China Waives E-commerce Export Returns from Import Duties, VAT

Goods returned from exports on E-commerce platforms will be exempted from import duties, import value-added tax and consumption tax, according to a statement posted by the Ministry of Finance.

• Effective between Jan.1 and Dec. 31, 2027
• The move is aimed at supporting the development of new cross-border e-commerce business

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