Timber & Log Import to China
Logs, sawn timber and wooden furniture from Africa, the Americas, Europe and Southeast Asia — quarantine planned in advance.
- Origins
- Africa, South America, North America, Europe, Southeast Asia
- Cargo
- Containers and bulk vessels
- Key control
- Plant quarantine on arrival
Wood products face plant-quarantine inspection on arrival in China. Logs must come with a phytosanitary certificate and, depending on origin and species, approved treatment; protected species also need CITES documents. We confirm species, origin and treatment requirements before shipping, book the designated quarantine port and arrange fumigation or treatment if inspectors require it.
What we handle
- Logs, sawn timber, veneer and wooden furniture
- Phytosanitary and CITES document review
- Designated quarantine ports and treatment yards
- Fumigation or heat treatment coordination
- ISPM 15 wood packaging checks
- Bulk vessel and container shipments
- Duty and VAT calculation per species
- Delivery to sawmills and distribution yards
Documents you will need
| 01 | Phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country |
|---|---|
| 02 | Certificate of origin |
| 03 | Species list with botanical names |
| 04 | Treatment or fumigation certificate, where required |
| 05 | CITES permit for listed species |
| 06 | Commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading |
The exact list depends on your product and origin; we confirm it before shipment.
Questions about this service
What documents does China require for imported logs?
At a minimum a phytosanitary certificate from the exporting country, a certificate of origin and the commercial documents. Depending on species and origin, a treatment certificate or CITES permit may also be required.
Can logs with bark be imported?
Requirements depend on the origin and species. Bark often has to be removed or the logs treated, and some origins must arrive at designated ports with approved treatment facilities. We confirm this before you load.
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