Repair Goods refer to goods that temporarily enter or exit the country due to damage, malfunction, or need for maintenance, and are re-exported after repair. This is common in international trade for after-sales repair, warranty services, or return-for-repair scenarios. When using this term, enterprises must declare the 'Repair Articles' supervision mode (Code 1300) to customs, provide repair agreements, original export customs declarations, and other supporting documents, and may be required to pay a deposit. The repair period is usually 6 months and can be extended upon application. Note the distinction from 'Returned Goods' (returned due to quality issues or wrong shipment, not for repair) and 'Temporary Import/Export Goods' (used for exhibitions, testing, etc., not for repair purposes). If parts are replaced during repair, they must be truthfully declared, and if the value-added portion is subject to taxation upon re-export after repair. Additionally, if the goods are not re-exported after repair, they will be treated as general trade imports. Correct use of this term helps ensure compliant customs clearance and avoids late declaration or penalties.
📝 Examples
1. The 10 units of equipment exported by our company need to be returned to China for repair due to malfunction. We have declared them to customs as 'Repair Goods' and provided the original export customs declaration and repair agreement. They are expected to be re-exported within 3 months. (Note: Demonstrates the declaration process and time requirements for temporary import for repair of repair goods.)
2. According to the contract, you should send the damaged circuit boards back to us as repair goods. After repair, we will re-export them by express delivery, and the repair costs will be borne by us. (Note: Reflects the practical application of repair goods in after-sales warranty, clarifying costs and responsibilities.)
💡 Foreign Trade Tips
Foreign trade terms are the foundation of international business communication
Trade practices may vary slightly by country; pay attention when using them
When using terms in contracts, specify the applicable version (e.g., Incoterms 2020)
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