Description: Andaxun specializes in shipping clothing and textiles from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dongguan to South Korea by sea! FCL flexible shipping, direct to major ports such as Busan, Incheon, and Gwangyang, with a full chain time of 12-20 days. Commercial invoices, packing lists, original bills of lading, and certificates of origin (China Korea FTA or RCEP) must be provided for customs clearance. Clothing and textile labels must be sewn and washed labels, indicating the Korean product name, fiber composition, place of origin ("MADE IN CHINA"), and washing instructions. South Korean import tariffs range from 8% to 13%, with a fixed value-added tax of 10%; Goods with a value ≤ $150 are exempt from customs duties (value-added tax still needs to be paid). Holders of China Korea FTA or RCEP certificates of origin can enjoy tariff reductions. Double clear tax inclusive full payment of customs duties and VAT, door-to-door delivery throughout Seoul, Busan, and Incheon. The price is negotiable and the delivery time is 12-20 days. Assist you in going global in compliance and seizing the Korean clothing market!

South Korea is an important clothing consumer market in Asia, with an expected import volume of over 8.5 billion US dollars by 2026. The South Korean Customs Department has recently strengthened its focus on tracing the origin of textiles. For products such as clothing and shoes, the origin label must be sewn and washed, and the pasted origin label is invalid. Andaxun International Logistics has been deeply involved in the export of clothing and textiles from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Dongguan for many years, providing one-stop services such as full container load/less than container load, double clearance with tax included, and door-to-door service.

1、 Shenzhen to South Korean brand clothing and textile sea freight prices and delivery time: Korea Express, one ticket, one negotiation

The sea voyage from Yantian in Shenzhen/Nansha in Guangzhou/Dongguan Port to major ports such as Busan and Incheon in South Korea takes about 7-10 days. The whole container process takes about 12-20 days (including delivery), and LCL takes about 14-22 days. South Korean customs support pre clearance, and goods can be submitted with documents in advance while still in the country, and released directly upon arrival at the port. During the peak season (June September), cabin availability is tight. It is recommended to book 2-3 weeks in advance.

1. The price is negotiable, with a fixed price that includes all expenses: sea freight, domestic trailer customs clearance, Korean import customs clearance, customs duties, 10% value-added tax, and final delivery.

2. Key points of tariffs on Korean clothing and textiles:

-Most favored nation tariff: HS codes for clothing and textiles are included in Chapters 61-62, with a most favored nation tariff rate of approximately 13%.

-Value added tax (VAT): The standard VAT rate in Korea is 10%, calculated by multiplying (CIF price+customs duty) by 10%.

-RCEP vs China Korea FTA: Holders of the China Korea FTA Certificate of Origin (FORM K) or RCEP Certificate of Origin can enjoy tariff benefits. Taking knitted women's clothing as an example, the tariff for China South Korea FTA is 13%, while RCEP is only 6.5%. Choosing RCEP can save nearly half of the tariff. Suggest comparing the tax rates of the two agreements based on specific HS codes to choose the optimal solution.

2、 Practical clearance of Shenzhen to South Korean branded clothing and textiles by sea: "Three musts" of South Korean customs

South Korean customs implement a "three in one" review mechanism for imported clothing, and the data of invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin must be strictly matched.

Requirement 1: EDI declaration is required for booking

The characteristic of sea freight from China to South Korea is that as long as a booking is made at the originating port in China, the arrival notification can be received in South Korea. The corresponding documents must be provided to Korean customers for EDI declaration at the time of booking, and a penalty (usually 100-150 USD/time) will be incurred if provided only after arrival at the port. The bill of lading must display the detailed contact information and business license number of the Korean buyer.

Requirement 2: The place of origin label must be a washed label (the most important)

South Korea has strict regulations on the origin labeling of clothing and textiles: the origin labeling must be a washed label (sewn label), and the pasted origin labeling is invalid. The label content must include the product name, fiber composition (with an error of no more than 3%), origin ("Made in China"), washing instructions, and manufacturer/importer information. If the ingredient list does not match the test report, there may be a penalty of 5% of the value of the goods for return or shipment.

Requirement 3: The document list must be complete

According to the requirements of South Korean customs, the following documents need to be submitted for customs clearance:

-Commercial invoice: must indicate HS code, CIF value, complete product description (general terms such as "clothing batch" are prohibited), and the fiber content must be completely consistent with the physical label

-Packing list: The SKU details of each box must be listed, and it is prohibited to only indicate the total number of items

-Original bill of lading: must be consistent with invoice information

-Certificate of Origin (FORM K or RCEP): A necessary document for enjoying tariff preferences

-Brand Authorization Letter: Brand clothing must have an authorization letter, and without authorization, there may be a risk of seizure of goods

-Hygiene certificate: For goods that come into direct contact with the skin, it is necessary to provide a Chinese hygiene certificate

-KC Safety Certification: Additional submission is required for the children's clothing category, and the KC certificate holder must be a local importer in South Korea

3、 Requirements for Shipping Packaging and Labeling of Clothing and Textiles from Shenzhen to South Korea

|Inner layer | Each piece of clothing should be wrapped in a dust-proof bag or non-woven bag and folded neatly. The brand tag and washing label must be intact|

|Middle layer | The carton is filled with sufficient cushioning materials (foam, bubble film, pearl cotton), and the clothes are fixed without shaking|

|Outer layer | Five layer double anti corrugated cardboard box (compressive strength ≥ 200kg), "I" - shaped box seal, tape ≥ 5cm|

1. Wooden packaging must have the IPPC fumigation label (ISPM 15).

2. Special requirements for Korean labels (key focus of customs inspection):

-Language: All labels must be in Korean (if translation is difficult, English can be used for manufacturer, model name, etc.)

-Fixed method: The label must be sewn and washed, and pasting the label is invalid

-Content: Must include product name, fiber composition, origin ("Made in China"), washing instructions, manufacturer/importer information

-Additional requirements for children's clothing: Safety level must be marked; Clothing for infants and young children aged 0-3 also needs to provide 7 testing reports, including heavy metal content and safe rope length

-Violation consequences: If there is no Korean annotation, the goods will be confiscated and required to be corrected within 3 days; Labels that do not match the test report may face return or fines

3. Core points of packaging:

-It is recommended to control the weight of a single box within 20-25kg

-All products must be labeled "Made in China" on the clothing and outer packaging

-The style number, size, color, quantity, and commercial invoice of each batch of clothing must correspond exactly

-Suggest placing desiccants inside the box to prevent moisture

4、 Six key considerations for shipping clothing and textiles from Shenzhen to South Korea by sea

1. Washing labels with water is a mandatory requirement (of utmost importance)

South Korea has strict regulations on the origin labeling of clothing and textiles: the origin labeling must be a washed label (sewn label), and the pasted origin labeling is invalid. Be sure to sew Korean washing labels on the product, otherwise it will be detained or returned.

2. Korean tags - Coupang and other platforms strictly investigate

The Korean market requires labels to be in Korean. Coupang and other platforms have recently reported cases of non-standard clothing labels, and the lack of necessary information may result in prohibited sales or even forced returns.

3. Certificate of Origin - Key to Tariff Reduction

Holders of the China Korea FTA Certificate of Origin (FORM K) or RCEP Certificate of Origin can enjoy tariff benefits. Taking knitted women's clothing as an example, the tariff for China South Korea FTA is 13%, while RCEP is only 6.5%. Suggest comparing the tax rates of the two agreements based on specific HS codes to choose the optimal solution. It is necessary to obtain a certificate of origin to enjoy tariff reductions.

4. Consistency between fabric composition testing and declaration

The South Korean customs have extremely strict testing standards for fabric composition, and the fiber content must be completely consistent with the physical label, with an error of no more than 3%. If the ingredient list does not match the test report, there may be a penalty of 5% of the value of the goods for return or shipment.

5. Brand Authorization Letter and KC Certification

Brand clothing requires a brand authorization letter, and unauthorized goods may face the risk of seizure. The children's clothing category requires additional submission of KC safety certification, and the KC certificate holder must be a local importer in Korea. Products that have not obtained mandatory KC certification will be directly detained upon entry and fined 1-3 times the value of the goods.

6. Peak season and climate response

June to September is the peak season for clothing and textile shipments in South Korea. It is recommended to book shipments 2-3 weeks in advance. It is recommended that the weight of the container does not exceed a net weight of 25 tons. If it exceeds this weight, it will be inspected. Busan Port and Incheon Port operate year-round.

5、 Shenzhen to South Korean brand clothing and textile sea freight Andaxun operation process

① Compliance consultation (assisting with certificate of origin processing, Korean washing label production, KC certification guidance) → ② One ticket, one price (including customs duty+10% VAT) → ③ Storage in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Dongguan for 5 days → ④ Export customs declaration (booking with EDI declaration) → ⑤ Shipping to Busan/Incheon Port → ⑥ Double clearance+paid customs duty+10% VAT → ⑦ Delivery throughout the country

Andaxun International Logistics provides one-stop services for shipping branded clothing and textiles from Guangzhou, Dongguan, and Shenzhen to South Korea, including customs clearance, double clearance, and door-to-door service - experts in exporting branded clothing and textiles to South Korea, guidance on obtaining certificates of origin (FORM K/RCEP), compliance with Korean washing labels, KC certification guidance, and a dedicated Korean line.

Shenzhen Andaxun International Logistics Co., Ltd

-Contact phone number: 0755-2968 6566

-Company Address: Xintian Avenue, Fuhai, Bao'an District, Shenzhen

-Main business: international sea freight, air freight, FBA dedicated line, clothing and textile export, double clearance and tax included

*(Note: The origin label must be a sewn and washed label (pasting is invalid); Holders of China Korea FTA or RCEP certificates of origin can enjoy tariff benefits (RCEP only 6.5% for knitted women's clothing); The clothing tariff is about 13%, VAT 10%； Goods that come into contact with the skin must provide a hygiene certificate; Children's clothing must be KC certified. Booking during peak season 2-3 weeks in advance. ）*