With the rise of cross-border e-commerce, many businesses are importing container loads of small parcels from overseas sellers, especially from China. These shipments often come with complex documentation including thousands of line items split across multiple Excel files, descriptions written in Mandarin, and multiple importers involved. Managing such permits is not only time-consuming but also prone to errors if not handled professionally.
At Declarators, we specialise in e-commerce permit declarations and have built a reputation for tackling high-volume, high-complexity jobs with speed and accuracy.
Why E-Commerce Permits Are Complex
E-commerce shipments differ significantly from traditional bulk cargo:
- Thousands of Line Items: A single container may contain 3,000 to 10,000 parcels, each with unique SKU codes, HS codes, and values.
- Multiple Excel Files: Data is often spread across several unsynchronised spreadsheets, usually in formats specific to overseas suppliers.
- Mandarin Descriptions: Item descriptions are typically in Simplified Chinese, requiring translation or HS code interpretation.
- Multiple Importers: Consolidated shipments may involve dozens of importers with individual GST numbers, addresses, and license requirements.
How Declarators Adds Value?
At Declarators, we simplify the chaos with a structured approach:
✅ Multi-Language Expertise
Our team is proficient in both English and Mandarin, enabling us to interpret product descriptions quickly and accurately for HS code classification.
✅ Data Consolidation Services
We combine multiple Excel files into a single import-ready format, ensuring no duplication or data loss during the conversion process.
✅ Customised Permit Processing Tools
Our in-house tools allow us to batch process thousands of line items swiftly and align them with Singapore Customs’ format.
✅ Accurate HS Code Classification
We help importers avoid penalties and shipment delays by ensuring proper classification of goods – a critical step when dealing with thousands of SKUs.
✅ GST & Licensing Compliance
Whether you’re importing under a Major Exporter Scheme (MES), GST Relief Permit, or need special licenses, we ensure all importers in the container are covered.
When to Engage Declarators?
If you’re a:
- Freight forwarder handling consolidated e-commerce containers from China
- Third-party logistics provider (3PL) processing B2C shipments
- Online platform importer working with multiple vendors
Let us take the complexity off your hands. Our experience spans everything from Shopee & Lazada seller imports, to Taobao direct purchases, to containerised bulk imports.
Let’s Get Started
Don’t let thousands of line items slow down your customs clearance. Outsource your e-commerce permit declarations to Declarators, and let our expert team handle the rest fast, compliant, and accurate.
🌐 www.declarators.com.sg
📧 group@declarators.com
📞 +65 6385 2155
