniture Industry Expertise
Our team has rich experience in furniture import and export business, familiar with the characteristics of various furniture products, global furniture inspection standards (EU E1, US CARB P2, etc.) and customs declaration and clearance rules. We can accurately grasp the environmental protection, safety and quality requirements of different markets for furniture, provide professional consultation and guidance for customers (such as wooden furniture fumigation requirements, large furniture packaging solutions), and avoid risks such as customs detention, re-inspection and market access rejection caused by non-compliance.
2. Cheapest Prices with Transparent Charging
Relying on long-term strategic cooperation with airlines, shipping companies, inspection institutions and customs clearance agents, and large cargo volume in furniture import and export logistics, we obtain first-hand preferential resources. Our furniture logistics, inspection and clearance prices are 18%-28% lower than the market average. We promise transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and all fees (transportation fee, inspection fee, customs declaration fee, clearance fee, fumigation fee, surcharge, etc.) are clearly listed in the quote, providing customers with detailed cost breakdowns.
3. Fast Delivery with Stable Schedules
We optimize the transportation route and select the most efficient transportation method according to the characteristics of furniture products and customer delivery time requirements. For urgent furniture orders (such as exhibition furniture), we arrange direct air flights and priority customs declaration and clearance to ensure that goods arrive at the destination within 3-7 days. For large-batch orders, we cooperate with shipping companies with stable schedules to ensure on-time shipment and arrival. At the same time, we track the cargo dynamics in real time and update customers on the transportation and clearance progress every 24 hours.
4. One-stop Services Covering the Entire Logistics Chain
We provide one-stop services for furniture import and export, including furniture inspection, fumigation (for wooden furniture), customs declaration, clearance, transportation, warehousing, cargo pickup, loading/unloading and inland distribution. Customers only need to provide basic information, and we will complete all logistics procedures from production to shipment, saving customers time and energy. We also provide customized services according to customer special requirements, such as special shockproof and anti-collision packaging for high-end wooden furniture, hoisting solutions for large furniture and customized inspection items for office furniture.
5. Reliable Customs Declaration & Clearance Guarantee for Furniture
Furniture customs declaration and clearance involve complex procedures and strict document requirements (especially for wooden furniture). We have a professional customs declaration and clearance team proficient in China's import and export customs regulations and global furniture clearance rules. We will remind customers to prepare complete and true documents in advance (including fumigation certificates, environmental protection reports), guide customers to correctly classify HS codes, and coordinate with customs and inspection institutions to solve any problems encountered during declaration and clearance. We are familiar with the preferential tariff policies for furniture import and export and can help customers enjoy maximum tariff preferences.
Customs Declaration & Clearance Notes & Required Documents (Must Read Before Inquiry)
To ensure the smooth customs declaration and clearance of furniture goods and avoid unnecessary delays and losses, customers must confirm that the destination port can complete customs clearance smoothly before inquiry, and provide the following complete and true documents and information as required (in line with furniture import and export regulations and local market requirements):
Required Documents & Information for Furniture Import & Export
Supplier contact information (phone number, email address, company address, official seal)
Packing List (detailed list of furniture, including product name, type, material (main material/auxiliary material), quantity, weight, volume, size, color, packaging method, HS code, etc., must be consistent with the invoice information)
Proforma Invoice (detailed information of furniture value, including unit price, total price, currency, trade terms, payment method, country of origin, etc., must indicate "made in China" for exported furniture from China)
Cargo photos (clear photos of furniture appearance, details, labels, materials and packaging, which can prove the authenticity of the goods)
Packaging method (description of furniture packaging material and packaging form, such as carton, wooden frame, shockproof buffer, moisture-proof bag, etc.)
Photos after packaging (photos of furniture after final packaging, to confirm the packaging integrity and safety, especially for large and fragile furniture)
Genuine MSDS data consistent with the actual goods (for furniture with chemical materials such as special paint, glue, waterproof coatings and flame-retardant materials)
Certificate of Origin (Form A, Form E, Form RCEP, etc., which can help enjoy preferential tariffs in the destination market)
Furniture inspection report (issued by authoritative third-party inspection institutions, including environmental protection indicators test, quality inspection, load-bearing test, etc., in line with the destination market standards)
Fumigation certificate (for wooden furniture and furniture with wooden packaging, issued by qualified institutions, in line with international quarantine requirements)
Label samples (furniture labels must include product name, material composition, size, weight, country of origin, environmental protection indicators, manufacturer information and use instructions, in line with the destination market requirements)
Shipping time (expected departure time and required arrival time, special requirements for delivery time)
Special requirements (such as shockproof handling requirements, hoisting requirements for large furniture, special customs clearance requirements, emergency delivery requirements, etc.)
Key Notes for Furniture Customs Declaration & Clearance
Label Compliance: Furniture labels must meet the requirements of the destination market. For example, EU requires labels to be in local language (English, German, French, etc.), indicate material composition and environmental protection indicators (E1/E0); US requires wooden furniture labels to include CARB P2 certification information; China requires imported furniture to have Chinese labels with complete information.
Environmental Protection Indicators: Furniture must meet the environmental protection requirements of the destination market, such as EU E1 (formaldehyde emission ≤ 0.124mg/m³), US CARB P2 (formaldehyde emission ≤ 0.09ppm), UK BS EN 716 (safety requirements for wooden furniture). Non-compliant furniture will be detained or returned by customs.
HS Code Classification: Correctly classify furniture HS codes according to material, type and use. For example, fabric sofas (HS code 94016100), wooden beds (HS code 94035000), metal office desks (HS code 94031000). Incorrect HS code classification will lead to customs declaration and clearance delays and fines.
Wooden Furniture Fumigation: Wooden furniture and furniture with wooden packaging must be fumigated before export and obtain a valid fumigation certificate, otherwise it will be rejected by the destination country's quarantine department.
Document Consistency: Ensure that the information on the packing list, proforma invoice, certificate of origin, inspection report, fumigation certificate and label is completely consistent. Any inconsistency will lead to customs suspicion and cargo detention.
Furniture Import & Export Logistics Process
Betterluck Shipping provides a simple and efficient one-stop logistics process for furniture import and export, combining the characteristics of furniture products (large volume, easy damage) and global logistics operations. Customers only need to cooperate with the provision of relevant information. The specific process is as follows:
Step 1: Consultation & Quote
Contact us through WeChat, WhatsApp, phone or email, and provide basic information such as furniture type (wooden furniture, fabric sofas, office furniture, etc.), material, quantity, weight, volume, destination port, shipping time and special requirements (such as inspection items, packaging requirements, hoisting needs). Our professional customer service team will provide a detailed quote and logistics plan within 2 hours, including transportation fee, inspection fee, customs declaration fee, clearance fee, fumigation fee, transit time and declaration/clearance precautions.
Step 2: Confirm Order & Arrange Inspection & Fumigation
After the customer confirms the quote and logistics plan, we sign a formal service contract. According to the customer's requirements, we arrange furniture inspection (raw material inspection, in-production inspection or pre-shipment inspection) and cooperate with authoritative third-party inspection institutions to conduct on-site inspection. For wooden furniture, we arrange professional fumigation services and obtain a valid fumigation certificate. After the inspection and fumigation are completed, we provide a detailed inspection report and fumigation certificate to the customer.
Step 3: Prepare Documents & Cargo Pickup
Customers prepare all required documents according to our reminder (packing list, invoice, certificate of origin, inspection report, fumigation certificate, MSDS, label samples, etc.). We provide door-to-door cargo pickup service from Chinese furniture factories (Guangzhou, Foshan, Dongguan, etc.) to our designated warehouse, or customers can deliver the goods to our warehouse. Our team will check the goods and documents to ensure that they meet the transportation and customs declaration/clearance requirements, and arrange special packaging (wooden frame, shockproof buffer) for fragile and large furniture.
Step 4: Customs Declaration & Clearance Coordination
Our customs declaration and clearance team completes the import or export customs declaration procedures for furniture with the prepared documents. We coordinate with customs and inspection institutions to solve any problems encountered during declaration and clearance, such as document verification, sample inspection and environmental protection indicators test, ensuring smooth customs clearance.
Step 5: Loading & Departure
After the customs clearance is completed, the furniture is loaded into the aircraft or container according to the transportation method. For large and irregular furniture, we arrange professional hoisting and loading services to avoid damage. We inform the customer of the ETD (estimated departure time) in time and provide the air waybill (AWB) or bill of lading (B/L) number for cargo tracking. At the same time, we sort out the relevant documents and send them to the customer and the destination agent in advance.
Step 6: Transit & Cargo Tracking
During the transportation process, we track the cargo dynamics in real time through our intelligent cargo tracking system. Customers can check the cargo status (departure, transit, arrival, customs declaration/clearance) in real time through our official website or customer service. Our professional customer service team updates the cargo dynamics every 24 hours and feeds back any unexpected situations (such as bad weather, port congestion) and handling plans to the customer in a timely manner.
Step 7: Arrival & Local Clearance at Destination Port
When the furniture arrives at the destination port, our cooperative agent completes the local customs clearance procedures with the prepared documents. We coordinate with the agent to solve any problems encountered during local clearance, including quarantine inspection for wooden furniture, ensuring that the furniture passes customs clearance smoothly.
Step 8: Delivery & After-Sales Service
After the customs clearance is completed, we provide inland transportation services from the destination port to the customer's warehouse, retail store, hotel or designated location, including unloading and handling services for large furniture. After the goods are delivered, we follow up the customer's satisfaction in a timely manner, collect the customer's feedback and provide after-sales service (such as handling cargo damage claims, solving follow-up logistics problems, providing regular logistics reports), ensuring that the customer's needs are fully met.
Our Customers & Cooperation Scenarios
Betterluck Shipping has served hundreds of customers engaged in furniture import and export business, covering various industries such as furniture factories, wholesalers, retailers, cross-border e-commerce sellers, hotel project contractors and trading companies. Our customers are located in China, Europe, North America, Southeast Asia and other regions. With professional services, cheapest prices and fast delivery, we have won the trust and praise of customers. Our main cooperation scenarios include:
Chinese furniture factories exporting finished furniture (wooden furniture, fabric sofas, office furniture) to global markets, needing furniture inspection, fumigation, customs declaration and clearance services.
Chinese furniture accessory manufacturers exporting hardware fittings, glass panels, sofa legs and other accessories to overseas furniture factories, needing reliable transportation and customs clearance services.
Overseas importers purchasing furniture from China (Guangzhou Wholesale Market, Canton Fair), needing one-stop logistics services from China to the destination market (including loading, transportation, clearance and delivery).
Cross-border e-commerce sellers (Amazon, Shopify, Wayfair) selling made-in-China furniture to global consumers, needing fast and cost-effective logistics services.
Hotel project contractors importing high-end furniture from overseas to China or exporting Chinese furniture to overseas hotel projects, needing professional import/export customs declaration, clearance and large furniture transportation services.
Furniture trading companies engaged in global furniture trade, needing integrated logistics solutions covering inspection, fumigation, customs declaration, clearance and transportation.
Contact Us for a Free Quote
If you need furniture customs declaration, clearance or China import export logistics services, please contact us immediately. We will provide you with the most cost-effective logistics plan and professional one-stop services based on your specific needs (furniture type, quantity, destination port, delivery time, etc.). Remember to prepare the required documents and information before inquiry to help us provide you with a more accurate quote quickly. We look forward to cooperating with you and helping your furniture business develop globally!
Betterluck Shipping (Guangzhou) Limited
Guangzhou Office Address: Room 607-608, 6/Floor Talent Building, No. 1 Yichuang Street, Huangpu District, Guangzhou City Guangdong P.R.China 510555
WeChat/WhatsApp/Tel: +86-18898403007
Email: sales8@blshipping.com
Official Website: www.blshipping.com
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