Description: Andaxun specializes in shipping shoes from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dongguan to Belgium by sea! Flexible FCL shipping. Belgium is a member state of the European Union, with import tariffs on footwear ranging from 0% to 17% and a value-added tax of 21%; Value of goods (FOB) ≤ 150 euros are exempt from customs duties, and ≤ 22 euros are exempt from value-added tax. Starting from July 1, 2026, the European Union will officially cancel the exemption of 150 euro package tariffs and instead impose a fixed tariff of 3 euros per tariff category (with multiple categories of goods in the same package taxed separately). Double clear tax inclusive direct delivery to Antwerp and Zeebrugge Port, door-to-door delivery to Brussels and the entire Li è ge region. Importers must hold an EORI number. The price is negotiable and the delivery time is 30-45 days.

Antwerp Port in Belgium is the second largest port in Europe, with dense shipping routes and an annual throughput of over 13 million TEUs. It is the core gateway for Chinese goods to enter the Western European market. Brand shoes exported to Belgium have essential differences from ordinary goods - as a member state of the European Union, Belgium implements unified EU regulations, and footwear products must comply with REACH requirements, involving multiple chemical tests such as phthalates, azo dyes, hexavalent chromium, nickel release, etc; Children's shoes must also comply with the EN 14605 safety standard for children's shoes. Starting from July 1, 2026, the European Union officially cancels the tariff exemption policy for packages below 150 euros. Andaxun International Logistics has been deeply involved in the export of sensitive goods for many years, providing one-stop services such as FCL/LCL, double clearance with tax included, and door-to-door service.

1、 Shenzhen to Belgium brand shoes sea freight price and delivery time: Antwerp special line, one ticket, one negotiation

Brand shoe customs clearance involves REACH testing and material declaration, with complex cost structures. Therefore, Andaxun adheres to a personalized pricing model of "one ticket, one discussion". Long term cooperation with shipping companies such as COSCO, MSC, Maersk, EMC, etc. ensures guaranteed cabin space. One fixed price package: ocean freight+domestic trailer customs clearance+Belgian import customs clearance+customs duties+21% value-added tax+final delivery.

|FCL sea freight | 30-42 days | Direct from Shenzhen to Antwerp, flight time 25-30 days, customs clearance and land transportation 5-8 days|

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

|Door to door journey | 38-48 days | Covering the entire region of Brussels, Antwerp, Liege, Bruges, and more|

Belgian tax points: Chapter 64 of the HS code for footwear, with tariffs ranging from 0% to 17%, and a value of goods (FOB) ≤ 150 euros exempt from tariffs; The VAT rate is 21%, calculated at (CIF price+customs duty) x 21%, and is exempt for goods with a value ≤ 22 euros. Holding a Belgian tax number can apply for VAT deferral. Failure to pay during customs clearance will result in quarterly deductions. Starting from July 1, 2026, the European Union will cancel the 150 euro tariff exemption. During the transition period, low value goods will be subject to a fixed tariff of 3 euros per tariff category, and multiple categories of goods in the same package will be taxed separately.

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

1. EORI Number - Customs Clearance Admission Ticket

All importers in Belgium must hold a valid EORI number starting with BE, and declare a value of ≥ 22 euros. The recipient's EORI code must be provided in the invoice. Without this number, Belgian customs refused to process the declaration documents.

2. REACH compliance testing

Footwear products must comply with the EU REACH regulation (EC 1907/2006), with key testing items including phthalates (≤ 0.1%, PVC sole/shoe upper), azo dyes (≤ 30mg/kg, leather/textile dyeing), hexavalent chromium (≤ 3mg/kg, leather products), nickel release (≤ 0.5 μ g/cm ²/week, metal accessories), PAHs (≤ 0.0001%, rubber sole), and formaldehyde (≤ 20mg/kg for infant and toddler shoes).

3. Key testing points for different materials: leather shoes focus on monitoring hexavalent chromium, azo dyes, and formaldehyde; Synthetic shoes focus on phthalates PAHs； Shoes with metal accessories must undergo nickel release testing. It is recommended to complete the inspection 2-3 months before shipment.

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

5. Core documents (pre review by our company):

-Commercial invoice (including HS code, CIF value, EORI number of both parties, general product names are prohibited)

-Packing list, original bill of lading (must indicate the quantity of outer packaging+specific name and quantity of contents)

-Certificate of Origin (CO or Form A), REACH Compliance Declaration and Testing Report, Children's Shoe Testing Report (if applicable)

-Product manual and label

6. 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, the official declaration will be made through the Belgian Customs EDI electronic system to verify the validity of REACH documents and EORI numbers

-Payment of customs duties and 21% VAT (deferred with assistance), 2-5 days for release

-DPD/Belgian Post delivers throughout the country

3、 Shipping packaging requirements for shoes from Shenzhen to Belgium: triple protection to safeguard brand value

Brand shoes are high-value products that are prone to damage due to rough shipping, and must be shock resistant, pressure resistant, and moisture resistant.

|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. Single box ≤ 25kg; shoe box and outer box labeled "Made in China"; The model, size, and quantity correspond exactly to the invoice. Use French, Dutch, or English for labels.

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

1. Required EORI number: A valid EORI number starting with BE is required for Belgian customs clearance, 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.

4. 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 separately.

5. Antwerp Port Bill of Lading Product Name Refinement: It is necessary to specify the quantity of outer packaging+the specific product name and quantity of the contents, otherwise the system will reject the order.

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 Belgium brand shoes sea freight Andaxun operation process

① Compliance consultation → 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 Antwerp/Zebuluhe Port → ⑥ Double clearance+21% VAT payment agent → ⑦ Whole territory delivery

Andaxun International Logistics provides one-stop services from Guangzhou, Dongguan, Shenzhen to Belgium for brand shoe sea freight, including taxes, double clearance, and door-to-door service - expert in exporting brand shoes to Belgium, REACH compliance+EORI handling guidance+children's shoe safety guidance+21% VAT payment+Antwerp special 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; Belgium VAT 21%, with 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. ）*