Will an electric shaver be confiscated by customs if I send it to Indonesia? Based on the information in Indonesia Ocean Freight Quote, an electric shaver is unlikely to be confiscated by Indonesian customs if shipped using Guangdong Smart Logistics’ service, provided it’s not on the prohibited items list and all regulations are followed. Here’s why:
- Not on the Prohibited List: The note explicitly lists prohibited items: “Automobiles (whole set), automobile batteries (containing liquid, sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid, etc.), tobacco and alcohol, fireworks and firecrackers, explosive and flammable products, lighters, gold and silver jewelry, and all goods prohibited from export by international regulations.” An electric shaver is not included in this list.
- “General Goods” Classification: The note states, “Except the above goods, other goods are general goods.” An electric shaver would almost certainly fall under the “General cargo” category, or possibly “soft lartas” if it has specific features.
- “Double Clearance” Service: The service offered is “Direct route double clearance tax quotation.” This means Guangdong Smart Logistics handles both export customs clearance in China and import customs clearance in Indonesia. The quoted price includes duties and taxes. This significantly reduces the risk of customs issues, as the logistics provider is responsible for ensuring compliance.
- Proper Documentation: The note emphasizes the importance of providing a detailed Packing List and Commercial Invoice. As long as these documents are accurate and complete, and the shaver is declared correctly, there should be no issues.
However, potential issues (though unlikely to lead to confiscation):
- Battery: If the electric shaver has a built-in lithium battery (which is common), it might be subject to additional scrutiny, although it’s not explicitly prohibited. It’s crucial to declare the battery on the packing list and commercial invoice. It’s best to confirm with Guangdong Smart Logistics about any specific battery-related regulations.
- Misdeclaration: If the shaver is misdeclared (e.g., declared as something else to avoid potential scrutiny) or the value is significantly understated, then it could be subject to inspection and potential delays or even confiscation. This is a general customs rule, not specific to shavers.
- SNI Requirements (Unlikely): The “hard lartas” category mentions “Indonesian Customs SNI cargo.” SNI stands for Standar Nasional Indonesia, which is a set of Indonesian national standards. While unlikely for a simple electric shaver, it’s theoretically possible that certain types of electrical appliances might require SNI certification. This is more common for larger appliances or those with specific safety implications. It’s best to confirm with Guangdong Smart Logistics if SNI certification is needed.
In conclusion, confiscation is unlikely if you use the service described in the note, declare the electric shaver correctly, provide accurate documentation, and confirm any battery-related regulations with the logistics provider. The “double clearance” service significantly reduces the risk of customs problems.