Why choose to import forklifts from China?
As a global manufacturing powerhouse, China's forklift production and technology level has reached international standards. Many companies around the world rely on Chinese manufacturers to fulfill their equipment needs, and importing forklifts from China has the following advantages:
- Cost-effective: Chinese forklift manufacturers can provide high-performance, low-priced forklift equipment with a cost advantage over other countries.
- Abundant choices: China has a wide range of forklift trucks, from light-duty electric forklifts to heavy-duty internal combustion forklifts, which can meet the needs of different enterprises.
- Quality Assurance: Hely, Linde and other well-known Chinese forklift brands have reliable product quality and advanced technology.
- Global export experience: Chinese forklift brands have export experience in many global markets, with mature logistics and after-sales service systems.
Chinese Forklift Brands
China is one of the important bases of forklift production in the world, with many famous brands, such as:
- HELI
- Linde
- Hangcha
- EP
- LTMG
How to Import Forklifts from China?
1. Choose the right supplier
Select reputable suppliers with export experience through B2B platforms (e.g. Alibaba, 1688, etc., Google search, or participate in industry exhibitions, etc. Ensure that the forklift trucks supplied by the suppliers comply with the international standards, and check the CE certification and ISO certification of the products.
2. Place an order and sign a contract
Clarify the specifications. When ordering, be sure to have detailed requirements on the specifications of the forklift (e.g. load capacity, type, size) and list them clearly in the contract. Negotiate the price with the supplier according to the requirements, and understand the payment method, delivery time and after-sales service.
3. Delivering Forklift Trucks from China
Depending on the size and weight of the forklift, you can choose sea freight, air freight or land freight. Most forklifts are shipped in containers. Contact a freight forwarder to ensure the forklift can be transported safely and learn about transportation insurance.
4. Customs Clearance Documents
- Notice of Arrival: This notice is issued in cooperation with the freight forwarder to alert you that the shipment is in transit and details the shipment's specific information, unit and contents.
- Bill of Lading: This is a contract between the carrier and you outlining the destination, shipping details and estimated delivery schedule.
- Packing List: The shipper or your freight forwarder will draft this list, which is consistent with the invoice and is subject to customs inspection before your shipment is cleared.
- Commercial Invoice: This document is essential. For machinery imports, the invoice should clearly state: delivery address, manufacturer's name and address, consignee's name and address, business address, country of origin, value of the machinery, detailed description
5. Payment of customs duties and inspection
Pay the corresponding import duty and VAT according to the customs regulations of the destination country, and arrange professional personnel to install and debug the forklift trucks after they arrive at the destination to ensure normal operation of the equipment.
Conclusion
LTMG is a leading forklift manuafacturer and exporter in China, offering a full range of logistics equipment such as diesel, electirc, gasoline forklifts, telehandler, reach trucks, pallet stckers, scissor lifts, boom lifts, tow tractors etc. Welcome to contact us for a free quote:
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