Customs clearance of household appliances

The procedure is carried out to confirm the legal origin of the cargo, its legal transportation across the Russian border, and its compliance with safety regulations. For customs clearance, goods are divided into three categories: large and small household appliances, and electronics. For example, the first group includes dishwashers, washing machines, and refrigerators; the second group includes food processors and vacuum cleaners; and the third group includes players, stereo systems, and mobile devices.

List of required documents
To clear household appliances through customs, you must submit:
  • declarations for all types of products with the correct classification according to the TN VED
  • contracts, specifications, sales receipts
  • accompanying documentation (international consignment notes, invoices)
  • certificates of conformity, guarantees of safe operation
The list of documents required may depend on the specifics of the product, its origin, and other factors. For example, when importing products from Europe or the United States, a permit from the brand owner (trademark) is required. If the product is being shipped from China, this document is not required.
What is needed for fast customs clearance of household appliances?

To complete all formalities, a company (entrepreneur) must be registered with customs as a party to a foreign trade transaction. This is a one-time procedure.


An important point is the correct determination of the product's value. The best option is to provide sales receipts or other supporting documents. Without these, customs officers will use special catalogs, which may result in a higher product price.


To avoid errors, save time, and reduce costs, it's best to entrust the customs clearance of household appliances to specialists. InterSpetsTrans LLC provides the following services:

  • classification of equipment according to the TN VED, preparation of the declaration
  • certification, temporary storage, insurance
  • preparation for inspection, removal from the control zone
  • calculation and payment of duties, taxes, fees
If household appliances are imported for personal use and their value does not exceed 65,000 rubles and their weight does not exceed 35 kg, customs clearance is duty-free. Otherwise, a duty of 30% of the shipment's value is charged, but for popular electronics (smartphones, tablets, laptops), the rate ranges from 0 to 5%.
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