GACC Issues Supervision Measures for Hainan Free Trade Port

On July 23, the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) issued the Supervision Measures of the Customs for the Hainan Free Trade Port (the “Measures”), which will come into effect on December 18, 2025.

The Measures specify customs supervision targets within the Hainan Free Trade Port, covering inbound and outbound means of transportation and goods. They clarify that goods moving between Hainan Free Trade Port and overseas must be subject to customs supervision, with certain items eligible for the “zero tariff” policy. A smart supervision system will be established, and international trade operations will be processed via the China (Hainan) International Trade Single Window. The movement of “zero tariff” goods within the Hainan Free Trade Port requires completion of relevant procedures, and customs will not retroactively levy taxes on such goods. Those who violate the regulations will be subject to penalties in accordance with the law.