Chinese companies ready to aid Polish importers last the geopolitical storm

Even in the face of the worsening trade war between the US and China, Chinese producers and logistics companies find ways to support abroad partners. Thanks to creative solutions and flexibility, Polish importers can proceed to benefit from attractive prices and uninterrupted supplies – regardless of tensions on the global stage.

Pragmatism in Action: How China Skips Customs Barriers

Sole Article Nikkei Asia of 11 April 2025 shows that the Chinese logistics sector has become a actual master in uncovering gaps in trade restrictions. In consequence to the advanced duties imposed by the Donald Trump administration (now reaching 145%~245%), thousands of logistics companies offer services of kind ‘double customs clearance with taxation included’which let exporters to minimise costs.

• Underselling of goods – As the anonymous manager of the lighting company from Shenzhen who sells products on Amazon admits, “This is the mystery of our industry”. His company sells lamps and Christmas lights, which are most likely declared in customs papers as much cheaper than their actual value.
• Double invoices – any costs are passed on to non-duty services, specified as marketing, which avoids advanced charges.
• Change of country of origin – any exporters usage brokers in 3rd countries specified as Vietnam or Cambodia to avoid American duties.

Chinese logistics to save: low costs despite sanctions

Despite the surge in customs duties, shipping costs for many Chinese exporters increased only slightly. For example, the lighting company paid earlier 10 yuan per kilogram for transport to the USA, and after the imposition of fresh duties, the price only increased by 1-2 yuan (c. 14-27 cents). By comparison, sea freight rates in the global marketplace scope $2-4 a kilo (pallet option).

‘The sale was practically not affected’ – admits manager from Shenzhen.

What does this mean for Polish importers?

Although the article focuses on US-China relations, akin mechanisms can be utilized in trade with Europe. Chinese logistics companies with a immense network of contacts and experience in cost optimization are besides ready to aid Polish entrepreneurs:

• Minimisation of customs duties by appropriate declaration of the value of the goods.
• Faster and cheaper transport through the usage of "double severance".
• Avoidance of sanctions risks through flexible changes in transportation routes.

Cooperation in spite of a geopolitical storm

Chinese exporters and logistics companies prove that business pragmatism and determination to find solutions are stronger than political barriers. For Polish importers it is simply a signal that even in hard times they can number on the support of Chinese partners – provided that they choice proven suppliers and trusted logistics channels.

Sources: Nikkei Asia (11.04.2025), Analysis of ANZ, national Reserve Bank of fresh York.

Leszek B. Glass

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