Description: Andaxun specializes in shipping clothing and textiles from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dongguan to Germany by sea! FCL flexible shipping, direct to Hamburg and Bremen ports. The import tariff for clothing and textiles is about 0% -12% (depending on the HS code), and the value-added tax (VAT) is 19%. The EU tariff threshold is 22 euros, and the small tax exemption of 150 euros will be cancelled from July 1, 2026. Commercial invoice (including EORI number, 8-digit HS code), packing list, original bill of lading, and certificate of origin are required for customs clearance. The label must indicate the fiber composition in German (in descending order of weight percentage); Suggest preparing a REACH/OEKO-TEX compliance statement. Double clearance tax inclusive full payment of customs duties and VAT, door-to-door delivery throughout Berlin, Munich, and Frankfurt. The price is negotiable, and the full chain delivery time is 30-45 days. Help you go global in compliance and seize the European clothing market!

Germany is the largest economy in Europe, with cities such as Berlin, Hamburg, and Munich forming one of the most active clothing consumer markets in Europe. There is a large amount of trade between the clothing and textile industry cluster in the Pearl River Delta and the German market every day. But the complexity of customs clearance for branded clothing and textiles exported to Germany is much higher than that of ordinary goods.

As a core member state of the European Union, Germany has a mature and standardized tariff system, but has extremely high requirements for document compliance. Starting from July 1, 2026, the EU will officially cancel the tariff exemption policy for packages below 150 euros and instead impose a fixed tariff of 3 euros per tariff category. Branding and formal customs clearance for FCL/LCL have become the only options.

Andaxun International Logistics has been deeply involved in the export of clothing and textiles from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Dongguan for many years. We are familiar with the regulatory requirements of German customs and provide one-stop services such as FCL/LCL, double clearance with tax included, and door-to-door service to help you go abroad in compliance.

1、 Shenzhen to German brand clothing and textile sea freight prices and delivery time: Hamburg/Bremen dedicated line

From Yantian in Shenzhen/Nansha in Guangzhou/Dongguan Port to Hamburg Port or Bremen Port in Germany, the direct voyage takes about 25-35 days, the full container load (FCL) journey takes about 30-45 days, and LCL takes about 35-50 days. German customs processes declarations through the ATLAS electronic system, and it takes 1-3 working days for ordinary goods to clear customs. During the peak season (June September), cabin availability is tight. It is recommended to book 3-4 weeks in advance.

The price is negotiable, with a fixed price that includes all expenses: sea freight, domestic trailer customs clearance, German import customs clearance, customs duties, 19% value-added tax, and final delivery.

Key points of German clothing and textile taxes and fees:

Germany implements the EU unified customs tariff. The HS codes for clothing and textiles are classified under Chapter 61 (Knitted) and Chapter 62 (Woven), with tariffs typically ranging from 4% to 12%. The most favored nation tariff rate varies depending on the material. Imported goods with a value ≤ 150 euros are exempt from tariffs (before July 1, 2026). The VAT rate is 19%, calculated as (CIF price+customs duty) x 19%, and is exempt for amounts ≤ 22 euros. Holders of German VAT numbers can apply for deferral, and no actual tax payment will be made during customs clearance, with quarterly declaration of deduction.

Starting from July 1, 2026, the European Union will cancel the 150 euro tariff exemption and impose a fixed tariff of 3 euros per tariff category.

2、 Key links in customs clearance for shipping clothing and textiles from Shenzhen to Germany by sea

1. EORI Number - Customs Clearance Admission Ticket

German customs require all importers to hold a valid EORI number (format "DE"+VAT number). The declared value of ≥ 22 euros must provide the recipient's EORI code in the invoice. Without this number, the goods will not be able to clear customs. Suggest assisting the importer in completing EORI registration before shipment.

2. Core customs clearance document list:

-Commercial invoice: must indicate 8-digit HS code, CIF value, complete product description (general terms such as "clothing batch" are prohibited), brand name, trade terms, country of origin, and EORI numbers of both parties

-Packing list: detailing the gross/net weight, volume, packaging type, and marking of each box

-Original bill of lading: transportation certificate

-Certificate of Origin: CO or Form A

-Brand Authorization Letter: Brand clothing must be prepared

-REACH Compliance Declaration and Related Testing Reports

3. Label compliance - German is a mandatory requirement

The German Textile Labeling Act (Textilkennzeichnungsgesetz) has clear regulations on labeling:

-Language: Fiber components must be labeled in German, and English names such as "Cotton" are not allowed

-Content: All fibers must be labeled with their German names and weight percentages, arranged in descending order of content from high to low

-Country of origin: must be clearly labeled as "Made in China"

-Form: Durable, easy to identify, firmly attached to the product

3. Chemical Compliance - REACH and OEKO-TEX (Difference from General Goods)

Chemical compliance is an important threshold for exporting clothing and textiles to Germany:

-REACH regulation: Prohibition of 76 restricted substances such as azo dyes (limited to 30mg/kg) and nickel release (≤ 0.5 μ g/cm ²/week)

-OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100: Although not mandatory, it can effectively prove compliance with REACH and test for over 300 harmful substances. Many EU buyers require it to be provided

3、 Shipping packaging requirements for clothing and textiles from Shenzhen to Germany: triple protection

Brand clothing is a high-value commodity, with rough shipping and high stacking pressure. Packaging must be strictly protected against damage and moisture.

|Inner layer | Each piece of clothing should be wrapped in a dust-proof bag or non-woven bag and folded neatly, with hanging tags and washing labels intact|

|Middle layer | The carton is filled with enough cushioning materials (foam, bubble film, pearl cotton) to ensure that the clothes are fixed without shaking|

|Outer layer | Five layer double anti corrugated cardboard box (brand new, sturdy, and undamaged), sealed with a "I" character, with tape ≥ 5cm|

Wooden packaging must have the IPPC fumigation label (ISPM 15). Special requirements for German labels: The label must use German to indicate the fiber composition (English names are not allowed), country of origin ("Made in China"), and fiber proportion in descending order of content. Single box ≤ 25kg; desiccant is placed inside the box to prevent moisture; The model number, size, color, and quantity correspond exactly to the invoice.

4、 Six compliance red lines for shipping clothing and textiles from Shenzhen to Germany

Starting from July 1, 2026, tariff exemptions will be cancelled

The EU cancels the 150 euro tariff exemption and imposes a fixed tariff of 3 euros per tariff category. Different categories within the same package are taxed separately. Suggest switching to full container/LCL DDP mode in advance.

2. German labels are mandatory

Fiber components must be labeled in German, and English names such as "Cotton" are not allowed. Using only English will result in customs clearance obstruction or product delisting. It is recommended to design German labels during the typesetting stage.

3. REACH and OEKO-TEX compliance

Clothing must comply with REACH regulations, which prohibit azo dyes (limited to 30mg/kg) and nickel release (≤ 0.5 μ g/cm ²/week). It is recommended to prepare the testing report and OEKO-TEX certification in advance.

4. EORI Number - Customs Clearance Admission Ticket

Importers must hold a valid EORI number (in the format of "DE"+VAT number), and for amounts ≥ 22 euros, the recipient's EORI code must be provided in the invoice.

5. Consistency of fiber composition declaration

The fiber composition information on the invoice and label must be completely consistent. HS code classification errors may result in overpayment of tariffs or customs delays.

6. Peak season and climate response

Book shipping 3-4 weeks in advance during the peak shipment period from June to September; Hamburg Port and Bremen Port operate year-round; Shipping humidity is high, it is recommended to purchase cargo transportation insurance.

5、 Shenzhen to German brand clothing and textile sea freight Andaxun service process

① Compliance consultation (assisting with certificate of origin, German labeling, REACH/OEKO-TEX testing, EORI registration) → ② One ticket one price (including customs duties+19% VAT deferred evaluation) → ③ Guangzhou Shenzhen Dongguan warehouse storage for 5 days → ④ Export customs declaration → ⑤ Shipping to Hamburg/Bremen port (25-35 days) → ⑥ German double clearance tax payment (ATLAS system declaration, proxy payment of customs duties and 19% VAT) → ⑦ Whole territory delivery

Andaxun International Logistics provides one-stop services from Guangzhou, Dongguan, Shenzhen to German branded clothing and textile products, including sea freight, tax and double clearance, and door-to-door service - experts in exporting branded clothing and textile products to Germany, German label compliance guidance+REACH/OEKO-TEX compliance assistance+EORI registration guidance+Hamburg special line.

Shenzhen Andaxun International Logistics Co., Ltd

-Contact phone number: 0755-2968 6566

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

-Main business: international sea freight, air freight, FBA dedicated line, clothing and textile export, double clearance and tax included

*(Note: 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; labels must use German to indicate fiber composition; REACH regulations and OEKO-TEX certification are chemical compliance hard thresholds;); EORI number is essential for customs clearance; Booking during peak season 3-4 weeks in advance. ）*