Description: Andaxun specializes in shipping shoes from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dongguan to Luxembourg by sea! Flexible FCL shipping. As a member state of the European Union, Luxembourg has import tariffs on footwear ranging from 0% to 17%, with value-added tax (VAT) as low as 17% (the lowest in the EU). Imported goods with a FOB value not exceeding 150 euros are exempt from customs duties, and those with a FOB value not exceeding 22 euros are exempt from value-added tax. Starting from July 1, 2026, the European Union officially cancels the exemption of 150 euros in package tariffs and instead imposes a fixed tariff of 3 euros per category. Double clear and tax inclusive direct delivery to basic European ports (such as Rotterdam and Hamburg), land transfer to the entire Luxembourg region, door-to-door delivery. Importers must hold an EORI number. The price is negotiable, and the delivery time is 35-50 days.

Luxembourg is located in the heartland of Western Europe and is an important financial center and logistics hub in Europe. Andaxun has created a branded shoe shipping line from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Dongguan to Luxembourg, providing one-stop services including full container load (FCL)/less than container load (LCL), double clearance with tax included, and door-to-door service.

1、 Shenzhen to Luxembourg branded shoes sea freight price and delivery time: inland dedicated line, one ticket, one negotiation

Luxembourg is a landlocked country, and sea freight is transshipped through the ports of Antwerp in Belgium or Rotterdam in the Netherlands, and then transported by land to the entire territory of Luxembourg. FCL takes about 35-50 days, LCL takes about 38-52 days. During the peak season (June September), cabin availability is tight. It is recommended to book 3-4 weeks in advance.

We adhere to personalized pricing based on quantity, shoe material, brand value, and other factors, matching the best shipping company with a fixed price that includes all costs: ocean freight, domestic trailer customs clearance, European hub port transit fees, Luxembourg import customs clearance, customs duties, 17% value-added tax, and final delivery. The cost is transparent and there are no hidden charges.

|FCL sea freight | 35-50 days | Shenzhen to Antwerp/Rotterdam direct flight (30-40 days), land transfer to Luxembourg (5-8 days)|

|LCL sea freight | 38-52 days | consolidation at the port of origin, unpacking and distribution at the destination port, land transportation to Luxembourg City and the entire country|

|Door to door journey | 40-55 days | Covering Luxembourg City and the entire region|

Core points of Luxembourg taxation:

-Tariff: Chapter 64 of the HS code for footwear, with a tax rate of 0% -17%. Goods with a value ≤ 150 euros are exempt from customs duties.

-VAT rate: The standard tax rate is 17% (the lowest in the European Union), calculated by multiplying (CIF price+tariff) by 17%; Children under 14 years old can enjoy a super low tax rate of 3% on shoes.

-Starting from July 1, 2026, the EU will cancel the 150 euro tariff exemption and instead impose a fixed tariff of 3 euros per category. Luxembourg Post charges an additional customs clearance fee of 6-18 euros. Suggest switching to full container/LCL DDP mode in advance.

-VAT deferral: Holders of Luxembourg VAT numbers can apply for deferral, but the payment is not made during customs clearance and is deducted quarterly.

2、 Shenzhen to Luxembourg brand shoes sea freight customs clearance documents: EORI number+REACH compliance

EORI Number - Customs Clearance Admission Ticket

Luxembourg Customs requires all businesses to hold a valid EORI number. In Luxembourg, EORI numbers are consistent with VAT numbers, in the format of "LU"+8 digits. The declared value of ≥ 22 euros must provide the recipient's EORI code in the invoice. Without this number, customs will refuse to process the declaration documents.

REACH Compliance Testing - Footwear Entry Threshold

Footwear products exported to Luxembourg must comply with the requirements of the EU REACH regulation (EC 1907/2006). Main testing items and limits:

|Phthalate ester | ≤ 0.1% | PVC sole and upper|

|Azo dyes | ≤ 30mg/kg | Leather and textile dyeing|

|Hexavalent chromium | ≤ 3mg/kg | Leather products|

|Nickel release | ≤ 0.5 μ g/cm ²/week | Metal accessories|

|PAHs | ≤ 0.0001% | Rubber sole|

|Formaldehyde | Infant and toddler shoes ≤ 20mg/kg | Leather, textile|

-Different materials have different focuses: leather shoes are monitored with hexavalent chromium and azo dyes; Synthetic shoes focus on phthalates PAHs； Shoes with metal accessories must undergo nickel release testing.

-Children's shoes: Children's shoes under the age of 14 must comply with the EN 14605 standard, covering dual testing for chemical safety (lead ≤ 90mg/kg) and physical safety (small accessory tensile strength ≥ 70N).

-It is recommended to complete REACH testing and certification 2-3 months before shipment, and the report must come from a qualified laboratory.

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

-Commercial invoice: indicate 10 digit HS code, CIF value, EORI number (LU+8 digits) of both parties, complete product description, and avoid vague product names

-Packing list: must strictly correspond to the invoice

-Original bill of lading, certificate of origin (CO or Form A), REACH compliance declaration and testing report, children's shoe testing report (if applicable)

2. Customs clearance process (handled by Antwerp cooperative bank):

-Complete REACH testing and apply for EORI before departure

-Complete ICS2 declaration (ENS) 24 hours before departure

-After arrival at the port, declare through the Luxembourg Customs electronic system to verify the validity of REACH documents and EORI

-Payment of customs duties and 17% VAT (deferred with assistance), 2-5 days for release

-DPD/Luxembourg Post delivers throughout the country

3、 Shipping packaging requirements for shoes from Shenzhen to Luxembourg: triple protection

|Inner layer | Wrapped in dust-proof bag and placed in shoe box, the shoe box is intact and undamaged|

|Middle layer | Shoe support maintains shoe shape, and the cardboard box is filled with sufficient cushioning material inside|

|Outer layer | Five layer double anti corrugated cardboard box (compressive strength ≥ 200kg), "I" - shaped box seal, tape ≥ 5cm|

-Wooden packaging must have an IPPC fumigation label.

-Label: in French, German or English, containing product name, brand, manufacturer/importer information, material composition, size, country of origin ("Made in China"); Children's shoe labels must include safety warning language.

-Single box ≤ 25kg; the model, size, and quantity correspond exactly to the invoice.

4、 Six compliance red lines for shipping shoes from Shenzhen to Luxembourg

1. EORI number is the entry ticket for customs clearance: Luxembourg customs clearance requires a valid EORI number (in the format of LU+8 digits), and for amounts ≥ 22 euros, the recipient's EORI code must be provided in the invoice.

2. REACH testing cannot be skipped: phthalates, azo dyes, hexavalent chromium, nickel release, etc. are all indispensable, and it is recommended to complete them 2-3 months in advance.

3. Children's shoes must comply with EN 14605:14: Children's shoes under the age of 14 must undergo dual testing for chemical and physical safety.

Starting from July 1, 2026, tariff exemptions will be cancelled: low value goods will be subject to a fixed tariff of 3 euros per category, and Luxembourg Post will charge an additional customs clearance fee of 6-18 euros.

5. Luxembourg's 17% VAT - the lowest in the European Union: the standard tax rate is only 17%, and children's shoes under 14 years old can enjoy a super low tax rate of 3%. Holders of tax numbers can apply for deferral.

6. Peak season and climate: Booking 3-4 weeks in advance for the peak shipment period from June to September; Antwerp Port operates year-round; Shipping humidity is high, it is recommended to purchase cargo transportation insurance.

5、 Shenzhen to Luxembourg brand shoes sea freight Andaxun operation process

① Compliance consultation (assisting with REACH testing and EORI processing) → 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 Sea freight to Antwerp/Rotterdam port → ⑥ Land transportation+Luxembourg double clearance+17% VAT payment agent → ⑦ Whole territory delivery

Andaxun International Logistics provides one-stop services for shipping branded shoes from Guangzhou, Dongguan, Shenzhen to Luxembourg, including taxes, double clearance, and door-to-door service - experts in exporting branded shoes to Luxembourg, REACH compliance+EORI handling guidance+17% VAT deferral+Luxembourg 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: REACH testing must be completed in advance (2-3 months), and children's shoes must comply with EN 14605; Luxembourg has a VAT of 17% (the lowest in the European Union) and a tariff threshold of 150 euros; Starting from July 1, 2026, the 150 euro tariff exemption will be cancelled. Booking during peak season 3-4 weeks in advance. ）*