Detailed instructions for exporting durian to Japan AZ

Durian is one of Vietnam's key agricultural products and is highly appreciated by many countries around the world for its quality and nutritional value. Japan is one of Vietnam's largest durian consuming markets, and many businesses have sought to export durian to Japan to exploit the potential of this market.

According to Mr. Ta Duc Minh - Vietnam Commercial Counselor in Japan, the number of fresh durian imported from Vietnam in the first 2 months of 2023 has surpassed Thailand. Vietnamese durian is exported to Japan with two products: fresh and frozen durian. In particular, fresh frozen durian products from Vietnam dominate and are imported by many businesses to sell all year round, not depending on the season.
 
The price of imported Vietnamese fresh durian nearly doubled over the same period last year, due to the influence of the Chinese market opening its border. Compared to fresh durian, frozen durian has a "softer" price, about 14 - 15 USD/kg.

This article will provide information about HS codes and export tax, durian export process, notes when exporting fresh and frozen durian to Japan.

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1. HS code and export tax

Durian has HS code under Chapter 8: Edible fruits and nuts; peel of citrus fruits or melons. Durian HS code is 08106000. Currently, durian export tax to Japan is 0%.

2. Process of exporting durian to Japan

To export durian to Japan, a Vietnamese business needs to follow the following steps:

  1. Identify import partners in Japan and negotiate and sign sales contracts:
    • Businesses need to find and establish relationships with import partners in Japan. This can be done through searching on e-commerce platforms such as Alibaba.com, using existing relationships, or through participating in exhibitions and trade fairs,...
    • When negotiating with Japanese import partners, Vietnamese businesses pay attention to negotiating on basic issues such as: price, quantity, required product quality, delivery, payment, packaging issues. Packages, packaging, etc. Special note that Vietnamese businesses should propose safe payment methods with new partners collaborating for the first time as well as ensure that their durians meet export standards to foreign countries. Japan.
  2. Prepare documents: Enterprises need to prepare documents to export durian to Japan, including commercial invoices, packing slips, bills of lading, phytosanitary certificates, fumigation certificates, export certificates. Origin (if any) and other relevant documents.
  3. Check and package products: Businesses need to check and package products properly and ensure the products meet Japanese quality and food safety requirements. Durian is usually packed into refrigerated containers (20 feet or 40 feet), and it is necessary to pay attention to the temperature of the container, humidity, and ventilation according to the requirements of each customer and each order.
  4. Carry out export customs procedures: After fully preparing documents and products, businesses need to carry out export procedures, including customs clearance of goods at the export port, inspection and confirmation of product quality.
  5. Complete delivery, receive full payment, and take care of importer after-sales service.

For more detailed advice on procedures and specific steps to export durian, you just need to call Zalo/Phone: 0938 11 6869 or Hotline: 1900 25 25 89 / 0243 626 2288

3. Notes when exporting fresh and frozen durian to Japan

  • Meets Japanese quality and food safety and hygiene standards: Fresh and frozen durian products brought into Japan must ensure the quality, flavor and characteristic aroma of this fruit. Therefore, businesses need to choose the best quality fruits and control the production process to ensure that the products are not damaged or lost during transportation. To bring fresh and frozen durian products into the Japanese market, businesses need to have appropriate product certifications, such as VietGAP certification, GlobalGAP certification, plant and animal quarantine certification, etc. This recognition will help the business's products be recognized and increase the trust of Japanese customers.
  • Choose a reliable distribution and import partner
  • Consult the market, set reasonable product prices: Although Japan is a difficult market, if businesses can provide fresh and frozen durian products at competitive prices, there will be opportunities. successful in this market. To ensure competitive prices, businesses need to optimize production and transportation processes and effectively manage costs.
  • Build your brand
  • Learn about Japanese business culture

Exporting durian to Japan is a great opportunity for Vietnamese agricultural businesses. In this article, we have provided you with the necessary information about HS codes and export taxes, export processes, and notes when exporting fresh and frozen durian to Japan.

If you are a business interested in exporting durian to Japan, please contact us immediately for the fastest and most detailed advice!

HBS Vietnam sincerely thanks you!

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