As the world's 25th largest economy and the sixth most populous country, Pakistan has experienced rapid economic growth in recent years. However, its industrial level is relatively low, which provides a broad market prospect for the export of metals and their products. In addition, as Pakistan's economic growth stabilizes and the construction of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor enters the full implementation stage, Pakistan's steel consumption has been on the rise in recent years. This provides abundant business opportunities for China's metal and its products exports to Pakistan. The following is the full process and relevant requirements for China's metal and its products exports to Pakistan:

I. The whole export process

1. Contract Signing

Sign a detailed sales contract with Pakistani importers to specify product specifications, quantity, price, delivery date, payment method and other terms to ensure that the rights and interests of both parties are protected.

2. Prepare the goods

Organize the production or purchase of metals and their products in accordance with the contract requirements, ensure that the quality and specifications of the goods comply with the contract agreement, and carry out appropriate packaging to prevent damage during transportation.

3. Apply for certificate of origin

If the product meets the relevant regulations, you can apply for the China-Pakistan Free Trade Agreement Certificate of Origin (FORM P) and enjoy tariff preferences. Enterprises with import and export rights can register with the Commodity Inspection Bureau, purchase and install the Commodity Inspection Bureau Jiucheng software, undergo operator training and examination for applying for the certificate of origin, and then enter the relevant information of the certificate of origin into the system; you can also find an agent to handle it and fill in the electronic version of the WORD China-Pakistan Certificate of Origin FTA format.

4. Customs Declaration and Inspection

• Customs declaration: prepare the documents required for export declaration, such as commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, etc., fill in the customs declaration form, and declare the export to the customs. After the customs verifies that there is no problem, they will go through the export formalities and release the goods.
• Inspection: Depending on the type of metal and its products and Pakistan's import requirements, statutory inspection and quarantine may be required. Enterprises need to report to the entry-exit inspection and quarantine agency, and the "Outbound Goods Clearance Certificate" will be issued after passing the inspection.

5. Arrange transportation

According to the quantity, weight, volume and transportation time of the goods, we choose the appropriate mode of transportation, such as sea transportation, air transportation, land transportation, etc., and arrange the transportation of the goods to the designated port or location in Pakistan.

6. Apply for insurance

According to trade terms and contractual agreements, cargo transportation insurance is arranged to reduce the risks of cargo during transportation.

7. Customs clearance and delivery

After the goods arrive in Pakistan, the importer needs to declare the import to the Pakistani customs with documents such as bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, etc., and go through customs clearance procedures. After the customs review is passed, the importer pays the tariffs and other taxes and fees, and can pick up the goods.

II. Relevant Regulations

1. General Administration of Customs Announcement and Free Trade Agreement

China and Pakistan have many General Administration of Customs announcements and free trade agreement regulations on trade. General Administration of Customs Announcement No. 34 of 2007 clearly stated that the Free Trade Agreement between the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan will be officially implemented from July 1, 2007. Goods under the China-Pakistan Free Trade Agreement that my country imports from Pakistan and exports to Pakistan will determine their origin in accordance with the rules of origin and visa operation procedures in the agreement, and will be subject to the prescribed tariff preferences.

2. Quality regulations

Pakistan has certain requirements on the quality of imported metals and their products. Exporting companies should ensure that their products meet Pakistan's relevant quality standards and technical specifications. For example, the product's chemical composition, physical properties, dimensional accuracy and other indicators should comply with regulations.

3. Packaging regulations

Packaging materials should meet environmental protection requirements and avoid using packaging materials that are harmful to the environment. At the same time, the packaging should be firm and safe to protect the product from damage during transportation and storage.

c) Certification requirements

1. PSICertification

The PSI certificate is a pre-shipment inspection. Since the inspector needs to use instruments to test several parameters on site, it usually needs to be done in the factory. The required materials for application include: IEC report, product specification, application form and sample (if the photovoltaic product does not have an IEC report, sample testing is required).

2. COCCertification

Product conformity certification can be applied for after obtaining the PSI certificate, together with the product test report and other relevant information, after verification.

PSICertification and COC certification should pay attention to:

• The certification fee varies depending on whether the product can provide an IEC report, the certification process and the fee. Please consult the relevant testing agency for details.
• The certification is valid for a one-time period and you need to apply for it before each shipment. After obtaining the certificate report, the shipment must be made within three months, otherwise the Karachi Customs will not recognize it.

IV. Packaging labeling requirements

1. Product Identification

Metal and its products should be marked with product name, model/specification, "MADE IN CHINA" and other information. If the product has a trademark or exporter's name, it should also be marked.

2. Instructions and warning signs

Instructions, warning signs and warning contents must be in Arabic or in both English and Arabic.

Conclusion

In view of Pakistan's economic development and huge market demand for metals and their products, China's metal and its products exports to Pakistan have good market development potential. When exporting, relevant companies need to understand relevant policies, regulations and certification standards from multiple sources and be familiar with the overall process in order to be able to target their efforts and help the development of export business. I hope the above content can be helpful to you in conducting foreign trade business. If you need further support, please contact the comprehensive agency service.Export agent！