Description: Andaxun specializes in shipping shoes from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dongguan to the Netherlands by sea! Flexible FCL shipping. Footwear must comply with REACH regulations for testing (phthalates, azo dyes, etc.), and children's shoes must comply with EN 14605 standards. Double clear tax inclusive direct delivery to Rotterdam Port, door-to-door delivery throughout the country. The import tariff for footwear is at a moderate rate (8% -14%), with a value-added tax of 21%; Goods with a value ≤ 150 euros are exempt from customs duties. Starting from July 1, 2026, the EU will cancel the 150 euro tariff exemption and impose a fixed tariff of 3 euros per category. Importers must hold an EORI number. The price is negotiable and the delivery time is 30-45 days.

The Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands is the largest port in Europe, with the highest route density in Europe. Departing from Yantian in Shenzhen, Nansha in Guangzhou, and Dongguan Port, the direct routes are mature and stable, serving as the golden channel for brand shoes to enter the European market. Brand shoes exported to the Netherlands must comply with REACH regulations (testing for phthalates, azo dyes, hexavalent chromium, nickel release, etc.), and children's shoes must comply with EN 14605 standards. Shoe import tariffs range from 8% to 17%, with a value-added tax of 21%. Starting from July 1, 2026, the EU will cancel the exemption of 150 euros in package tariffs and instead impose a fixed tariff of 3 euros per category. Andaxun International Logistics provides full container load/consolidation, double clearance and tax inclusive, and door-to-door one-stop services.

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

Brand shoe customs clearance involves REACH testing and material declaration, and Andaxun insists on personalized pricing based on "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+Dutch import customs clearance+customs duties+21% value-added tax+final delivery.

|FCL sea freight | 30-42 days | Shenzhen to Rotterdam direct, voyage 25-35 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 city of Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and more|

Rotterdam Port has high customs clearance efficiency, and complete documents usually take 24 to 48 hours to complete customs clearance. During the peak season (June September), cabin availability is tight. It is recommended to book 3-4 weeks in advance.

Core points of Dutch taxation:

-Tariffs: Chapter 64 of the HS code for footwear, with a tariff of approximately 17% for athletic shoes (6404.11) and 8% -17% for other footwear.

-Tariff threshold: Goods with a value ≤ 150 euros are exempt from tariffs.

- VAT：21%， Calculated at (CIF price+customs duty) x 21%, exempted for goods with a value ≤ 22 euros.

-VAT deferral (Article 23): The Netherlands is the only country in the European Union that allows deferred import value-added tax. Holding a Dutch VAT number can apply for deferred payment, but not actually paid during customs clearance, quarterly deduction, and release of cash flow.

-Starting from July 1, 2026, the European Union will cancel the 150 euro tariff exemption, and during the transition period, low value goods will be subject to a fixed tariff of 3 euros per category. Suggest switching to full container/LCL DDP mode in advance.

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

1. EORI Number - Customs Clearance Admission Ticket

Dutch Customs requires all businesses to hold a valid EORI number for customs declaration in the Netherlands. Foreign companies can apply through the Dutch Customs National Help Desk (NHD) website. Without this number, customs cannot process the declaration and the goods will be delayed.

2. REACH Compliance Testing - Footwear Entry Threshold

Footwear products 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 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 the testing 2-3 months before shipment, and the report must come from a qualified laboratory.

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

-Commercial invoice: indicate 10 digit HS code, CIF value, EORI number of both parties, complete product description, and country of origin ("Made in China")

-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)

4. Customs clearance process (handled by Rotterdam 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 Dutch Customs DMS electronic system to verify the validity of REACH documents and EORI

-Payment of customs duties and 21% VAT on behalf of others (can assist with Article 23 deferred application), release within 24-48 hours

-DPD/Dutch Post delivers throughout the country

3、 Shipping packaging requirements for shoes from Shenzhen to the Netherlands: 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. The label should be in English or Dutch and include the product name, brand, manufacturer/importer information, material composition, size, and country of origin; 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 the Netherlands

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. EORI number is the entry ticket for customs clearance: Dutch customs clearance requires a valid EORI, and foreign companies can apply through the Dutch Customs NHD website.

4. From July 1, 2026, tariff exemptions will be lifted: low value goods will be subject to a fixed tariff of 3 euros per category.

5. The bill of lading name must be clear and detailed: Commercial invoices must indicate the country of origin ("Made in China") and accurately classify the HS code.

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

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

① Compliance consultation (assisting REACH testing and EORI processing) → ② One ticket, one price (including Article 23 deferred assessment+ICS2 declaration) → ③ Temporary storage for 5 days at Guangzhou Shenzhen Dongguan warehouse → ④ Export customs declaration+ICS2 pre declaration (24 hours before departure) → ⑤ Shipping to Rotterdam Port → ⑥ Double clearance+21% VAT payment (deferred with assistance) → ⑦ Whole territory delivery

Andaxun International Logistics provides one-stop services for shipping branded shoes from Dongguan, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen to the Netherlands, including taxes, double clearance, and door-to-door service - experts in exporting branded shoes to the Netherlands, REACH compliance+EORI processing guidance+Article 23 VAT deferred application+Rotterdam 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; Netherlands 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. ）*