Important Notice: Exporting Magnets from China to India - Dual Authentication Required
Important Notice: Exporting Magnets from China to India - Dual Authentication Required
Introduction:
If you are purchasing magnetic materials from China that contain medium and heavy rare earth elements (such as Dysprosium [Dy] and Terbium [Tb]), including Sintered NdFeB Magnets and Samarium Cobalt (SmCo) Magnets, please be aware that new export control procedures are now in effect. The Chinese government mandates a strict "Dual Authentication" process for shipments to India only. Other destinations are currently not required to complete this process.
Magnetic Materials Under Dual Use Goods Control - Hangzhou Vector Magnets Co., Ltd, Download the full table.
Summary of Requirements for Indian Customers:
- End-User and End-Use Certificate must be completed and signed.
- Two Official Stamps are required:
- Stamp from the highest-level export/import authority in India (e.g., DGFT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry).
- Stamp from the Commercial Section of the Chinese Embassy in India.
- Original Document must be couriered to the Chinese exporter (scans or copies are not acceptable).
Basic Procedure:
- Fill in the Certificate:
- Company name and address
- Commodity name (e.g., Sintered NdFeB Magnets, SmCo Magnets)
- Contract number
- Specific end-use of the products
- Declarations regarding restricted use and non-transfer
- Handwritten signature, printed name and title, and company stamp
- Obtain Dual Authentication:
- First, submit the certificate to the Indian authority for their stamp.
- Then, submit the stamped certificate to the Chinese Embassy Commercial Section for their stamp.
- Send the Original Document:
- After obtaining both stamps, send the original document by courier to Hangzhou Vector Magnets Co., Ltd. or your designated Chinese exporter.
Important Points to Note:
- Each purchase order requires its own certificate unless all items share the same end-use.
- Export license processing takes approximately 72 to 83 days.
- Approval is subject to the discretion of the Chinese government and is not guaranteed.
- Policies may be updated at any time.
- Only Indian customers are required to complete this Dual Authentication process.
Need Help?
Download the detailed filling guide and certificate template here:
End-User and End-Use Certificate
If you have any questions or need assistance:
- Email: info@vectormagnets.com
- India Office: Mr. Thiruvengadam Jayaram (thiruvengadam.jayaram@vectormagnets.com)
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!