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Pick up to 4 economies and see customs authorities, licensing regimes, prohibited & restricted lists, sanctions overlays and dispute forums side by side. Decision-support only - always confirm with local counsel.

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IntroTaiwan's customs is administered by the Customs Administration (MoF) using the CPT electronic clearance platform. Strategic High-Tech Commodities (SHTC) export controls are administered by the Bureau of Foreign Trade (BOFT) at MoEA, tightly aligned with Wassenaar and export controls on advanced semiconductor equipment.
Primary authorities
  • Customs Administration (MoF)Customs entry, CPT filings, valuation, AEO.
  • Bureau of Foreign Trade (BOFT)Import/export licences, SHTC controls, trade remedy.
  • BSMIProduct safety and conformity mark.
  • FDA (TFDA)Food, drug, cosmetic, medical device registration.
Licensing regimes
  • Import/Export licenceRegulated HS codes per Table of Commodity Control (mostly automatic; manual for sensitive). · BOFT
  • SHTC export licenceStrategic high-tech commodities incl. advanced ICs, semiconductor equipment, drones. · BOFT
  • BSMI Type Approval / RPCElectrical, RF, gas appliances, toys, machinery. · BSMI
  • TFDA product registrationPharma, medical devices, cosmetics, food supplement. · TFDA
Prohibited goods
  • · Certain products from PRC on the Negative List (dynamic).
  • · IPR-infringing goods.
  • · Cultural relics without export permit.
  • · CITES-listed species.
Restricted goods
  • · Advanced semiconductor equipment and dual-use nodes - SHTC export licence.
  • · Rice - state buyer (Council of Agriculture) & TRQ.
  • · Agricultural products in-season - variable duty.
  • · Chemicals - EPA / TCSA registration.
Labelling requirements
  • · Traditional Chinese-language labelling on regulated consumer goods.
  • · BSMI Type Approval sticker on regulated electrical products.
  • · TFDA registration number on food/pharma packaging.
  • · Country of origin per Foreign Trade Act.
Sanctions overlay
  • · Aligned with US export controls on advanced semiconductors to PRC (Oct 2022 & 2023 rules echoed).
  • · UN measures implemented as domestic policy though Taiwan is not a UN member.
  • · MJIB financial-sector AML/CFT screening.
Dispute resolutionCustoms objection within 30 days; Petition Committee; onward Administrative Court. CAA (Chinese Arbitration Association, Taipei) is the primary institutional forum. Taiwan is not a NY Convention party but honours foreign awards via Arbitration Law reciprocity.
Official sources

Frequently asked questions

How do I compare import regulations between two countries?

Pick two to four countries above. The table lines up the customs authority, import licensing, VAT/GST rate, prohibited and restricted goods, sanctions overlays and dispute forums, with links to each official source.

Is this comparison legal advice?

No. It is decision support built from published government sources. Regulatory positions change often, so confirm every action with the named authority or licensed local counsel before you ship.

Where do I calculate the duty once I know the rules?

Use the Import Duty & VAT Calculator for a quick CIF-based estimate, or the Landed Cost Calculator for the full cost stack including freight, insurance and destination charges.

Next step: Import Duty & VAT Calculator or Landed Cost Calculator. Last reviewed 14 October 2026.

Comparison is decision-support only. Regulatory positions change frequently - confirm every action with the named authorities or licensed local counsel.