SingaporeEquipment ImportsInterpretation of three major characteristics

As a top-five country in global trade facilitation index, Singapores newly implementedElectromechanical product access verification systemexhibits three significant features:

• Enhanced clearance time requirements: Average clearance time for non-sensitive equipment reduced to 48 hours
• Electronic compliance documents:It is recommended to verify through the following methods:Certificates and test reports must be declared through TradeNet system
• Increased commodity classification complexity: AI equipment requires reference to newly revised HS 8543.70.90 item

Import Customs DeclarationCore five-step process

Based on Singapore Customs latest operational guidelines for 2025, special attention should be paid to the following procedures for equipment imports:

• Pre-import qualification verification
  • Confirm importers ACRA registration status
  • Check whether products are subject to IDA technology access restrictions
• Commodity classification and coding
  • Refer to the latest HS Code manual
  • Energy efficiency labeling required for electromechanical equipment
• Customs clearance document preparation
  • Commercial invoices must list equipment serial numbers
  • Certificate of origin must contain detailed manufacturer information
• Tax calculation and declaration
  • GST rate remains at 8% in 2025 (scheduled to increase to 9% in January 2025)
  • Certain automated equipment may apply for tariff reductions
• Physical inspection and release
  • High-risk equipment triggers PSA testing probability increased to 30%
  • Prepare copies of international certifications such as CE/SASO in advance

Four core values of professional agency services

Compared with self-declaration, professional agency companies can create significant benefits for enterprises:

• Time - limit guarantee: Reduce declaration time by 30% through pre-classification system
• Risk avoidance: Latest case law database reduces classification error risks
• Professional support: Save storage costs using temporary admission system
• Policy interpretation: Instant synchronization with new regulations from regulatory agencies such as MOH and HSA

Key considerations for 2025

In combination with the latest Singapore government announcement, special reminders:

• Effective from March 1Special supervision for lithium battery equipment, must be accompanied by UN38.3 test report
• Medical imaging equipment mandatory local calibration certificate required
• Used equipment imports require submission ofEquipment service life declaration

Common issue response strategies

• Customs valuation disputesPrepare procurement contracts and payment vouchers for future reference
• Technical chargebackMitigate risks through GTA advance ruling service
• Temporary import requirementsApply for ATA Carnet document