Core Viewpoint - The implementation of the "Regulatory Measures for Import Goods under Exception Measures in Hainan Free Trade Port" aims to enhance regulatory requirements and leverage policy advantages to promote the development of new foreign trade formats [1] Group 1: Regulatory Framework - The "Prohibited and Restricted Import and Export Goods List" has been officially released and will take effect from the date of the Hainan Free Trade Port's closure operation [1] - The "Regulatory Measures" clarify the regulatory requirements and procedures for two categories of goods that are relaxed under the "Prohibited and Restricted List" [1][2] Group 2: Management of Import Goods - The import goods under exception measures are categorized into those exempt from import license management and those allowed for "two-way" bonded maintenance [2] - Goods exempt from import license management are limited to final users for self-use in Hainan Free Trade Port and cannot be circulated or resold within the island [2] - Current import license management includes 119 items, with 45 being ozone-depleting substances and 74 being old electromechanical products [2] Group 3: Bonded Maintenance Business - The "Regulatory Measures" outline the requirements for bonded maintenance business, including applicable subjects, project declaration processes, and conditions for suspension and termination [3] - The state has increased support for bonded maintenance business in Hainan, making its policies more favorable than those in other regions [3] - Eligible enterprises can conduct bonded maintenance for both the comprehensive bonded zone product catalog and the exception measures of the "Prohibited and Restricted List," which is expected to significantly promote the development of new foreign trade formats [3]

Core Points - The Hainan Free Trade Port is set to officially start its customs closure on December 18, 2025, with policies and supporting documents already prepared [1][2] - The customs closure aims to create a special customs supervision area across Hainan Island, implementing a policy characterized by "one line" opening, "two lines" management, and free flow within the island [1] - The closure is expected to enhance international connectivity and attract global quality resources, promoting high-quality development of the Hainan Free Trade Port [1] Import Tax Policy - The range of imported goods eligible for "zero tariff" will expand to approximately 6,600 tax items, significantly increasing from the current 1,900 tax items [3] - The "zero tariff" goods will cover 74% of all product tax items, an increase of nearly 53 percentage points compared to pre-closure levels [3] - The policy aims to lower production costs for market entities and enhance the level of trade liberalization and facilitation in Hainan [3] Trade Management Measures - The customs closure will relax management measures for certain imported goods, with a new list detailing prohibited and restricted imports published [4] - The list will allow for the cancellation of import licenses for 60 old mechanical and electrical product codes, covering about 80% of such products [4] - The policy will also permit 38 product codes to conduct bonded repairs, achieving the highest level of openness in the bonded repair sector nationwide [4] Travel and Passage Measures - No additional documentation will be required for business trips or tourism to Hainan post-closure [5][6] - Eight open ports will serve as "one line" ports for imports, while ten "two line" ports will facilitate the movement of goods and people between Hainan and the mainland [6] - Most goods and all personnel will continue to be managed under existing regulations, ensuring smooth travel and trade [6] Customs Supervision - The number of declaration items for customs clearance from Hainan to the mainland will be reduced from 105 to 42, enhancing efficiency [7] - Customs will implement a "batch exit, centralized declaration" model for certain goods, streamlining the process [7] - The management principle will be that what is opened on the "one line" will be managed on the "two line" [7] Consumer Policies - The duty-free shopping policy will continue, with plans to allow island residents to purchase certain imported products tax-free [8] - The current duty-free shopping policy applies to travelers leaving the island, with an annual limit of 100,000 RMB per person [8]