Description: Andaxun specializes in shipping glasses from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dongguan to Latvia by sea! Flexible FCL shipping, professional operation of sunglasses, optical frames, etc. As a member state of the European Union, Latvia implements EU unified regulations - sunglasses exports must obtain CE certification (according to EN ISO 12312-1), and optical frames must comply with EN ISO 12870; Metal mirror frames must comply with REACH regulations and pass nickel release testing (mandatory from the end of April 2026 according to EN 16128:2025). Double clear tax inclusive direct delivery to Riga Port, door-to-door delivery throughout the country. Strictly control shock-absorbing and pressure resistant packaging, support mixed loading and consolidation. Latvia's imported goods with FOB value ≤ 150 euros are exempt from customs duties, and goods with FOB value ≤ 22 euros are exempt from value-added tax. The value-added tax rate is 21%, and the entire process is paid by proxy. The price is negotiable, and the delivery time is 35-50 days. Help you go global in compliance and seize the Baltic eyewear market!

Riga Port in Latvia, one of the largest container hubs in the Baltic Sea, is a strategic gateway for Chinese goods to enter the Nordic market. Glasses products (sunglasses, optical frames) exported to Latvia are fundamentally different from ordinary goods - they are classified as personal protective equipment (PPE) under EU regulations and must obtain CE certification (sunglasses EN ISO 12312-1, frames EN ISO 12870) before export. Metal components also need to pass nickel release testing (EN 16128:2025). Andaxun International Logistics has been deeply involved in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Dongguan for more than ten years, providing full container load/less than container load (FCL), double clearance tax inclusive, and door-to-door full chain services to help you directly access the Baltic market.

1、 Shenzhen to Latvia glasses sea freight price and delivery time: Riga port, one ticket, one negotiation

From Shenzhen/Guangzhou to Riga Port via Hamburg or Rotterdam, LCL takes about 38 days and costs 56 USD per cubic meter; The full container voyage takes about 35-40 days. 1-5CBM bulk cargo costs approximately 1800-2200 yuan/CBM. During the peak season (June to September), cabin space is tight, so it is recommended to book 4 weeks in advance.

One fixed price package: ocean freight+domestic trailer customs clearance+Latvian import customs clearance+customs duties+21% value-added tax+final delivery. HS codes for glasses: 9003 (frame), 9004 (sunglasses), 9001 (lenses).

|FCL | 35-40 days | Shenzhen to Riga, via Hamburg/Rotterdam transfer|

|LCL | 38-45 days | consolidation at the port of origin, unpacking and distribution at the destination port|

|DDP Door to Door | 38-50 Days | Coverage throughout Riga, Daugava Pierce, and Liepaja|

Quick overview of taxes and fees:

-Tariffs: 0% -20%, determined by TARIC code. Goods with a value ≤ 150 euros are exempt from customs duties.

-Value added tax: The standard tax rate is 21%, calculated at (CIF+tariff) x 21%. Goods with a value ≤ 22 euros are exempt.

-VAT deferral: Holding a Latvian tax number can apply for deferral, but it is not actually paid during customs clearance and can be deducted quarterly.

-Starting from July 1, 2026, the European Union will cancel the 150 euro tariff exemption and recommend an early transition to full container DDP mode.

2、 Shenzhen to Latvia Glasses Shipping Customs Clearance Documents: Two sets of compliance systems must be met simultaneously

Latvian Customs is under the jurisdiction of the State Taxation Office (VID), and importers must hold an EORI number to clear customs.

Compliance 1: CE certification

Sunglasses belong to the PPE category and must be tested according to EN ISO 12312-1:2022 for lens transmittance, UV resistance, flame retardancy, impact resistance (6mm steel ball 45m/s impact), sweat resistance, etc. The lens must be labeled with the filter category (0-4 categories).

The optical frame is tested according to EN ISO 12870, including dimensional tolerances, nose bridge flexion, lens retention capacity, durability, and artificial sweat testing. Each material and design must be tested separately.

-The manufacturer shall issue a Declaration of Conformity (DoC), and the testing report must come from a qualified laboratory

-The CE mark must be printed on the product body or packaging, and the technical documents must be kept for at least 10 years

Compliance 2: Nickel Release Test

EN 16128:2025 will be released in October 2025 and will become the Latvian national standard by the end of April 2026 at the latest. The new standard specifies that coating testing does not equal migration testing, and samples that fail coating testing must undergo migration testing on all components. Nickel release limit: 0.5 micrograms per square centimeter per week.

1. Core document list (pre reviewed by our company):

-Commercial invoice (in English, including 10 digit HS code, CIF value, and EORI number of both parties)

-Packing list, certificate of origin, original bill of lading

-CE certificate and testing report (EN ISO 12312-1, EN ISO 12870)

-REACH Compliance Declaration and Nickel Release Test Report (EN 16128:2025)

-Product manual and label

3. Customs clearance process (handled by Riga cooperative bank):

-Complete ICS2 declaration 24 hours before departure

-After arrival at the port, electronic customs declaration will be made through the VID system, and customs will verify CE/REACH documents online

-Payment of customs duties and 21% VAT on behalf of others, compliant release

-DPD/Latvia Post delivers throughout the country

3、 Shenzhen to Latvia glasses sea freight packaging requirements: three-layer reinforcement to cope with sea freight bumps

Glasses are delicate and fragile items that are prone to damage during stacking and multiple transportation by sea. The packaging must be shock resistant, pressure resistant, and moisture resistant.

|Inner layer | wrapped in soft cloth or eyeglass bag and placed in the lens box, the lens is covered with protective film, and the vacuum formed box tightly adheres to the lens|

|Middle layer filling | The box is filled with sufficient cushioning materials (foam, bubble film, pearl wool), and the mirror box is fixed without shaking|

|Outer reinforcement | Five layer double anti corrugated cardboard box, sealed with "I" character, tape ≥ 5cm; labeled with "Fragile", "Upward", and "Keep Dry" in both Chinese and English|

Wooden packaging must have IPPC fumigation label (ISPM 15). If the label is unclear or missing, it can be returned directly. Single box ≤ 25kg; product label "Made in China"; Place desiccant inside the box; The batch number corresponds exactly to the invoice information.

4、 Shenzhen to Latvia Glasses Shipping Five Compliance Red Lines

1. CE certification cannot be skipped

Glasses without CE certification will be detained upon arrival at the port. It is recommended to initiate the certification process 2-3 months in advance.

2. Nickel release test will take effect in April 2026

EN 16128:2025 will officially become the Latvian national standard, and metal mirror frames must pass testing with a limit of 0.5 μ g · cm ⁻² · week ⁻¹.

3. The 150 euro tariff exemption is about to be cancelled

Starting from July 1, 2026, the EU will officially cancel this exemption policy, and low value B2C packages will be subject to a temporary unified tariff of 3 euros based on the declared product name. Suggest switching to full container DDP mode in advance.

4. EORI number is essential for customs clearance

Latvian importers must hold a valid EORI number (which can be applied for online through the VID portal or submitted in person at Riga Customs), otherwise clearance cannot be initiated.

5. ICS2 mandatory declaration

ENS declaration must be completed 24 hours before departure, and LCL (Less than Container Load) must be split for each passenger. All document information must be completely consistent.

5、 Shenzhen to Latvia Glasses Shipping Andaxun Operation Process

① Compliance consultation (providing CE and nickel release testing status) → ② One ticket one price (including VAT deferred assessment+ICS2 declaration) → ③ Guangzhou Shenzhen Dongguan warehouse temporary storage for 5 days → ④ Export customs declaration+ICS2 pre declaration (24 hours before departure) → ⑤ Shipping to Riga Port → ⑥ Double clearance+21% VAT payment on behalf of others → ⑦ Delivery to the entire region

Andaxun International Logistics provides one-stop services for eyewear shipping from Guangzhou, Dongguan, Shenzhen to Latvia, including tax and double clearance, door-to-door service - eyewear export experts from Latvia, CE certification assistance, nickel release compliance guidance, 21% VAT payment agency, and Riga dedicated line.

Shenzhen Andaxun International Logistics Co., Ltd

-  ☎  Phone: 0755-2968 6566

-  📍  Address: Xintian Avenue, Fuhai, Bao'an District, Shenzhen

-  🚢  Main business: international sea freight, air freight, FBA dedicated line, export of sensitive goods, double clearance and tax included

*(Note: Glasses exported to Latvia must obtain CE certification and EN 16128:2025 nickel release test in advance (effective from the end of April 2026); The tariff threshold is 150 euros, and the VAT rate is 21%; EORI number is essential for customs clearance; Cancel the 150 euro tariff exemption from July 1, 2026; Complete the ICS2 declaration 24 hours before the departure of the vessel. Booking during peak season 4 weeks in advance. ）*