In recent years, my country's mobile electronic products have shined in the international market. From smartphones to tablets, from smart wearable devices to mobile power banks, more and more consumers are obsessed with "Made in China". Europe is one of the important export markets for my country's mobile electronic products, and my country's exports to it are generally on the rise. Taking smartphones as an example, brands such as Huawei, Xiaomi, OPPO, and vivo occupy a certain share in the European market, and their market share is still expanding. At the same time, the types of exported mobile electronic products are rich and varied, covering smartphones, tablets, mobile power banks, wireless headphones, smart watches, etc. Next, I will give you a super detailed list of my country's mobile electronic products.Export to EuropeStrategy to make your journey to the sea smooth and unimpeded!
I. Specific export process
Pre-trading preparation
- Market research: Understand the European market demand for mobile electronic products, consumer preferences, market competition, and local regulations and policies, so as to determine the target market and product positioning.
- Product development and quality control: We develop and design products according to European market demands and regulatory standards to ensure that they meet relevant safety, environmental protection and performance requirements. At the same time, we establish a strict quality control system to control the procurement of raw materials, production process, finished product inspection and other links to ensure stable product quality.
- Certification preparation: Understand and prepare for the required regulatory certifications, such as CE certification, RoHS certification, WEEE certification, etc., to ensure that the product can smoothly enter the European market.
Transaction negotiation and contract signing
- Find customers: Find potential European customers by participating in international electronics exhibitions, using cross-border e-commerce platforms, and cooperating with local European distributors or agents.
- Transaction negotiation: Conduct detailed consultation and negotiation with customers on product specifications, quantity, price, delivery date, payment method, packaging, transportation and other terms to reach an agreement.
- Signing a contract: Based on the content agreed upon by both parties, a formal export contract is signed to clarify the rights and obligations of both parties. The terms of the contract should comply with international trade practices and relevant laws and regulations.
Production and stocking
- Production arrangement: Organize production according to contract requirements, arrange production plans reasonably, and ensure that order tasks are completed on time. During the production process, strictly implement quality control standards, conduct sampling and quality inspection on products, and ensure that product quality meets export requirements.
- Packaging preparation: Design and produce packaging for products according to European packaging labeling requirements. The packaging should have sufficient strength and protective properties to protect the product from damage during transportation. At the same time, clearly mark the relevant information on the packaging.
- Stocking and warehousing: After production is completed, the products are stored in the warehouse for stocking. During the stocking process, the products must be counted, checked and inspected to ensure that the quantity, quality and packaging of the goods meet the contract requirements. At the same time, warehouse management must be done well to ensure the safety of the goods and the appropriate storage environment.
Export customs clearance and transportation
- Booking: Book space in advance with shipping companies, airlines or freight forwarding companies based on the delivery date and mode of transportation. When booking, you need to provide detailed information about the goods, such as the name, quantity, weight, volume, packaging form, etc., so that the shipping company or freight forwarding company can arrange the appropriate means of transportation and space.
- Customs declaration: Before the goods are exported, they need to go through customs declaration procedures. When declaring, you should fill in the customs declaration form and provide relevant documents, such as contracts, invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, quality inspection certificates, etc. The customs will inspect and review the goods and release them after confirming that they are correct.
- Cargo transportation: After the goods are released by customs, they will be shipped to Europe according to the booked transportation method, ship schedule and flight schedule. During the transportation process, it is necessary to track the transportation status of the goods in a timely manner to ensure that the goods arrive at the destination safely and on time. If you choose to transport by sea, you also need to arrange insurance for the goods to reduce transportation risks.
Customs clearance at destination port
After the goods arrive at the European port of destination, the importer or its agent is responsible for the customs clearance procedures. For customs clearance, you need to provide relevant documents and certificates such as bill of lading, packing list, invoice, certificate of origin, quality inspection certificate, CE certification, etc. The customs will inspect and review the goods and release them after confirming that they comply with EU regulations and standards.
Delivery of goods
After the goods are cleared, they will be delivered to European customers in accordance with the contract. When delivering the goods, we will check and accept the goods with the customers to ensure that the quantity and quality of the goods are consistent with the contract. At the same time, we will provide customers with after-sales service and technical support to promptly solve problems encountered by customers during use.
II. Regulatory Certification
THISCertification
This is the basic requirement for mobile electronic products to enter the EU market, covering the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC). For products with wireless functions, they must also comply with the Radio Equipment Directive (RED). The certification process includes determining applicable standards, entrusting certification bodies, preparing materials, testing and evaluation, document review, and issuing certificates.
RoHSCertification
Limit the use of harmful substances such as lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, etc. in electronic and electrical equipment, and ensure that the content of harmful substances in the products meets the prescribed standards.
WEEECertification
It involves the recycling, treatment, reuse and disposal of waste electronic and electrical equipment, requiring producers to be responsible for the treatment of their products after they are discarded.
Battery Directive
If a mobile electronic product contains a battery, it must comply with the EU Battery Directive, which has strict regulations on the restricted substances, labeling, safety performance, etc. of the battery. For example, battery products must meet the restriction requirements for relevant restricted substances and meet the relevant labeling requirements.
III. Packaging labeling requirements
Product Information
The product name, model, specifications, functions, usage methods, precautions, etc. must be clearly marked so that consumers can use it correctly and understand the product characteristics.
Manufacturer Information
The manufacturer’s name, address, contact information, etc. must be indicated so that consumers can contact the manufacturer in a timely manner when there is a problem with the product.
Information of the person in charge of OUDA
According to relevant EU regulations, products sold in Europe need to designate an authorized representative within the EU, whose name and contact information should be marked on the product or packaging.
THISLogo
Products that pass CE certification must display the CE marking prominently on the product or its packaging to indicate compliance with the EU's safety, health, and environmental requirements.
Safety warnings
For mobile electronic products that may pose safety risks, such as products containing lithium batteries, corresponding safety warnings need to be marked, such as "Caution: Contains lithium battery, do not throw into fire".
Environmental protection label
If the product complies with relevant environmental standards, it can be marked with the corresponding environmental logo, such as the RoHS logo, to enhance the product's environmental image.
The above is the guide for exporting Chinese mobile electronic products to Europe! The road to "going overseas" is long, and I hope your products can make a name for themselves in Europe as soon as possible. If you have any other questions or need more support, please call us, we will provide you with high-quality, professional, efficient and thoughtful services!