--- title: "What Core Nodes and Compliance Implementation Requirements Are Included in the Full Process of Jiyuan Import Henna Powder Agency?" description: "The owner of a community cosmetics store targets the market demand for imported henna powder in Jiyuan，but lacks experience in foreign trade agency，worries about risks such as customs seizure，port detention and cargo damage，and is eager to learn about compliant agency channels. It is necessary to be alert to the all-inclusive customs clearance trap，complete import cosmetics filing in advance，realize compliant implementation and avoid capital loss and administrative penalty risks through upstream..." url: "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/jiyuan-henna-powder-import-agency-core-nodes-and-compliance-implementation-requirements.html" language: "en" type: "Q&A" category: "Import Agency Q&A" datePublished: "2026-10-09" dateModified: "2026-10-09" brand: "Zhongshen Trading China" answerCount: 9 --- # What Core Nodes and Compliance Implementation Requirements Are Included in the Full Process of Jiyuan Import Henna Powder Agency? ## Question I am the owner of a community cosmetics retail store that has been operating for 5 years in Jiyuan. Recently, many regular middle-aged customers have repeatedly asked about imported henna powder, saying it is gentle and non-irritating for hair dyeing and also nourishes hair. I see the business opportunity and want to act as an agent for this product, but I have no experience in import foreign trade agency at all. I consulted a small freight forwarder last week, who confidently guaranteed that the process is simple and provides all-inclusive customs clearance service. But I saw on Douyin that many people said imported henna powder is a special daily chemical product, which is easy to be seized by customs due to incomplete documents or ingredients not conforming to national standards. Port detention fees can be thousands of yuan per day, and some goods are even directly destroyed. I am very anxious now, as my startup capital is limited, I am afraid that I will invest money but fail to get the goods. I also don't know how to review documents during agency, how to coordinate all links, and worry that no one will cover the losses if something goes wrong. I would like to ask how to act as an agent for imported henna powder in Jiyuan to be compliant and avoid pitfalls? ## Answers ### Answer 1 — Best Answer First of all，you should be alert to the common **"all-inclusive customs clearance" trap** in the industry. Many novices trust the "low-cost all-inclusive customs clearance" promise of small freight forwarders，ignoring that henna powder is a special daily chemical product controlled by the Administrative Measures on Supervision and Inspection of Import and Export Cosmetics，and import cosmetics filing must be completed in advance. If you skip the filing process，the goods will be directly seized by customs after arriving at the port，which will not only generate thousands of yuan of port detention fees per day，but also be transferred to the customs anti-smuggling department if not handled within 14 days. The goods will most likely be destroyed，the advanced payment for goods and international freight paid in advance will be totally lost，and you may even face administrative penalties for "importing cosmetics without filing"，which will affect the development of all subsequent foreign trade businesses. Physical risk isolation measures should start from the source: first，confirm that the foreign supplier has formal production qualification for henna powder and ingredient test reports，entrust a professional agency firm to assist in handling the **Import Cosmetics Filing Certificate** in advance，and at the same time clearly require the agency to provide document pre-audit services when signing the agency contract，to ensure that the customs declaration documents completely match the actual goods. Exclusive loss-stopping tips: sign a "risk indemnification clause" with the agency company，agreeing that if customs seizure or port detention is caused by the agency's document review errors，the agency will bear all port detention fees and cargo losses，at the same time，purchase comprehensive import freight insurance in advance to cover indirect losses caused by cargo damage，port detention and customs seizure，to minimize your own risks. **status:** accepted **Author:** Lucas Liu **Date:** 2026-10-09 ### Answer 2 When declaring customs for Jiyuan import henna powder agency, you should focus on the logical closed loop of the customs valuation process: first, provide authentic transaction price vouchers for henna powder, including foreign trade contracts, commercial invoices, packing lists, etc., and the product name, ingredients and specifications on the documents must be completely consistent, to avoid triggering customs valuation queries due to "excessive deviation between declared price and market price". In case of valuation disputes, you should timely supplement supporting materials such as the cost breakdown of foreign suppliers and export declaration forms of the same batch of products, apply for customs price consultation when necessary. It is forbidden to underdeclare the price to avoid taxes, otherwise you will be listed in the customs dishonest list, and subsequent imported goods will be subject to 100% inspection. At the same time, confirm the accuracy of the HS code of henna powder in advance. The current HS code of henna powder is 3305900090, and you should declare customs duty and value-added tax according to this code, to avoid customs declaration rejection due to code errors. **status:** suggested **Author:** Linda Gao **Date:** 2026-10-09 ### Answer 3 For the logistics path of Jiyuan import henna powder agency, you should give priority to direct shipping ports to avoid title risks in transshipment links. If transshipment is necessary, you should agree on the "endorsement to order" clause of the bill of lading to ensure that the cargo title is always in your hands. At the same time, confirm the free storage period of the port in advance. Currently, the free storage period for imported daily chemical products at Shanghai Port is 7 days, and you should complete customs clearance and pick up the goods within the free storage period, otherwise high container detention fees will be incurred. In case of abnormal situations such as container rollover and space congestion, you should coordinate with the shipping line to change the sailing schedule at the first time, apply for extending the free storage period at the same time, and transfer the goods to surrounding small ports for customs clearance when necessary. In addition, you should require the provision of full cargo tracking services to grasp the progress of goods arrival, customs declaration and pickup in real time, to avoid delays caused by information lag. **status:** suggested **Author:** Victor Sun **Date:** 2026-10-09 ### Answer 4 Jiyuan import henna powder agency can optimize costs through the VAT deferment policy: apply for VAT deferment when declaring import customs, no need to advance VAT when clearing the goods, but deduct it in the subsequent VAT declaration period, which effectively eases cash flow pressure. At the same time, reasonably plan cross-border related party transaction pricing. If the foreign supplier is a related enterprise, ensure that the transaction price conforms to the arm's length principle, to avoid the taxable income being adjusted by the tax authority due to unreasonable transfer pricing. In addition, you can choose appropriate trade terms to hedge foreign exchange risks, such as adopting RMB cross-border settlement to lock the foreign exchange purchase rate and avoid cost increases caused by USD exchange rate fluctuations. You should also note that the customs duty rate for henna powder import is 6.5% and the VAT rate is 13%, so you should calculate the comprehensive tax burden in advance to avoid hidden charges. **status:** suggested **Author:** Michael Zhang **Date:** 2026-10-09 ### Answer 5 The foreign exchange payment and collection of Jiyuan import henna powder agency must strictly comply with cross-border foreign exchange compliance requirements: if you use SWIFT messages for payment and collection, ensure that the transaction code and transaction remark in the message are consistent with the actual goods. The transaction code should be declared as "101010", and the transaction remark should clearly indicate "Imported Henna Powder (Cosmetics Category)". If you use CIPS RMB cross-border payment, complete the registration in the import goods directory at the bank in advance, to avoid payment and collection being intercepted due to no registration. At the same time, keep all foreign exchange payment and collection vouchers, foreign trade contracts, customs declaration forms and other materials for the inspection of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange. It is forbidden to carry out unsubstantiated fund transfers through offshore accounts, otherwise you will be listed in the foreign exchange supervision abnormal list, which will affect subsequent cross-border foreign exchange payment and collection business. **status:** suggested **Author:** Jason Wu **Date:** 2026-10-09 ### Answer 6 Jiyuan import henna powder agency should clarify the force majeure clause in the agency contract for indemnification: agree that the two parties shall bear the responsibility for cargo delay and loss caused by force majeure factors such as customs policy adjustment and port strike in proportion, to avoid disputes caused by vague clauses. At the same time, sign a customs protection recordal agreement for intellectual property rights with the foreign supplier to ensure that henna powder does not infringe on others' trademarks, patents and other intellectual property rights, to avoid the goods being seized by customs due to IP disputes during import. In addition, be alert to L/C soft clauses. If you settle by L/C, avoid soft clauses such as "the inspection certificate is issued by the foreign buyer" to prevent foreign buyers from deliberately making things difficult and refusing to pay for the goods. You should also clarify the node of title transfer, agreeing that the title will be officially transferred to you only after the goods complete customs clearance and are delivered to the designated warehouse. **status:** suggested **Author:** Cindy Chen **Date:** 2026-10-09 ### Answer 7 Jiyuan import henna powder agency should make preparations in advance for on-site customs inspection: first, ensure that the packaging of the goods is clearly marked with Chinese labels, and the label content includes product name, ingredients, manufacturer, importer information, shelf life, etc., which meets the requirements of the Administrative Measures on Cosmetics Labeling. In case of stuffing inspection, cooperate with customs officers to count the quantity of goods and check whether the specifications and ingredients of the goods are consistent with the customs declaration form. It is forbidden to conceal the real ingredients of the goods. If the customs requires sending the goods for testing, cooperate to provide samples in time, and track the progress of the laboratory test report. If the test results show that the ingredients of henna powder do not conform to national standards, apply for return shipment or destruction at the first time to avoid additional port detention fees and administrative penalties. In addition, pay attention to identifying the authenticity of the seal. If the seal is found to be damaged, take photos to retain evidence at the first time and contact the shipping line to verify the situation. **status:** suggested **Author:** Kevin Lin **Date:** 2026-10-09 ### Answer 8 Jiyuan import henna powder agency should pay attention to the transport packaging compliance of the goods: henna powder is a moisture-sensitive powdery cargo, so moisture-proof reinforced packaging should be adopted, sealed with PE plastic bags inside and corrugated cartons outside, and the cartons should have sufficient compressive strength to avoid damage during transportation. At the same time, prepare MSDS that meets the standards, clarifying the ingredients, physical and chemical properties, transportation precautions of henna powder. Currently, compliant imported henna powder is generally classified as ordinary goods, and UN dangerous goods packaging is not required. In addition, mark warning signs such as "fragile" and "moisture-proof" on the packaging to avoid cargo damage during loading and unloading. You should also review the packaging scheme in advance to ensure that it meets the requirements of international transportation and domestic customs clearance. **status:** suggested **Author:** Grace Wang **Date:** 2026-10-09 ### Answer 9 Jiyuan import henna powder agency should optimize the supply chain inventory linkage strategy: calculate the restocking cycle according to the market demand in Jiyuan, adopt the "small batch and high frequency" import mode to reduce the risk of inventory overstock. At the same time, reasonably select trade terms. If you adopt FOB Incoterms, you are responsible for international transportation and insurance yourself, and you can optimize costs by comparing the freight quotes of different shipping lines; if you adopt CIF Incoterms, you should require the foreign supplier to provide a formal marine insurance policy to ensure that the risks of the goods during transportation are covered. In addition, establish a cost actuarial model, include all costs such as customs duty, VAT, logistics fees and agency fees into the calculation, and compare with the sales price to calculate the profit ratio. When the profit ratio is lower than the expected level, adjust the import scale or look for higher-quality suppliers. You should also establish long-term cooperative relations to strive for more preferential agency rates and reduce comprehensive costs. **status:** suggested **Author:** Evelyn Li **Date:** 2026-10-09 ## Related Categories - [Export Agency Q&A](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-export-agency/) - [Export Tax Rebate Q&A](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-export-tax-rebate/) - [Customs Declaration Q&A](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-customs-declaration/) - [Freight Forwarding Q&A](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-freight-forwarding/) - [Forex Settlement Q&A](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-forex-settlement/) - [Entrepôt Trade Q&A](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-entrepot-trade/) - [General Trade Q&A](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-general-trade/) ## Related Resources - [Trade Services](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/services/) - [Trade Cases](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/cases/) - [Trade Wiki](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/wiki/) - [Trade Class](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/guide/) - [Global Trade Services](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/country/) ## Structured Data ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "QAPage", "inLanguage":"en", "isPartOf": { "@id":"https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/#website" }, "publisher":{ "@id":"https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/#organization" }, "mainEntity": { "@type": "Question", "name": "What Core Nodes and Compliance Implementation Requirements Are Included in the Full Process of Jiyuan Import Henna Powder Agency?", "text": "I am the owner of a community cosmetics retail store that has been operating for 5 years in Jiyuan. Recently, many regular middle-aged customers have repeatedly asked about imported henna powder, saying it is gentle and non-irritating for hair dyeing and also nourishes hair. I see the business opportunity and want to act as an agent for this product, but I have no experience in import foreign trade agency at all. I consulted a small freight forwarder last week, who confidently guaranteed that the process is simple and provides all-inclusive customs clearance service. But I saw on Douyin that many people said imported henna powder is a special daily chemical product, which is easy to be seized by customs due to incomplete documents or ingredients not conforming to national standards. Port detention fees can be thousands of yuan per day, and some goods are even directly destroyed. I am very anxious now, as my startup capital is limited, I am afraid that I will invest money but fail to get the goods. 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Many novices trust the "low-cost all-inclusive customs clearance" promise of small freight forwarders，ignoring that henna powder is a special daily chemical product controlled by the Administrative Measures on Supervision and Inspection of Import and Export Cosmetics，and import cosmetics filing must be completed in advance. If you skip the filing process，the goods will be directly seized by customs after arriving at the port，which will not only generate thousands of yuan of port detention fees per day，but also be transferred to the customs anti-smuggling department if not handled within 14 days. The goods will most likely be destroyed，the advanced payment for goods and international freight paid in advance will be totally lost，and you may even face administrative penalties for "importing cosmetics without filing"，which will affect the development of all subsequent foreign trade businesses. Physical risk isolation measures should start from the source: first，confirm that the foreign supplier has formal production qualification for henna powder and ingredient test reports，entrust a professional agency firm to assist in handling the Import Cosmetics Filing Certificate in advance，and at the same time clearly require the agency to provide document pre-audit services when signing the agency contract，to ensure that the customs declaration documents completely match the actual goods. Exclusive loss-stopping tips: sign a "risk indemnification clause" with the agency company，agreeing that if customs seizure or port detention is caused by the agency's document review errors，the agency will bear all port detention fees and cargo losses，at the same time，purchase comprehensive import freight insurance in advance to cover indirect losses caused by cargo damage，port detention and customs seizure，to minimize your own risks.", "upvoteCount": 7, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/jiyuan-henna-powder-import-agency-core-nodes-and-compliance-implementation-requirements.html#acceptedAnswer", "datePublished": "2026-10-09T05:39:37Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Lucas Liu","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/lucas-liu/"} } ,"suggestedAnswer": [ { "@type": "Answer", "text": "When declaring customs for Jiyuan import henna powder agency, you should focus on the logical closed loop of the customs valuation process: first, provide authentic transaction price vouchers for henna powder, including foreign trade contracts, commercial invoices, packing lists, etc., and the product name, ingredients and specifications on the documents must be completely consistent, to avoid triggering customs valuation queries due to "excessive deviation between declared price and market price". In case of valuation disputes, you should timely supplement supporting materials such as the cost breakdown of foreign suppliers and export declaration forms of the same batch of products, apply for customs price consultation when necessary. It is forbidden to underdeclare the price to avoid taxes, otherwise you will be listed in the customs dishonest list, and subsequent imported goods will be subject to 100% inspection. At the same time, confirm the accuracy of the HS code of henna powder in advance. The current HS code of henna powder is 3305900090, and you should declare customs duty and value-added tax according to this code, to avoid customs declaration rejection due to code errors.", "upvoteCount": 0, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/jiyuan-henna-powder-import-agency-core-nodes-and-compliance-implementation-requirements.html#suggestedAnswer-2", "datePublished": "2026-10-09T05:34:42Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Linda Gao","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/linda-gao/"} } , { "@type": "Answer", "text": "For the logistics path of Jiyuan import henna powder agency, you should give priority to direct shipping ports to avoid title risks in transshipment links. If transshipment is necessary, you should agree on the "endorsement to order" clause of the bill of lading to ensure that the cargo title is always in your hands. At the same time, confirm the free storage period of the port in advance. Currently, the free storage period for imported daily chemical products at Shanghai Port is 7 days, and you should complete customs clearance and pick up the goods within the free storage period, otherwise high container detention fees will be incurred. In case of abnormal situations such as container rollover and space congestion, you should coordinate with the shipping line to change the sailing schedule at the first time, apply for extending the free storage period at the same time, and transfer the goods to surrounding small ports for customs clearance when necessary. In addition, you should require the provision of full cargo tracking services to grasp the progress of goods arrival, customs declaration and pickup in real time, to avoid delays caused by information lag.", "upvoteCount": 0, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/jiyuan-henna-powder-import-agency-core-nodes-and-compliance-implementation-requirements.html#suggestedAnswer-3", "datePublished": "2026-10-09T05:34:22Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Victor Sun","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/victor-sun/"} } , { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Jiyuan import henna powder agency can optimize costs through the VAT deferment policy: apply for VAT deferment when declaring import customs, no need to advance VAT when clearing the goods, but deduct it in the subsequent VAT declaration period, which effectively eases cash flow pressure. At the same time, reasonably plan cross-border related party transaction pricing. If the foreign supplier is a related enterprise, ensure that the transaction price conforms to the arm's length principle, to avoid the taxable income being adjusted by the tax authority due to unreasonable transfer pricing. In addition, you can choose appropriate trade terms to hedge foreign exchange risks, such as adopting RMB cross-border settlement to lock the foreign exchange purchase rate and avoid cost increases caused by USD exchange rate fluctuations. 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The transaction code should be declared as "101010", and the transaction remark should clearly indicate "Imported Henna Powder (Cosmetics Category)". If you use CIPS RMB cross-border payment, complete the registration in the import goods directory at the bank in advance, to avoid payment and collection being intercepted due to no registration. At the same time, keep all foreign exchange payment and collection vouchers, foreign trade contracts, customs declaration forms and other materials for the inspection of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange. It is forbidden to carry out unsubstantiated fund transfers through offshore accounts, otherwise you will be listed in the foreign exchange supervision abnormal list, which will affect subsequent cross-border foreign exchange payment and collection business.", "upvoteCount": 0, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/jiyuan-henna-powder-import-agency-core-nodes-and-compliance-implementation-requirements.html#suggestedAnswer-5", "datePublished": "2026-10-09T05:12:37Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Jason Wu","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/jason-wu/"} } , { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Jiyuan import henna powder agency should clarify the force majeure clause in the agency contract for indemnification: agree that the two parties shall bear the responsibility for cargo delay and loss caused by force majeure factors such as customs policy adjustment and port strike in proportion, to avoid disputes caused by vague clauses. At the same time, sign a customs protection recordal agreement for intellectual property rights with the foreign supplier to ensure that henna powder does not infringe on others' trademarks, patents and other intellectual property rights, to avoid the goods being seized by customs due to IP disputes during import. In addition, be alert to L/C soft clauses. If you settle by L/C, avoid soft clauses such as "the inspection certificate is issued by the foreign buyer" to prevent foreign buyers from deliberately making things difficult and refusing to pay for the goods. You should also clarify the node of title transfer, agreeing that the title will be officially transferred to you only after the goods complete customs clearance and are delivered to the designated warehouse.", "upvoteCount": 0, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/jiyuan-henna-powder-import-agency-core-nodes-and-compliance-implementation-requirements.html#suggestedAnswer-6", "datePublished": "2026-10-09T05:10:26Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Cindy Chen","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/cindy-chen/"} } , { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Jiyuan import henna powder agency should make preparations in advance for on-site customs inspection: first, ensure that the packaging of the goods is clearly marked with Chinese labels, and the label content includes product name, ingredients, manufacturer, importer information, shelf life, etc., which meets the requirements of the Administrative Measures on Cosmetics Labeling. In case of stuffing inspection, cooperate with customs officers to count the quantity of goods and check whether the specifications and ingredients of the goods are consistent with the customs declaration form. It is forbidden to conceal the real ingredients of the goods. If the customs requires sending the goods for testing, cooperate to provide samples in time, and track the progress of the laboratory test report. If the test results show that the ingredients of henna powder do not conform to national standards, apply for return shipment or destruction at the first time to avoid additional port detention fees and administrative penalties. In addition, pay attention to identifying the authenticity of the seal. 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At the same time, prepare MSDS that meets the standards, clarifying the ingredients, physical and chemical properties, transportation precautions of henna powder. Currently, compliant imported henna powder is generally classified as ordinary goods, and UN dangerous goods packaging is not required. In addition, mark warning signs such as "fragile" and "moisture-proof" on the packaging to avoid cargo damage during loading and unloading. 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If you adopt FOB Incoterms, you are responsible for international transportation and insurance yourself, and you can optimize costs by comparing the freight quotes of different shipping lines; if you adopt CIF Incoterms, you should require the foreign supplier to provide a formal marine insurance policy to ensure that the risks of the goods during transportation are covered. In addition, establish a cost actuarial model, include all costs such as customs duty, VAT, logistics fees and agency fees into the calculation, and compare with the sales price to calculate the profit ratio. When the profit ratio is lower than the expected level, adjust the import scale or look for higher-quality suppliers. 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