Core Insights - The relaxation of China's visa-free transit policy and the optimization of the departure tax refund policy have significantly boosted the consumption market, leading to a surge in inbound spending by foreign travelers [3] - In the first half of the year, Guangzhou Customs reported over 8,000 tax refund applications from foreign travelers, with a total refund amount exceeding 200 million yuan, marking year-on-year increases of 192.6% and 149% respectively, setting a historical record [3] Policy Enhancements - The Ministry of Commerce, along with the Ministry of Finance and the General Administration of Customs, introduced measures to further optimize the departure tax refund policy, lowering the minimum refund threshold from 500 yuan to 200 yuan and increasing the cash refund limit from 10,000 yuan to 20,000 yuan [3] Traveler Experience - Foreign travelers have expressed satisfaction with the tax refund process, highlighting the convenience and financial benefits, such as significant discounts on purchases after tax refunds [5] - Guangzhou Customs has improved the tax refund experience by providing multilingual services and enhancing data exchange with tax and banking departments, resulting in a 163% year-on-year increase in tax refund applications processed [5][6] Service Innovations - The introduction of an integrated service model at the Nansha Port has streamlined the tax refund process, allowing travelers to complete their refunds in under 10 minutes [6] - Guangzhou Customs is piloting a "one order, one package" service, which allows travelers to have their tax refund items packaged and verified quickly at customs, significantly improving efficiency [6] Future Developments - Plans are underway to develop self-service verification equipment and to promote a paperless process for tax refunds, aiming to enhance the overall consumer experience for foreign travelers [6]

在"封装扫码"模式之下，上海市内相关退税商店启动退税商品封装作业，海关采用扫描退税申请单二维 码的方式快速验核。这一模式可以把海关验核速度提升至"秒级"，大大便利境外旅客出境通关。 上海是全国首批离境退税试点城市，离境退税商店基本覆盖中心城区。上海海关自2015年7月1日起开展 退税商品在出境口岸的验核工作，验核量多年居全国各城市第一，约占全国验核量的一半。 （文章来源：新华财经） 在"自助验核"模式之下，境外旅客可使用自助验核机向海关上传单证，海关采用"远程验核+现场巡 视"方式完成相关商品验核手续。这一模式充分发挥了海关智能化监管手段的优势，可满足多人同时办 理验核的需求，特别是在境外旅行团集中办理时，验核效率可显著提高。 在"即买即验"模式之下，境外旅客在出境隔离区内的退税商店购物后，可在海关"即买即验"设备上完成 验核手续。这一模式让境外旅客无需在商店、海关和银行间折返跑，可在就近的银行退税点直接取得退 税款。 新华财经上海7月22日电 最新统计数据显示，今年上半年，上海海关共验核离境退税申请单6.4万票，比 去年同期大幅增长1.4倍，数量已与去年全年总单数基本持平。这意味着境外旅客平均每天在沪提交约 ...

Core Insights - China's foreign trade has achieved scale growth and quality improvement, solidifying its position as the world's largest goods trading nation [1] - The customs system plays a crucial role in facilitating trade and ensuring efficient customs clearance processes [1][2] Group 1: Customs Efficiency and Innovations - Ningbo Zhoushan Port is projected to handle over 1.35 billion tons of cargo in 2024, ranking first globally [1] - The Beilun Customs in Ningbo has pioneered a "pre-inspection before loading" model for export consolidation, enhancing customs efficiency for small and medium-sized enterprises [1] - The Gongbei Customs has optimized the first "one-stop" system for passenger and cargo vehicles, reducing clearance time to under 10 seconds for vehicles without anomalies [1] Group 2: Strategic Developments in Border Areas - The Hongqilafu Customs has transformed from a remote town to a key hub in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor since its establishment in 2013, with year-round operations starting in December [2] - The customs service expedited the import of cherries from Pakistan, saving over 6 hours in clearance time and approximately 1500 yuan in costs per shipment [2] - The Yangpu Economic Development Zone is the first national-level development zone to enjoy bonded area policies, serving as a pilot for Hainan Free Trade Port [2][3] Group 3: Trade Facilitation and Agricultural Exports - The Yangpu Customs is implementing innovative regulatory measures to enhance logistics and customs efficiency in preparation for the Hainan Free Trade Port's closure [3] - Chongqing's first export of fresh lemons to Vietnam via the Western Land-Sea New Corridor was completed in just 48 hours, significantly reducing transportation time and costs [3] - The Chongqing Customs has launched initiatives to support the export of agricultural products, including a "green channel" for faster customs clearance [3]

Core Viewpoint - The General Administration of Customs of China has announced the conditional resumption of seafood imports from certain regions of Japan, excluding specific prefectures affected by the Fukushima nuclear water discharge, based on safety assurances from the Japanese government and ongoing monitoring results [1][2]. Group 1: Import Resumption Details - The resumption of imports applies to seafood products from Japan, excluding ten prefectures: Fukushima, Gunma, Tochigi, Ibaraki, Miyagi, Niigata, Nagano, Saitama, Tokyo, and Chiba [1]. - Japanese seafood exporters must comply with China's regulations for overseas food production enterprises and must reapply for registration if their products were previously suspended [1]. - Import declarations for Japanese seafood must include a health certificate, proof of radioactive substance testing, and proof of the production area issued by Japanese authorities [1][2]. Group 2: Regulatory Oversight - The customs authority will implement strict supervision over Japanese seafood imports, and any non-compliance with Chinese laws or food safety standards will lead to immediate control measures to protect public health [2]. Group 3: Announcement Cancellation - The announcement also includes the cancellation of the previous customs announcement No. 103 of 2023 [3].

Group 1 - China's foreign trade maintains steady growth despite external shocks, showcasing strong resilience [1] - The general manager of Shandong Ruitu Laser Technology Co., Ltd., Ma Tongwei, emphasizes the continuous opportunities in international markets, highlighting successful participation in exhibitions and the establishment of overseas branches [1][2] - The price of laser cutting machines has significantly decreased from millions to 200,000-300,000 yuan, indicating a growing demand for high-precision and efficient machinery globally [2] Group 2 - Alibaba International Station's marketing head, Chen Tang, notes an unexpected surge in U.S. buyers following recent trade talks, leading to the launch of a special promotion for American buyers [3][4] - The first day of the U.S. promotion saw significant increases in order volumes across various categories, with automotive parts and machinery experiencing growth rates of 62% and 46% respectively [4] - European market orders have also surged, particularly in France, where order growth reached 150%, attributed to strengthening Sino-European trade relations [4] Group 3 - Liu Jie, deputy section chief of Jiangyin Customs, reports a diverse range of goods being exported through Jiangyin Port, reflecting the increasing complexity and volume of international trade [6][7] - Jiangyin Port has developed into the third-largest inland port in China, establishing direct shipping routes with over 600 ports globally, enhancing export efficiency [7] - New direct shipping lines to countries like Portugal and Cambodia have been opened, significantly reducing logistics times for exports to ASEAN markets [7]

Core Insights - The article highlights the increase in the import of children's clothing and safety seats through the Huanggang Customs, indicating a growing market for these products in Shenzhen [1][4]. Group 1: Import Statistics - Huanggang Customs has released a total of 661 batches of imported children's clothing, amounting to 7,867 pieces, representing a year-on-year growth of 9.7% [4]. - The customs also verified 1,841 pieces of imported children's safety seats, with a total value of 2.26 million yuan [1][3]. Group 2: Quality Control Measures - Huanggang Customs has strengthened quality safety supervision of imported children's products by optimizing the "one enterprise, one policy" communication mechanism and enhancing on-site supervision [1][3]. - The customs focuses on critical indicators such as dynamic collision test data, flame retardant performance, and safety belt buckle strength for children's safety seats during inspections [3]. Group 3: Efficiency Improvements - The customs has improved communication with enterprises to provide one-on-one guidance on product classification, which helps shorten unloading and distribution times, thereby enhancing customs clearance efficiency [4]. - The customs emphasizes the importance of compliance with national standards regarding formaldehyde content, color fastness, and other safety measures before importation [4]. Group 4: Future Plans - Huanggang Customs plans to continuously improve regulatory measures for imported children's products and enhance service levels to ensure both effective management and expedited clearance [5].

Core Viewpoint - The Guangzhou Customs has developed the first radiation detection "robot dog" for national customs, which is now in use at various ports in Foshan, enhancing safety and efficiency in customs operations [1]. Group 1: Technology and Functionality - The "robot dog" measures 65 centimeters in length and integrates five sensors and functional modules, including radiation detection, gas detection, video monitoring, and temperature and humidity monitoring [2]. - It is equipped with an audio-visual law enforcement recording device, allowing for remote operation by customs officers for tasks such as radioactive cargo detection and safety inspections in confined spaces [2]. Group 2: Operational Impact - In a recent operation at the Pearl River freight terminal, the "robot dog" detected radiation levels in an imported container, with gamma radiation dose rates increasing from 0.11 μSv/h to 16.6 μSv/h, exceeding natural environmental radiation levels by 150 times [4]. - The use of the "robot dog" significantly reduces the time customs officers spend on detecting radioactive sources, which previously required extensive manual checks and posed risks of radiation exposure [4]. Group 3: Future Applications - Guangzhou Customs plans to expand the application of the "robot dog" in customs supervision, exploring its use in site inspections, empty container checks, and general cargo inspections to enhance the efficiency of customs clearance and safeguard national security [4].

2019年芬太尼类物质整类列管，列入《非药用类麻醉药品和精神药品管制品种增补目录》，按照非药品 类麻醉药品和精神药品管理。根据公安部发布的《非药用类麻醉药品和精神药品列管办法》，禁止任何 单位和个人生产、买卖、运输、使用、储存和进出口。因科研、实验需要使用非药用类麻醉药品和精神 药品，在药品、医疗器械生产、检测中需要使用非药用类麻醉药品和精神药品标准品、对照品，以及药 品生产过程中非药用类麻醉药品和精神药品中间体的管理，按照有关规定执行。 中国海关坚持依法管控、综合施策，始终保持查缉芬太尼类物质高压态势，主要包括以下措施：加强芬 太尼类物质走私风险分析研判，明确查缉重点，加大布控查验力度。充分发挥CT机、X光机等监管查验 设备效能，优化升级智能审图算法，提高智能审图对夹藏走私的识别能力；对机检发现的可疑货物、物 品，及时开展人查验，查缉夹藏、伪瞒报等行为。强化业务培训，持续提升关警员对芬太尼类物质的查 缉能力，坚决筑牢芬太尼类物质海关口岸查缉防线。 责编：黄之安、卢思宇 如果个人携带麻醉药品和精神药品进出境，根据《麻醉药品和精神药品管理条例》，因治疗疾病 需要，个人凭医疗机构出具的医疗诊断书、本人身份证明，可 ...