Export of solid waste sorting systems to the Marseille-Fos Port: Professional solutions and market opportunities

1. Introduction

The solid waste sorting system is a core piece of equipment for modern environmental protection processing. It combines components such as conveyor belts, magnetic separators, and air separators to achieve efficient waste sorting and resource utilization. As France's largest port and a gateway to the Mediterranean Sea,Marseille-Fos PortIt is an important hub for environmental protection equipment to enter the Southern European market, especially suitable for renewable energy equipment and wastewater treatment systems.Import and exportTrade. In terms of customs classification, solid waste sorting systems are usually classified as847989The tariff code is classified as "Other unlisted machines and mechanical appliances", which involves the determination of complex technical parameters.

Environmental Protection?Equipment Export?During the process, enterprises often face multiple challenges such as complex customs classification, strict certification requirements, and poor cash flow. As a professional international trade service provider,Zhong Shen International Trade Co., Ltd.We are committed to addressing these fundamental issues and providing enterprises with a full-process solution ranging from qualification support to fund processing.

2. Market Status and Trends

As an important hub for Europe's environmental protection industry, the port of Marseille-Fos continues to see growing demand for solid waste treatment equipment. France and Mediterranean coastal countries are actively promoting a circular economy, and solid waste sorting systems, as a key link in the waste management chain, offer vast market potential. However, companies entering this market need to pay attention to the following critical points:

1. Stringent environmental standards: The European Union is increasingly stringent in its technical standards and energy efficiency requirements for environmental protection equipment, and products must comply with relevant directives.
2. CE certification is mandatory: The solid waste sorting system must pass CE certification, which includes multiple assessments such as the Machinery Directive and electromagnetic compatibility.
3. Complexity of customs classification: The equipment may involve multiple tariff chapters, such as Chapters 84, 85, and 90, and incorrect classification may lead to delays in customs clearance.
4. Obstacles to capital flow: Many manufacturers lack the qualifications for import and export, and are unable to directly receive foreign currencies or handle related transactions.Tax Rebates
5. Localization requirements: Technical documents, operation manuals, etc. need to be provided in French, in line with the local market practices.

3. Main Process/Steps

The key steps to be followed when exporting solid waste sorting systems to the Marseille-Fos Port are as follows:

1. Supplier Qualification Review and Product Confirmation
   • Verify the supplier's production qualifications, ISO certification, and relevant industry licenses.
   • Confirm the alignment of product technical parameters with EU standards
   • Develop a quality control (QC) plan, specifying the inspection checkpoints and standards
2. Certification and Compliance Preparation
   • CE certification application, including the assessment of the Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC)
   • Preparation of technical documents, including design drawings and risk assessment reports.
   • Drafting and signing a conformity declaration
3. Production and quality inspection
   • Production progress monitoring and key node inspection
   • The mid-term inspection ensures that the core components meet the specifications.
   • Comprehensive functional testing and appearance inspection before shipment
4. International LogisticsArrangement
   • Develop a plan for inland transportation to the shipping port
   • Export ClearanceDocument Preparation and Review
   • Maritime transportBooking and confirming the shipping schedule, selecting the most optimal route
5. Customs Declaration and Tax Handling
   • China's export declaration ensures that the classification of 847989 is accurate.
   • Full-process handling of export tax rebatesIncluding the collection and declaration of documents
   • FranceImport Customs ClearanceDocument preparation, includingOrigin CertificateCertificate
6. Marseille-Fos Port on-site handling
   • Port operation coordination, including unloading and storage arrangements
   • The final customs clearance and possible on-site inspections should be addressed
   • The logistics arrangements for the final delivery to the client's designated location

4. Cost Breakdown

5. Risks/Difficulties and Zhongshen International Trade’s Solutions

1. Customs Classification Risks

   Potential causes:The solid waste sorting system may involve products from Chapter 84 (machinery), Chapter 85 (electrical equipment), and even Chapter 90 (instruments). Classifying these products incorrectly may result in customs clearance delays or fines.

   Zhongshen International Trade Solutions:The professional classification team confirms the HS code in advance, prepares comprehensive technical documents, and communicates with the customs in advance about the classification opinion to ensure a successful first-time approval.

2. Certification Compliance Risk

   Potential causes:The goods were detained or returned due to their failure to meet the EU environmental protection standards and CE certification requirements.

   Zhongshen International Trade Solutions:Early-stage certification consulting, providing full guidance throughout the certification process, leveraging multilingual capabilities to effectively communicate with certification agencies, and ensuring that the product meets all requirements.

3. Payment and Fund Flow Risk

   Potential causes:The client does not have import and export rights, so they cannot directly receive US dollars or handle export tax rebates, resulting in financial losses.

   Zhongshen International Trade Solutions:As an agent, you can use our qualifications to collect US dollars from overseas buyers, professionally handle export tax rebates, and return the full amount of the tax rebate to clients.Solving the fundamental funding problem.

4. Logistics delay risks

   Potential causes:The improper transportation arrangements and delays in port operations have led to an extension of the delivery period.

   Zhongshen International Trade Solutions:Professional logistics coordination, real-time tracking system, advance planning of port operations, and a diversified supplier portfolio to reduce the risk of single-point dependency.

6. Suitable Business Types

The export services of Zhong Shen International Trade's solid waste sorting system are particularly suitable for the following enterprises:

• An enterprise that manufactures solid waste sorting systems but lacks export experience
• There are trade companies that have market resources for environmental protection equipment but lack import and export qualifications
• Brands that hope to focus on product R&D and sales and outsource the import and export processes
• Environmental-equipment companies entering the European market for the first time
• I need to enter the country temporarilyExport Agent ServicesThe company providing the service

7. Conclusion

With the continuous expansion of the European environmental protection market, the strategic position of Marseille-Fos Port as the gateway to the Mediterranean is becoming increasingly prominent, providing huge opportunities for exporters of solid waste sorting systems. However, successfully entering this market not only requires solving logistics and customs declaration issues, but also addressing other challenges.Trading QualificationAndCross-border capital flowsThis is a fundamental challenge.

Zhong Shen International Trade not only provides one-stop logistics, customs declaration, warehousing, and other process execution services, but more importantly, we solve fundamental problems such as clients' inability to directly receive foreign currencies, handle export tax rebates, or make USD payments overseas. Through our professional services, clients can focus on product R&D and market development, leaving the complex international trade processes to us to handle.

Contact us immediately to obtain a free preliminary consultation and quotation for your solid waste sorting system export business. Let Zhong Shen International Trade become your reliable partner in expanding your international market!