We support multinationals, cross-border platforms, and Chinese companies in navigating import/export compliance under China’s customs and trade regulatory framework. Applying a multidisciplinary legal approach that spans customs, administrative, criminal, and international trade law, we help clients build effective compliance systems and respond to regulatory challenges. Our goal is to mitigate enforcement risks, avoid operational disruption, and enhance both legal certainty and business efficiency in cross-border trade. While our services are centered on China-related customs matters, we also assist Chinese enterprises in addressing foreign customs issues when needed.
Compliance Planning and Structure Optimization
Building and Reviewing Compliance Systems
We assist clients in developing and improving internal customs compliance controls, including documentation processes, HS code classification, origin declarations, valuation methodologies, and filing procedures.
Planning for Compliant Import/Export Structures
We provide strategic guidance on designing import/export and customs structures that support global supply chains while ensuring regulatory compliance and minimizing exposure.
Advising on Special Trade Arrangements
We advise on bonded processing, toll manufacturing, transshipment, and other regulated trade regimes to help clients navigate China’s customs supervision requirements and manage compliance risks.
Inspections, Disputes, and Enforcement Response
Handling Inspections and Audits
We assist in responding to customs inquiries, inspections, goods seizures, temporary holds, and post-clearance audits, aiming to resolve disputes efficiently and minimize business disruption.
Responding to Enforcement Actions and Litigation
We represent clients in administrative penalty proceedings, appeals, and investigations or prosecutions related to suspected smuggling or customs violations.
Resolving Valuation and Transfer Pricing Disputes
We represent clients in customs valuation matters, particularly those involving transfer pricing arrangements and complex transaction structures.
Regulatory Advice on Trade-Specific Regimes
Compliance Advice on Regulated Trade Regimes
We provide regulatory advice on processing trade, bonded warehousing, cross-border e-commerce, export VAT refunds, and the licensing and quota systems for imports and exports.
Monitoring and Interpreting Regulatory Changes
We deliver timely analysis of customs policy updates and assist clients in adapting business practices to new regulatory developments.
Intellectual Property and Risk Management
Registering Intellectual Property with Customs
We help clients record trademarks, patents, and copyrights with customs to enable proactive border protection against counterfeiting and infringement.
Applying for General Bonds and Implementing Risk Controls
We assist in applying for general customs bonds and setting up internal risk control mechanisms to improve enforcement efficiency and reduce administrative burdens.
Responding to Seizures and IP Enforcement Proceedings
We support clients in handling goods detentions and infringement investigations by preparing defense strategies, organizing evidence, and liaising with customs authorities.
Operational Support and Internal Governance
Managing Advance Rulings and Voluntary Disclosures
We handle advance ruling applications, voluntary disclosures of compliance issues, and communications with customs regarding policy interpretation and feedback.
Conducting Compliance Due Diligence and Internal Audits
We support clients in conducting pre-investment customs reviews, internal audits, and designing tailored compliance workflows to address operational needs.
Delivering Internal Compliance Training
We provide customized training programs to strengthen customs compliance awareness and capabilities across legal, logistics, and operational teams.
Foreign Customs Matters
We assist Chinese enterprises in navigating foreign customs procedures and enforcement actions, including communications with overseas customs authorities.
