AQSIQ Registration Requirements for Recycling Exports to China

To export recycling materials to China, you'll need to register with the AQSIQ (General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine). The registration process is mandatory for all exporters.

The AQSIQ registration is a one-time process that requires a certificate of registration, which is valid for three years. To obtain this certificate, you'll need to provide detailed information about your company, including its name, address, and contact details.

Exporters must also ensure that their recycling materials comply with China's regulations and standards, such as the GB 16489-2010 standard for the recycling of plastics.

AQSIQ registration is required for all types of recycling materials, including plastics, metals, and paper products.

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To register for AQSIQ certification, applicants need to submit the required documents.

Applicants must fill out the overseas supplier recycle materials registration application form according to China Customs and AQSIQ standard.

Your company business registration and Tax registration documents are also required, and you'll need to provide a copy.

To complete the application, you'll need to include office and warehouse or factory floor plans, both on paper and in photo form, and submit them online or via email.

If your product's HS code is on the list provided by AQSIQ, you'll need to apply for AQSIQ recycling certification.

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Waste paper is a recyclable material that can be categorized into three types: unbleached cowhide, bleached chemical wood pulp paper, and mechanical wood pulp paper or cardboard.

Recycled unbleached cowhide paper is classified under H.S Code 4707100000 and includes corrugated or cardboard waste. This type of paper is often used in packaging materials and can be easily recycled.

Bleached chemical wood pulp paper and paperboard, on the other hand, falls under H.S Code 4707200000 and is free from dyes. This type of paper is commonly used in printing and packaging applications.

Mechanical wood pulp paper or cardboard, including waste newspapers and magazines, is classified under H.S Code 4707300000. This type of paper is widely used in various industries and can be easily recycled.

Here's a summary of the different types of waste paper and their corresponding H.S Codes:

To apply for a recycling license in China, you'll need to submit specific documents. According to China Customs Notice 194 (2021), if you're recycling products made of paper, metal, plastics, rubber, or textiles, you're required to apply for an AQSIQ certificate.

You'll need to fill out an overseas supplier recycle materials registration application form, following China Customs and AQSIQ standards. This form must be submitted along with your company's business registration and tax registration documents, which should be copied.

You'll also need to provide an office and warehouse or factory floor plan, which should be submitted in both paper and photo formats. This can be done online or via email.