Used fiber optic cablesEquipment ImportsSpecial characteristics recognition

The global wave of optical communication equipment upgrades accelerates in 2025, driving a surge in demand for imported used optical cable production equipment. Unlike new equipment imports, used equipment involves...Verification of Equipment Renewal Rate,Environmental Compliance Review,Technical parameter matchingThree core elements. According to Announcement No. 38 of 2025 from the General Administration of Customs of China, the import of second-hand communication equipment requires the submission of original factory documents and proof of service life, with the residual value assessment error not exceeding 15% of the declared value.

The four key stages of the import process

• Preliminary review stage (30 working days)
  • Please verify whether the equipment complies with the "Catalog of Imported Used Mechanical and Electrical Products" 2025 edition.
  • Obtain a pre-shipment inspection certificate (issued by an internationally recognized inspection agency approved by customs).
• Customs declaration phase
  • HS Code Recommendation: 8475210000 (Optical Cable Manufacturing Equipment)
  • Tariff rate: A provisional rate of 8% in 2025 (requires provision ofIt is recommended to verify through the following methods:certificate)
• Technical rectification phase
  • Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Modification
  • Upgrade of safety protection devices (must comply with GB 5226.1-2025 standard)
• Acceptance and Delivery Phase
  • On-site customs verification of equipment's actual status
  • Quality re-inspection by the local regulatory authority

Practical experience in risk prevention

A Suzhou-based company encountered a typical case when importing a German-made SCT-2000 optical fiber drawing machine in March 2025:

• Risk Point 1: Deviation in Technical Parameters
  • The actual power of the equipment exceeds the declared value by 18%.
  • Solution: Urgently process the supplementary declaration for energy efficiency certification.
• Risk Point 2: Concealed Damage
  • The fiber optic cooling system has undeclared maintenance records.
  • Solution: Initiate the insurance claims process to recover the losses.

The Value Dimensions of Agency Services

Professional agency companies can save enterprises 23% in comprehensive costs (Data source: 2025).import and exportWhite Paper on the Service Industry):

• Establish including proforma invoice, packing list,: Identify 85% of declaration flaws in advance
• Tariff optimization plan: Utilizing Free Trade Agreements to Achieve Tariff Concessions
• Emergency response network: Emergency response mechanism at 42 ports nationwide

The six mandatory inspection items for equipment acceptance.

• Transmission system wear detection (using a dedicated laser measuring instrument)
• Electrical system insulation performance test (withstand voltage ≥2500V)
• Check the version of the control system software (compatible with domestic operating systems required).
• Verification of the Effectiveness of Safety Protection Devices (Emergency Stop Response Time ≤0.5 Seconds)
• Environmental indicator testing (noise ≤75 decibels, dust emission ≤15mg/m3)
• Verification of matching mold integrity (tolerance range ±0.01mm)