CIQRegulatoryCarrier-Mandated
CIQ / Commodity Inspection Quarantine Fee (China Export)
Fees charged by China's Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine Bureau (CIQ/AQSIQ) for inspecting and certifying export goods. Required for food products, cosmetics, toys, electronics, and goods subject to export licensing.
Per Shipment
Category:Basic Shipping FeeChina Export Local ChargesDestination Import Charges
Applies to:
✕ FCL✕ LCL✕ Air✕ Rail✕ Courier✕ Road✕ FBAAs Request
Typical Cost Range
$100–$800
per BL
Standard CIQ inspection: $100-$300. Food/cosmetic inspection with lab testing: $300-$800.
Who Pays?
Shipper (When CIF, DAP)
Consignee (When EXW, FOB)
Negotiability
Set by carrier or port authority — not negotiable.
CIQ fees are government-set and not negotiable. Using experienced CIQ agents can speed up the process.
Adjustment Frequency
MonthlyWeeklyFixed
Current rate reviewed: Per declaration
Chargeable Unit
Per BL
Formula / Calculation
CIQ = Inspection Fee per Declaration + Testing Fee (if laboratory analysis required)ChinaCIQinspectionAQSIQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Which exports from China require CIQ inspection?
Food products, cosmetics, toys, electrical products, machinery, and goods to countries with strict import requirements.
Often Appears Together With
These charges frequently appear on the same freight invoice as CIQ:
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