As a major economy in Southeast Asia,Thailand has a strong demand for stainless steel products.However,please note,especially for food-contact stainless steel products, the gateway to the Thai market is undergoing structural changes .Ignoring the latest regulatory updates could lead to severe consequences where your goods cannot be cleared at Thai ports.

As your agent,our core responsibility is to plan and execute a fully compliant export process for you,ensuring that your goods are cleared smoothly after meeting all trade procedures and regulatory requirements.Below,we will clearly outline the three core issues: tariffs,procedures,and documents.

What are the tariffs for exporting to Thailand?

The answer to this question is simple and depends on one key document:FORM E Certificate.

1.Enjoy the agreed tariff rate (usually 0%):

• MethodofAchievement:WithChina-ASEANFreeTradeAreaPreferential(FORME).
• ProfessionalValue:Oneofourcoreservicesistoreviewandensurethatthefullsetofdocuments(invoice,billoflading,packinglist,etc.)hasconsistentinformation,therebysuccessfullyobtainingthisfullycompliantFORMEcertificatethatisacceptabletoThaicustoms.Thiswilldirectlysecureforyoua0%importtariff,whichiskeytocostcontrol.

2.Levied at the normal Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) rate (ranging from 1% to 10%):

• TheRisk:WithoutaFORMEcertificate,orifthecertificateisflawed,yourgoodswillbetaxedatthenormalrate,significantlyweakeningyourproduct’scompetitiveness.

[VAT Reminder]

Regardless of the tariff amount,Thai customs will levy a 7% Value Added Tax (VAT).

Expert Summary: On tariffs,we help you lock in 0% the optimal result.But more importantly,we must ensure your product has the "entry ticket" to the Thai market.

What procedures and documents are required?— Special attention to mandatory requirements under the new regulations

We divide the required documents into two categories.Please pay close attention to the major changes regarding food-contact products in the second category.

A.Basic procedures and documents applicable to all stainless steel products:

• TheFour-PieceCommercialDocumentSet:CommercialInvoice,PackingList,BillofLading/Waybill,TradeContract.
• TariffPreferenceDocument:FORMECertificate.

As your agent,we will guide you through the entire process of preparing these documents and professionally review all documents to ensure their accuracy.

B.[IMPORTANT REMINDER!] Mandatory compliance obligations for food-contact stainless steel products:

According to the new regulations soon to be enforced by the Thai Industrial Standards Institute (TISI) ,if your product falls within its jurisdiction, you (or your Thai importer) must independently complete and bear the following compliance responsibilities:

1.Self-screen product scope:

• Youneedtoconfirmforyourselfwhetheryourproductisonthemandatorylistof13categoriesoutlinedintheregulation(e.g.bowls,chopsticks,pots,spoons,etc.).

2.Ensure source compliance and obtain test reports (Customer’s responsibility):

• [Whatyouneedtodo]:EnsuretherawmaterialsyouusecomplywithTIS1378standardsandthatyoucanobtainaMillCertificatefromyoursupplier..
• [Whatyouneedtodo]::YoumustindependentlycontactaTISI-accreditedlaboratoryinThailand,sendyourproductfortesting,andobtainacomplianttestreport.thatmeetstheheavymetalmigrationlimits.Thisisanindependentcertificationprocessthatwedonotprovide,butwestronglyremindyouthatitisanindispensableprerequisite.
• [RiskWarning]:WithoutthiscompliantreportissuedbyaTISI-accreditedlaboratory,yourgoodswill100%beunabletoclearcustomsuponarrivalinThailand.

3.Correctly label the product:

• [Whatyouneedtodo]:Accordingtoregulatoryrequirements,clearlylabelthename,material(e.g."StainlessSteel304"),productioninformation,etc.ontheproductorpackaging.

Our Role and Value: Your Professional Trade Compliance and Execution Partner

Facing TIS 3206 Regarding this major change,our position is very clear:

• Actingasyour"RegulatoryRadar"and"ComplianceAdvisor":

We will use our professional knowledge to remind and inform you of the latest regulatory dynamics,clearly pointing out which mandatory certifications and testing requirements your product needs to meet.We will tell you "what needs to be done," but "how to specifically get certified" needs to be completed by you.

After you have confirmed that all necessary certifications and test reports have been obtained ,we will take over all subsequent trade processes.We will integrate your compliant report with other commercial documents,FORM E,etc.to build a complete and flawless customs clearance documentation system,and execute the subsequent booking,customs declaration,transportation,and clearance work for you.

Before you ship,we will require you to present relevant compliance proof (such as test reports).This is not only to protect your goods’ safety but also a responsibility to both parties.We will never rashly arrange shipment if the client cannot provide the necessary entry documents,thus helping you avoid the huge risk of having your goods returned or destroyed.

In summary,our cooperation model is:

• Youareresponsiblefortheproduct’s"birthcertificate"(i.e.mandatorycertificationsandtestslikeTIS3206).
• Weareresponsiblefortheproduct’s"entryandexit"(i.e.completingallinternationaltradeprocessesbasedonthepremisethatyouarealreadycompliant).

Take action now! Please be sure to immediately start understanding and handling the relevant TIS certification and testing matters.

Once you have all your compliance documents ready,contact us anytime! We will provide you with the most efficient and professional execution services to ensure your compliant products smoothly reach your Thai customers.