Introduction
When importing goods from China to Europe or North America, choosing the right agent can significantly impact your logistics efficiency and customs compliance. Two major players, PandabuyCNFANS, offer distinct approaches to shipping and clearance. This 2025 guide compares their services while analyzing the latest customs policies in the European Union and North America.
Logistics & Customs Service Comparison
1. Declared Value Strategy
Pandabuy: Uses a flexible declaration system that automatically adjusts values based on destination country risk profiles (low-profile for EU, higher adjustments for the US). Declares at 20%-30% of actual value.
CNFANS: Implements fixed percentage declaration (15%-25%) with manual customer override options. Provides real-time duty estimate tools.
2. Clearance Networks
Pandabuy: Primarily uses Dutch (EU) and LA (US) fast-clearance channels with bonded warehouse support to minimize inspections.
CNFANS: Leverages multiple entry points including Luxembourg (EU) and Chicago (US), with broader coverage but potentially slower processing.
3. For Canadians & Me (DET Scenario)
While both parties is fast shipment and unified declaration process volume-based, the latest regulatory development for toxic and hazardous chemical clearance requirements differ notably for Deutsche Post-related duties.
2024 Customs Policy Updates
European Union Changes
- New ICS2 Phase 3 implementation (June 2024) requires full HS code breakdown for all China-origin parcels under the postal channel items or CT 27M-Q9 manifests.
- All VAT pre-registrations now mandatory for the items to ≥3 different exemption-thresholds!
North America Updates
- The S2201 Section transition period dorp at shipment volumes comparison, with Canada Border partnership impeller rates included for Customs initiatives MAPP stations checks.