BETTERluck Shipping | Professional Hong Kong Customs Clearance & Logistics for Additives & Extracts Since 2007
Best Services, Fast Delivery, Zero Hassle – Your Trusted Partner for Additives & Extracts Import to Hong Kong
When it comes to importing Additives & Extracts into Hong Kong, the complexity of customs regulations, ever-updating HS code requirements, and strict inspection standards can become significant barriers to your supply chain efficiency. BETTERluck Shipping, with over 18 years of professional experience since 2007, specializes in providing one-stop customs clearance and logistics transportation services for all types of Additives & Extracts. We turn tedious procedures into smooth processes, ensuring your goods arrive on time, comply with all regulations, and minimize your operational costs.
Our clients span across food processing, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial sectors worldwide. From small-batch high-value extracts to large-volume food additives, we have tailored solutions to meet your unique needs. Backed by our in-depth understanding of Hong Kong Customs' supervision policies and strong partnerships with local inspection institutions, we achieve a 99.8% customs clearance success rate and an average delivery speed 30% faster than industry peers.
Why Choose BETTERluck Shipping for Your Additives & Extracts Hong Kong Clearance?
1. Professionalism Rooted in Years of Industry Experience
Since 2007, we have focused exclusively on the customs clearance and logistics of chemical, food, and pharmaceutical-related products. Our team of 50+ certified customs brokers and logistics specialists holds in-depth knowledge of the classification standards of Additives & Extracts under Hong Kong's HS code system (such as HS 2106 for food preparations, HS 1302 for vegetable extracts, and HS 3824 for industrial additives). We can accurately classify your products, prepare compliant declaration documents, and avoid delays caused by misclassification or incomplete information.
2. Fast Delivery with Optimized Logistics Networks
We have established strategic cooperation with major shipping lines (Maersk, COSCO), air freight carriers (Cathay Pacific, China Southern), and local Hong Kong logistics companies. This allows us to provide flexible transportation options including sea freight, air freight, and cross-border land transportation. For urgent orders, our "Priority Clearance Channel" can complete customs declaration and inspection within 24 hours, and our door-to-door delivery service covers all districts of Hong Kong, including Central, Kowloon, and New Territories.
3. Transparent Pricing & Zero Hidden Costs
We provide detailed and transparent quotation lists before cooperation, covering all costs such as customs declaration fees, inspection fees, transportation fees, and taxes. There are no hidden charges in the whole process. Our professional financial team will also help you accurately calculate tariff rates based on the HS code of your Additives & Extracts, and provide tax-saving suggestions in compliance with regulations, effectively reducing your import costs.
4. Full-Process Risk Control & After-Sales Guarantee
We implement a "three-step risk control system" for every order: pre-declaration document review to eliminate errors, in-process real-time tracking to grasp customs dynamics, and post-clearance document sorting to ensure compliance. In the rare case of customs detention or inspection, our team will respond within 2 hours, coordinate with relevant departments, and provide solutions to minimize your losses. We also provide a 7×24-hour customer service hotline to answer your questions at any time.
Complete Categories of Additives & Extracts for Hong Kong Import We Serve
Based on Hong Kong Customs' import statistics and HS code classification standards, we have sorted out all common categories of Additives & Extracts imported into Hong Kong, covering food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial fields. Each category is matched with corresponding HS code ranges and typical products for your reference:
I. Food Additives (HS Code Range: 1302, 1704, 2106, 3822)
Thickening & Stabilizing Agents: Kappa carrageenan, gum arabic, pectin, agar-agar, konjac gum, maltodextrin. Typical HS code: 13021990, 38221000. Widely used in beverages, confectionery, and baked goods .
Sweeteners: Ascorbic acid, stevia extract, xylitol, maltitol, glucose syrup. Typical HS code: 17049099, 21069099. Compliant with Hong Kong Food Safety Center standards .
Preservatives & Antioxidants: Potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, tocopherol (vitamin E), rosemary extract. Typical HS code: 21069041, 38229000. Necessary for extending food shelf life .
Flavor Enhancers & Nutritional Fortifiers: Yeast extract, monosodium glutamate (MSG), whey protein powder, vitamin B complex, calcium carbonate. Typical HS code: 21069041, 21069091. Common in processed foods and health products .
Coloring Agents: Natural plant pigments (carrot extract, saffron extract), food-grade titanium dioxide. Typical HS code: 21069099, 32062000. Meet the colorant standards of Hong Kong and international food regulations .
Other Food Preparations: Pureed bean paste, sandwich spread ingredients, health food ingredients (nin jiom pei pa koaa ingredients). Typical HS code: 21069072, 21069099 .
II. Pharmaceutical & Health Care Extracts (HS Code Range: 1302, 2106, 3001-3006)
Traditional Chinese Medicine Extracts: Cordyceps extract, ginseng extract, astragalus extract, wolfberry extract. Typical HS code: 13021990, 21069099. Popular in health supplement products .
Plant Active Extracts: Milk thistle extract, broccoli extract (sulforaphane), acerola cherry extract (vitamin C), green tea extract (catechin). Typical HS code: 13021990, 21069099. Used in pharmaceuticals and dietary supplements .
Animal-Derived Extracts: Bee placenta essence, royal jelly extract, collagen peptide. Typical HS code: 04100090, 21069099. Require official health certificates from the origin country .
Microbial Extracts: Probiotic extracts, fungal polysaccharide extracts. Typical HS code: 21069099, 30022000. Subject to strict microbial limit testing by Hong Kong Department of Health .
III. Cosmetic Additives & Extracts (HS Code Range: 1302, 3304, 3824)
Skin-Care Active Ingredients: Aloe vera extract, hyaluronic acid, snail extract, grape seed extract. Typical HS code: 13021990, 33049900. Comply with Hong Kong Consumer Council's cosmetic safety standards .
Emulsifiers & Surfactants: Glyceryl stearate, sodium lauryl sulfate, cetyl alcohol. Typical HS code: 34021300, 38249999. Essential for cosmetic formulation stability .
Fragrances & Essential Oils: Lavender extract, rose essential oil, sandalwood extract. Typical HS code: 33012990, 13021990. Require fragrance safety assessment reports .
Preservatives for Cosmetics: Phenoxyethanol, methylparaben (compliant grades), benzyl alcohol. Typical HS code: 38249999, 29094910. Meet the EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 .
IV. Industrial Additives (HS Code Range: 3824, 3919, 4016)
Plastic & Rubber Additives: Plasticizers (phthalate-free), antioxidants, UV stabilizers, vulcanizing agents. Typical HS code: 38247400, 39199090. Used in plastic packaging and rubber products .
Paint & Coating Additives: Thickeners, dispersants, defoamers, corrosion inhibitors. Typical HS code: 38244000, 32089090. Comply with Hong Kong environmental protection standards for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) .
Textile & Printing Additives: Dyes, fixing agents, softeners, flame retardants. Typical HS code: 32041700, 38249999. Meet OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 requirements .
Oilfield & Mining Additives: Drilling fluid additives, flocculants, corrosion inhibitors. Typical HS code: 38244000, 38245000. Require hazardous substance identification reports if applicable .
V. Feed Additives (HS Code Range: 2106, 3824)
Nutritional Feed Additives: Amino acids (lysine, methionine), vitamins (vitamin A, D3), mineral premixes. Typical HS code: 21069041, 38242000. Compliant with Hong Kong Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) standards .
Functional Feed Additives: Probiotics for livestock, enzyme preparations (amylase, protease), mold inhibitors. Typical HS code: 21069099, 38249999. Used to improve animal growth performance .
Our One-Stop Service Process for Additives & Extracts Hong Kong Clearance
BETTERluck Shipping simplifies the complex import process into 5 clear steps, ensuring you can track the progress of your goods at any time:
Step 1: Pre-Import Consultation & Plan Customization
You provide basic information about your Additives & Extracts (product name, quantity, specifications, origin, and intended use). Our specialists will quickly confirm the corresponding HS code, verify the required documents (such as origin certificate, health certificate, MSDS for hazardous substances), and customize the most cost-effective and efficient clearance & transportation plan for you, including quotation and time schedule.
Step 2: Document Preparation & Pre-Declaration Review
We assist you in sorting and reviewing all declaration documents to ensure their authenticity, completeness, and compliance. For products that require pre-approval (such as some pharmaceutical extracts), we will handle the application procedures with relevant Hong Kong authorities in advance to avoid delays. Our document review team has a zero-error record for 5 consecutive years.
Step 3: Customs Declaration & Inspection Coordination
Once your goods arrive at Hong Kong Port (Kwai Tsing Container Terminal, Hong Kong International Airport, or Lok Ma Chau Border), we immediately submit the declaration materials to Hong Kong Customs. If the goods are selected for inspection, our on-site team will coordinate with the inspection agency to complete sampling, testing, and verification efficiently. For food additives and pharmaceutical extracts, we will actively provide product safety data to speed up the inspection process .
Step 4: Tax Payment & Customs Release
We calculate the tariffs and value-added taxes accurately for you, and provide multiple payment channels for your convenience. After the taxes are paid, we will promptly obtain the customs release certificate. For qualified goods, we can also handle the "fast release" procedure through the Hong Kong Customs' Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) cooperation mechanism, shortening the release time by 50%.
Step 5: Logistics Distribution & After-Sales Service
After customs release, our professional logistics team will arrange for cargo pickup, storage (we have food-grade and chemical-specific warehouses in Hong Kong), and door-to-door delivery according to your requirements. We will provide you with the logistics tracking number in real time. After the goods are delivered, we will sort and send all clearance documents (customs declaration form, tax payment certificate, inspection report) to you for filing.
Success Story: How We Helped a Food Ingredient Importer Cut Costs by 35%
Carlos, the owner of a Uruguayan food processing company, used to face frequent problems such as 10+ day customs detention, hidden costs, and delivery delays when importing yeast extract and carrageenan into Hong Kong. Since cooperating with BETTERluck Shipping in 2025, we have optimized his supply chain in three aspects: 1) Accurately classified his products under HS code 21069041 to avoid over-taxation; 2) Used the priority clearance channel to shorten the customs process to 3 days; 3) Combined sea freight and local distribution to reduce transportation costs. Within 6 months, Carlos' import costs were reduced by 35%, and his business expanded to 3 new stores in Hong Kong .
Contact Us Now for Your Customized Solution
Don't let customs clearance issues slow down your business development. Whether you need to import food additives, pharmaceutical extracts, or industrial additives into Hong Kong, BETTERluck Shipping has the professional capabilities and rich experience to provide you with the best service. Contact us now to get a free quotation and HS code verification service within 2 hours!
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Note: The import of Additives & Extracts into Hong Kong must comply with the latest regulations of the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department, the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department, and the Department of Health. BETTERluck Shipping will keep abreast of policy changes and provide you with compliant solutions at all times.
