Group 1 - The official launch of the Hainan Free Trade Port on December 18, 2025, marks a significant step in the construction of the free trade port, featuring a "zero tariff" policy covering approximately 74% of goods [2] - The policy allows goods with over 30% value-added processing in Hainan to enter the mainland without import duties, attracting companies to establish Hainan as a key node in global supply chains [2] - Hunan Kunyao Food Company has set up a processing plant in Hainan, importing raw materials from multiple African countries, and benefiting from the tariff exemption due to a value-added rate exceeding 33% [2] Group 2 - The calculation for the 30% value-added exemption is defined by a specific formula, encouraging genuine manufacturing activities rather than simple rebranding or repackaging [3] - The policy excludes "simple processing" activities, requiring companies to engage in real production processes and possess capabilities in process improvement, brand building, or technology integration [3] - Small and medium-sized enterprises face challenges in meeting operational requirements, including establishing ERP systems and submitting third-party audit reports to prove processing authenticity [3] Group 3 - Food and agricultural processing companies encounter issues such as raw material price volatility and an incomplete local supply chain, which can affect their ability to benefit from cost deductions [4] - The launch of the Kantan e-commerce platform offers a new opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises to optimize supply chain costs while utilizing Hainan's processing and tax policies [4] - Hainan has established a comprehensive management system for the entire process of registration, declaration, verification, and supervision, ensuring transparency and efficiency in the tariff exemption process [4] Group 4 - Hainan is expected to become a global trading hub, fostering new manufacturing enterprises that leverage the value-added processing policy [5] - Companies that understand the rules, improve management, and collaborate locally will be better positioned to benefit from the open policy dividends [5]