Trouble Prevention

Guides and tips to prevent common issues and problems in importing goods, helping importers avoid mistakes and complications.

For Oversea Exporters to Japan

NACCS Practical Guide for Import Officers | Key Operation Points and Glossary for First-Time Users

A practical guide for first-time NACCS users in Japan, covering DI/CU handling, amended declarations, quota-controlled items, and a glossary of key customs terms like HS code, FOB, and CIF.
For Oversea Exporters to Japan

Complete Practical Guide to Importing Squid into Japan

A complete practical guide to importing squid into Japan. Learn HS classification (03 vs 1605), import quota rules, Catch Certificates, seafood legality compliance, and common customs risks for commercial food imports.
For Oversea Exporters to Japan

Precautions for Importing Food from the EU: Points Where Shipments Often Get Held and Decision Criteria

Learn key decision points when importing EU foods to Japan, including labeling, additive standards, and certificates. Avoid customs delays and ensure smooth clearance with expert practical guidance.
For Oversea Exporters to Japan

Complete Customs Clearance Guide for Food Imports

A complete professional guide to food import customs clearance, explaining the roles of importers, customs brokers, and customs authorities, with practical checklists, HS codes, certificates, and inspection tips to avoid delays and compliance risks.
For Oversea Exporters to Japan

How to Import Freeze-Dried Pork from Thailand: Requirements, Animal Quarantine, and Customs Clearance Timeline

A practical guide to importing freeze-dried pork from Thailand under HS code 1602.49, covering required documents, the DLD veterinary certificate, Japanese animal quarantine procedures, and realistic customs clearance timelines.
For Oversea Exporters to Japan

Common Quarantine Issues in Food Imports and How to Handle Them | Food-Specific Checklist Included

Avoid common quarantine issues when importing food to Japan with a practical checklist, tips by food type, and guidance on documents, inspections, and regulations.
For Oversea Exporters to Japan

How to Find HS Codes for Beginners: 3 Common Mistakes to Avoid

Learn how to find the correct HS codes for imports to Japan. Step-by-step guide for beginners, common mistakes, and examples for food, merchandise, and electronics.
For Oversea Exporters to Japan

Food Import Claims Guide: Cargo Damage, Shortage, Insurance & Customs

Practical guide to food import claims covering cargo damage, shortages, warehouse inspection, marine insurance, surveyors, and customs procedures.