Description: Andaxun specializes in shipping shoes from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dongguan to Finland by sea! Flexible FCL shipment, professional operation of sports shoes, leather shoes, children's shoes, etc. As a member state of the European Union, Finland's footwear exports must comply with REACH regulations (testing for phthalates, nickel release, azo dyes, hexavalent chromium, etc.); Children's shoes must also comply with the EN 14605 safety standard. Double clear tax inclusive direct delivery to Helsinki and Kotka Port, door-to-door delivery throughout the country. Strictly control moisture-proof and pressure resistant packaging. The import tariff rate in Finland is generally between 0% and 17%, with a value-added tax of 25.5% (one of the highest in the European Union, starting from September 2024) and levied from 0 euros (without tax exemption). Starting from July 1, 2026, the European Union will officially cancel the tariff exemption for packages below 150 euros and instead impose a fixed tariff of 3 euros per package. Importers must hold an EORI number (which can be applied for in advance through the official website of Finnish Customs). The price is negotiable, and the delivery time is 35-50 days. Help you go global in compliance and seize the Nordic footwear market!

Finland, a representative of high welfare countries in Northern Europe, has mature routes to the ports of Helsinki and Kotka, serving as the core gateway for brand footwear to enter the Nordic market. Brand shoes exported to Finland have essential differences from ordinary goods - under EU regulations, footwear products must comply with REACH requirements: leather shoes must be tested for hexavalent chromium (≤ 3mg/kg), azo dyes (≤ 30mg/kg), and formaldehyde; Synthetic shoes must be tested for phthalates (≤ 0.1%) and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs ≤ 0.0001%); Shoes with metal accessories must undergo nickel release testing (≤ 0.5 μ g/cm ²/week). Children's shoes must also comply with the EN 14605 safety standard. The Finnish value-added tax of 25.5% is one of the highest levels in the European Union and is levied from 0 euros (without any tax exemptions). Starting from July 1, 2026, the European Union will cancel the exemption of customs duties on packages worth 150 euros. Andaxun International Logistics provides full container load/consolidation, double clearance and tax inclusive, and door-to-door one-stop services.

1、 Shenzhen to Finland brand shoes sea freight price and delivery time: Helsinki line, one ticket, one negotiation

The price is negotiable and all inclusive: sea freight, domestic trailer customs clearance, Finnish import customs clearance, customs duties (exempted for goods with a value ≤ 150 euros), 15.5% value-added tax (starting from 0 euros), and final delivery. The HS code for footwear products is classified under Chapter 64, and the tax rate is generally between 0% and 17%. Finland does not apply for deferred import value-added tax, which must be paid during customs clearance, but can apply in writing to the customs for an extension.

|FCL sea freight | 30-42 days | Direct from Shenzhen to Helsinki Port, with a voyage of approximately 25-35 days|

|LCL sea freight | 35-45 days | including LCL at the port of origin and unpacking time at the destination port|

|Door to door delivery | 38-50 days | 2-4 days for customs clearance, 1-3 days for local delivery|

Important changes from July 1, 2026: The European Union will cancel the 150 euro tariff exemption, and during the transition period (July 20268.7), low value goods will be subject to a fixed tariff of 3 euros per declared product name. Multiple charges will be triggered for multiple categories of the same package. It is recommended to book shipping 3-4 weeks in advance during the peak season (June September).

2、 Shenzhen to Finland brand shoes sea freight customs clearance core: REACH testing+EORI number+Docdex declaration

The Docdex electronic customs clearance system in Finland has high efficiency, and customs clearance is generally controlled within 2-4 days. Many goods are often seized due to missing REACH testing or improper declaration.

1. REACH testing - EU footwear entry threshold

|Phthalate ester | ≤ 0.1% | PVC material for shoe sole and upper|

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

|Azo dye | ≤ 30mg/kg | Dyeing leather and textile fabrics|

|Nickel release | ≤ 0.5 μ g/cm ²/week | Metal accessories (shoe buckles, decorations)|

|PAHs | ≤ 0.0001% | Rubber sole|

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

-Key monitoring of leather shoes includes hexavalent chromium, formaldehyde, and azo dyes

-Synthetic shoes focus on phthalates PAHs

-Shoes with metal accessories must undergo nickel release testing

-Suggest completing REACH testing 2-3 months before shipment

2. Children's shoe exports (if applicable): must comply with the EN 14605 standard, and excessive phthalates are one of the most common reasons for reporting children's shoe exports to the European Union.

3. Finnish EORI Number - Essential for Customs Clearance: Finnish EORI must be associated with the Finnish tax number (Y-tunnus) in order to be declared. Unnumbered goods cannot be officially imported. For customers without local tax numbers, our company can provide local collection and clearance services in Finland.

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

-Commercial invoice (including 10 digit HS code, CIF value, brand, material description, and EORI number of both parties)

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

-REACH Compliance Declaration and Testing Report

-Children's Shoe Inspection Report (EN 14605, if applicable)

-English/Finnish tags

5. Customs clearance process (handled by Helsinki Cooperative Bank):

-Complete REACH testing before departure, apply for EORI through the official website of Finnish Customs (tulli. fi) and associate it with the VAT number

-Complete ICS2 declaration (ENS) 24 hours before departure

-After arrival at the port, it will be officially declared through the Finnish Customs Docdex electronic system

-Payment of customs duties and 25.5% VAT on behalf of others (with assistance in applying for extension), release within 2-4 days

-Posti/Finland Post delivers throughout the country

3、 Shipping packaging requirements for shoes from Shenzhen to Finland: Three layers in place to cope with long-distance transportation in Northern Europe

Brand shoes are high-value products that are prone to breakage due to rough shipping. Finland has a cold and dry climate, and high humidity during shipping, so they must be shock resistant, pressure resistant, and moisture resistant.

|Inner layer | After being wrapped in a dust-proof bag, put it into a shoe box. Brand shoe boxes are an important component of product value and must be intact and undamaged|

|Middle layer | Place shoe supports or fill paper balls inside the shoe box to maintain the shape of the shoes; Sufficient cushioning materials (foam, bubble film) shall be filled in the box|

|Outer layer | Five layer double anti corrugated cardboard box, sealed with "work" letter, tape ≥ 5cm; labeled with "fragile", "upward" and "Keep Dry" in both Chinese and English|

Wooden packaging must have IPPC fumigation label (ISPM 15), and if it is unclear or damaged, it should be returned directly. Single box ≤ 25kg; shoe box and outer box labeled "Made in China"; The model, size, and quantity correspond exactly to the invoice.

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

1. REACH testing cannot be skipped: testing for phthalates, nickel release, azo dyes, hexavalent chromium, etc. is indispensable. It is recommended to complete the certification 2-3 months in advance.

2. Children's shoes must comply with EN 14605: Excessive levels of phthalates are the main cause of notification for children's shoes, and must meet both chemical and physical safety testing.

3. Finnish EORI - Must be associated with tax number: Finnish EORI must be associated with tax number (Y-tunnus) in order to be declared, which is a unique requirement in Finland. Our company can clear on behalf of customers without local tax numbers.

4. 25.5% VAT - starting from 0 euros and not applicable for deferral: Finnish VAT is 25.5%, with no tax exemption limit, and all imported goods must be paid. Finland does not apply for deferred import value-added tax, which must be paid during customs clearance and can be applied for extension.

5. Starting from July 1, 2026, tariff exemptions will be cancelled: low value goods will be subject to a fixed tariff of 3 euros per declared product name, and multi category packages will be taxed multiple times. Suggest switching to full container DDP mode in advance.

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

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

① Compliance consultation (providing material, brand, children's/adult shoe information, assisting REACH testing) → ② One ticket one price (including VAT extension 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 Helsinki/Kotka Port → ⑥ Double clearance+25.5% VAT payment → ⑦ Whole territory delivery

Andaxun International Logistics provides one-stop services for shipping branded shoes from Guangzhou, Dongguan, Shenzhen to Finland, including taxes, double clearance, and door-to-door service - experts in exporting branded shoes to Finland, REACH compliance assistance, children's shoe safety guidance, 15.5% VAT payment agency, and Helsinki 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; Finnish EORI must be associated with a tax number; VAT of 25.5% and starting at 0 euros, not applicable for deferral; Starting from July 1, 2026, the 150 euro tariff exemption will be cancelled. Book shipping 3-4 weeks in advance during peak season