Bonded Warehouse Service China | Bonded Warehousing, Duty Deferral & FTZ Storage Solutions

Professional bonded warehouse service China for importers, exporters, manufacturers, and e-commerce sellers. Store imported goods in bonded warehousing facilities without paying import duties and VAT until goods enter the Chinese domestic market. Benefit from duty deferral, improved cash flow, flexible inventory management, and simplified re-export logistics. Our bonded warehouse solutions cover Free Trade Zone (FTZ) warehousing, Bonded Logistics Parks (BLP), and General Bonded Warehouses (GBW). Services include bonded storage, inventory management, cross-border e-commerce fulfillment (9610/1210), value-added services (labeling, repacking), and customs compliance. Reduce import duty cash flow pressure – pay only when goods are sold domestically. Enable re-export without duty payment. Optimize your China supply chain with professional bonded warehousing.

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What is Bonded Warehousing? Why Use Bonded Warehouse Service China?

A bonded warehouse (δΏη¨Žδ»“εΊ“) is a customs-supervised facility where imported goods can be stored without payment of import duties, VAT, or consumption tax until they are either: (1) released into the Chinese domestic market (duty & tax payable at release), or (2) re-exported (duty-free). Bonded warehouse service China offers significant advantages:

  • Duty & VAT Deferral – Delay payment of import duties and taxes until goods are sold domestically. Improve cash flow by 3-12 months.
  • No duty on re-export – Goods re-exported from bonded warehouse incur zero China import duties – ideal for transit trade and global distribution.
  • Flexible inventory management – Store goods near major markets, release in batches as needed.
  • Cross-border e-commerce fulfillment – Bonded warehouse supports 1210 (bonded e-commerce) model – faster delivery to Chinese consumers.
  • Value-added services – Labeling, repacking, kitting, quality inspection, and light assembly within bonded zone.
  • Lower working capital requirements – No need to pay duties on large inventory upfront.
πŸ“Œ Key fact: Storing goods in bonded warehouse for 6-12 months can save hundreds of thousands in duty cash flow. For a $1M shipment with 15% duty + 13% VAT = $280,000 deferred until domestic sale.

Types of Bonded Warehouses in China – Which One Do You Need?

Free Trade Zone (FTZ) Warehouse

Located within China's Free Trade Zones (Shanghai, Shenzhen, Tianjin, etc.). Most flexible bonded storage. Allows processing, assembly, and re-export. Supports cross-border e-commerce 1210 model.

FTZ

Bonded Logistics Park (BLP)

Specialized logistics parks near ports. Focused on storage, distribution, and re-export. Fast customs clearance for bonded goods.

BLP

General Bonded Warehouse (GBW)

Standard customs-bonded warehouse for general merchandise. Basic storage with duty deferral. Suitable for long-term storage of non-perishable goods.

GBW

Cross-border E-commerce Bonded Warehouse

Specialized warehouse for 1210 (bonded e-commerce) model. Direct fulfillment to Chinese consumers. Pre-clearance, fast delivery (1-3 days).

CBEC

Liquid Bonded Tank Farm

For liquid bulk goods (chemicals, oil, gas). Specialized bonded storage with pipeline and truck loading.

Liquid

Cold Storage Bonded Warehouse

Temperature-controlled bonded storage for frozen food, seafood, meat, and pharmaceuticals.

Cold Chain

Our Bonded Warehouse Services – Full Solution

  • Bonded Warehouse Registration & Setup – We help you register as a bonded warehouse user with local customs, obtain bonded warehouse registration certificate, and establish warehouse management system.
  • Bonded Storage & Inventory Management – Secure bonded storage space (racked, pallet, bulk) with real-time inventory tracking via WMS (Warehouse Management System).
  • Bonded Goods Entry (Import to Bonded Zone) – We handle customs declaration for bonded entry. No duty/tax payment at entry.
  • Bonded Goods Release to Domestic Market – When you sell goods domestically, we file domestic entry declaration and pay applicable duties and VAT at time of release.
  • Bonded Re-export – For goods destined for third countries, we handle re-export declaration – zero duties.
  • Value-Added Services (VAS) – Labeling, repacking, kitting, quality inspection, barcode scanning, lot tracking, and light assembly within bonded zone.
  • Cross-Border E-commerce Fulfillment (1210) – For e-commerce sellers: store inventory in bonded warehouse, fulfill individual orders to Chinese consumers. Duties and taxes calculated per order (reduced rates for CBEC).
  • Bonded Warehouse Audit & Compliance – We ensure compliance with customs bonded warehouse regulations: inventory accuracy, record keeping, and periodic reporting.

Bonded Warehouse Process – Step by Step

  • Step 1 – Warehousing Agreement & Registration – Sign warehousing agreement. We register your company as bonded warehouse user with local customs (if not already registered).
  • Step 2 – Bonded Goods Arrival & Customs Entry – Goods arrive at Chinese port. We file "bonded entry" declaration – duties and taxes deferred. Goods transported to bonded warehouse under customs seal.
  • Step 3 – Storage & Inventory Management – Goods stored in bonded warehouse. Real-time inventory tracking. Value-added services available.
  • Step 4 – Option A: Domestic Release (Duty Paid) – When ready to sell in China, file domestic entry declaration, pay duties + VAT, release goods to buyer's address.
  • Step 5 – Option B: Re-export (Duty Free) – File re-export declaration. Goods exit China duty-free. Suitable for transit trade or global distribution.
  • Step 6 – Option C: Cross-border E-commerce Fulfillment – Individual orders fulfilled from bonded warehouse directly to Chinese consumers under 1210 model. Reduced duty rates apply.
⏱️ Transit times: Port to bonded warehouse: 1-3 days. Domestic release from bonded warehouse: 1-2 days. Re-export: 1-3 days.

Bonded Warehouse vs Standard Warehouse – Key Differences

FeatureBonded WarehouseStandard Warehouse
Import duties & VAT at entryDeferred until domestic releasePayable at import
Duty on re-exportZero – duty-freeNo refund (duty paid at import is lost)
Storage termTypically 1-2 years (renewable)Unlimited (but duty already paid)
Customs supervisionStrict – inventory tracking requiredMinimal
Value-added servicesAllowed (labeling, repacking, inspection)Allowed
Cross-border e-commerce1210 model supportedNot applicable

Cross-Border E-commerce Bonded Warehouse (1210 Model)

For e-commerce sellers targeting Chinese consumers, the 1210 bonded warehouse model offers significant advantages:

  • Pre-clearance inventory – Bulk import goods to bonded warehouse without duty payment.
  • Per-order clearance – When consumer places order, goods clear customs individually.
  • Reduced duty rates – CBEC comprehensive tax rate typically 9.1% (vs standard 20-30% for retail import).
  • Fast delivery – 1-3 days from warehouse to consumer (vs weeks for direct shipping).
  • Return processing – Returns can go back to bonded warehouse for inspection and re-stocking.
πŸ“¦ 1210 Bonded Warehouse Ideal for: Beauty products, health supplements, baby products, small electronics, apparel, and fast-moving consumer goods sold via Tmall Global, JD Worldwide, Kaola, or other CBEC platforms.

Required Documents for Bonded Warehouse Entry

  • Commercial Invoice (with bonded warehouse as consignee or notify party).
  • Packing List.
  • Bill of Lading or Air Waybill.
  • Bonded Warehouse Registration Certificate (provided by us).
  • Import Contract.
  • For re-export: Export contract and ultimate consignee details.
  • For CBEC 1210: Platform order data integration (we handle).

Bonded Warehouse Costs & Pricing

  • Storage fees: Based on volume (RMB per cubic meter per day) or pallet (RMB per pallet per month). Volume discounts for long-term storage.
  • Handling fees: Inbound (unloading, put-away) and outbound (picking, packing, loading).
  • Customs declaration fees: Per bonded entry or per domestic release.
  • Value-added services: Labeling (RMB per unit), repacking (RMB per carton), quality inspection (RMB per hour).
  • Minimum term: 3 months (flexible). Month-to-month available.
πŸ’° Cost-saving tip: Storing goods in bonded warehouse for 3-6 months while testing domestic market demand saves the cost of pre-paying duties on unsold inventory. Deferred duty improves cash flow by tens of thousands of dollars.

Bonded Warehouse Locations Across China

We offer bonded warehouse services in major logistics hubs:

  • Shanghai – Waigaoqiao FTZ, Yangshan FTZ, Shanghai Pudong Airport BLP.
  • Shenzhen – Qianhai FTZ, Yantian Port Bonded Zone.
  • Tianjin – Tianjin FTZ, Dongjiang Bonded Port.
  • Guangzhou – Nansha FTZ, Guangzhou Airport Bonded Zone.
  • Ningbo – Ningbo FTZ, Ningbo Beilun Bonded Zone.
  • Qingdao – Qingdao FTZ, Qianwan Bonded Port.
  • Xiamen – Xiamen FTZ, Haicang Bonded Zone.
  • Dalian – Dalian FTZ, Dayao Bay Bonded Zone.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bonded Warehouse Service China

How long can goods stay in a bonded warehouse in China?
Typically 1-2 years. Extensions available upon application to customs. After expiry, goods must be either released to domestic market (pay duties) or re-exported. We track storage periods and notify you before expiry.
Do I pay any taxes when goods enter bonded warehouse?
No. No import duties, VAT, or consumption tax are paid at entry. Duties and taxes are only paid when goods are released into the Chinese domestic market. Re-exported goods never incur China import duties.
Can I perform value-added services inside bonded warehouse?
Yes. Permitted VAS includes: labeling (product labels, barcodes), repacking, kitting, quality inspection, sorting, and light assembly. Major processing (manufacturing) requires processing trade handbook.
What is the 1210 bonded e-commerce model?
1210 is a customs supervision code for cross-border e-commerce goods stored in bonded warehouse. Bulk import goods duty-free, then fulfill individual consumer orders. Consumer orders clear customs at reduced tax rates (typically ~9.1% comprehensive tax). Ideal for Tmall Global, JD Worldwide sellers.
Can a foreign company use bonded warehouse service without Chinese entity?
Yes. Bonded warehouse service can be provided to foreign entities. Goods stored in bonded warehouse are technically not yet imported into China. We act as your warehousing agent. When you sell to Chinese buyers, they or their agent handle domestic clearance and duty payment.
What happens to damaged or expired goods in bonded warehouse?
Damaged or expired goods must be disposed of under customs supervision. Options: destruction (with customs witness and certificate) or re-export. Destruction may require duty payment on wasted materials if not properly documented. We handle disposal compliance.
Can I store dangerous goods in bonded warehouse?
Yes, but only in specialized dangerous goods (DG) bonded warehouses with proper permits and safety equipment. Additional documentation (MSDS, DG classification) required. We have DG-approved bonded warehouse partners.

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Our bonded warehouse specialists have 15+ years experience with China customs bonded regulations. We provide end-to-end bonded storage, inventory management, and compliance support. Major locations across China.

  • +86 130 5270 9126
  • info@tekzenvo.com
  • 5-Fa Zhan Building, No.9 Office Area, Kai Fa Qu, Dalian, Liaoning, China
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