1. Mandatory compliance reporting requirements (must read to avoid goods deductions, returns, and fines)
1. Basic rules for reporting
Declaring truthfully: It is prohibited to underreport, conceal, mix, or combine general product names (for example: you cannot just write "groceries, daily necessities, accessories").
Separation of individual items: Multiple different items need to be listed separately, do not lump them all together as "daily necessities".
Reasonable value: The value of packages for personal use is in line with market conditions. If it is too low, it will easily be subject to random inspection and valuation and tax payment.
Reasonable quantity: Based on the principle of "personal use, not for sale", hoarding large quantities of the same style will be judged as commercial use.
2. Example of standard specification declaration
✅ Correct way of writing: pure cotton short-sleeved top, acrylic mobile phone case, ceramic water bottle, conditioner, notebook, wireless mouse ❌ Incorrect way of writing: department stores, sundries, small items, gifts, accessories, daily necessities
3. Personal package restrictions (Taiwan Customs standards)
Receipt: Only in the name of an individual, no mixed personal channels can be used in the name of a company
Self-use limit: It is recommended to buy single piece/small quantity of the same style, large quantities of the same style may be easily deducted
Package weight: There is no strict upper limit for ordinary sea express/sea freight, but overweight and oversized packages will be subject to additional charges and the inspection rate will increase.
2. Common general cargo (can be consolidated normally, no special restrictions)
Clothing categories: clothes, pants, socks, hats, scarves, fabric storage
Household general merchandise: water cups, tableware, storage racks, cleaning tools, home textiles, small hardware
Stationery office: pens, notebooks, folders, desktop storage, general printing supplies
3C peripherals: mobile phone cases, films, data cables, mice, keyboards, non-charged gadgets
Beauty tools: makeup brushes, storage boxes, powder puffs (excluding liquid sprays)
Bags and shoes: bags, shoes, suitcases (ordinary materials)
3. Restricted shipment categories (can be sent, but special declaration + restrictions are required)
Cosmetics/Cleansing (liquid, paste, lotion)
Restrictions: The capacity of a single item should not be too large to avoid large batches; "skin care products, shampoo", etc. must be labeled truthfully
Channel: Priority is given to sea express, some air transport channels refuse to accept liquids
Live products (power banks, batteries, small appliances)
Power banks: limited to 1-2 for personal use, must be individually insulated and packaged, and are strictly prohibited from being installed naked
With built-in battery: earphones, bracelets, and small household appliances can be sent, and must be marked "Built-in lithium battery"
Pure batteries and large-capacity industrial batteries: basically rejected
Food
Can be sent: sealed dry goods, snacks, candies, biscuits, tea (vacuum/original packaging)
Restricted: Most meat products, braised meat, and jerky are controlled; bulk unpackaged food is easy to be detained
Magnetic/strong magnetic items need to be packaged in degaussing and isolated separately, otherwise they will be rejected for transportation.
Furniture and large and heavy items can be transported by sea. Volumetric weight is charged and need to be reinforced. It is recommended to use wooden frames for fragile items.
4. Absolutely prohibited items (100% withheld/destroyed/returned, no entrainment allowed)
1. Prohibited and controlled categories
Knives, scissors, utility knives, sharp objects, self-defense equipment
Simulation weapons, model guns, bullet accessories, flammable and explosive materials
Lighters, matches, gas cans, compressed spray, alcohol spray
Drugs, controlled substances, psychotropic substances
2. Food freshness control
Fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, cooked food, vacuum braised meat, pickled meat
Bulk unlabeled, Sanwu food, homemade food
3. Sensitive violation categories
Pirated books, videos, imitation luxury goods, fake goods, infringing goods
Pornography, violence, politically sensitive publications, posters, printed matter
Mainland prescription drugs and health products of unknown origin
4. Special controlled items
Live animals and plants, seeds, soil, potted plants
High-pressure gas cylinders, chemical reagents, corrosive liquids
High-power heating appliances, three-no small household appliances
5. Practical tips for avoiding pitfalls in container transportation
Note when combining boxes: When combining multiple packages, ask the shipping company to remove excess express bags and cartons to reduce volume and weight and reduce shipping costs.
Fragile items: Ceramics, glass, and figures must be wrapped with bubble wrap + reinforcement, and logistics insurance can be purchased.
Fill in the address: The Taiwan delivery phone number must be correct, and the store code must be noted when picking up items at a convenience store.
High seasonality: Customs inspections become stricter during holidays and before and after major sales, so try not to carry sensitive goods.
Channel selection:
Not urgent, heavy items, large items: choose sea shipping as the cheapest option
Medium aging, general merchandise + small amount of cleaning and care: choose Haikuai for the most cost-effective option
Urgent and small items: choose air freight line
