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Exporting to China

China is Africa's largest trading partner with over $250 billion in annual trade. The FOCAC framework and LDC duty-free schemes provide preferential access for African exports.

Population

1.4 billion

GDP

$17.9 trillion

Annual Imports

$2.7 trillion annually

Processing Time

10-20 days

Available Trade Agreements

LDC Duty-Free Scheme

LDC DFS
0% duty on 97% of products

China provides duty-free access on 97% of tariff lines for products from Least Developed Countries.

Eligibility

African LDCs (33 countries)

Key Documents

  • Certificate of Origin
  • Sanitary/Phytosanitary Certificates

FOCAC Framework

FOCAC
Reduced tariffs on many products

Forum on China-Africa Cooperation provides preferential trade terms and reduced tariffs.

Eligibility

All African nations participating in FOCAC

Key Documents

  • AQSIQ Registration
  • Chinese-language documentation

Default MFN Tariff

5-35%

VAT Rate

13%

Available Preferential Schemes

LDC Special Duty FreeFOCAC Framework

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