在海南“修全球” 政策利好让“两头在外”保税维修更快更省更便捷

Core Viewpoint - The first batch of "two ends outside" bonded maintenance medical devices has been officially delivered from Hainan Free Trade Port, marking a significant step in enhancing logistics efficiency and reducing costs for medical equipment repairs [1][5]. Group 1: Overview of the "Two Ends Outside" Bonded Maintenance - The "two ends outside" bonded maintenance refers to the process where the source of repair materials and the destination after repair are both outside the country, with only the maintenance phase occurring in Hainan Free Trade Port [7]. - This process allows for tax deferral on customs duties, import value-added tax, and consumption tax, facilitating efficient customs clearance for repairs [7]. Group 2: Benefits and Cost Reductions - The recent shipment included 21 endoscopes and endoscope systems, which underwent over a month of repairs before being sent to Hong Kong for delivery [5]. - The bonded maintenance process has resulted in a 20% reduction in logistics costs and a 40% reduction in other potential costs for the involved biomedical technology company [5]. Group 3: Regulatory Framework and Operational Efficiency - Hainan Free Trade Port has implemented a regulatory framework allowing 38 product codes to engage in "two ends outside" bonded maintenance [10]. - The Haikou Customs has established a classification and verification mechanism for goods awaiting repair, repaired goods, and irreparable goods, streamlining the process and reducing customs clearance time [10].