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Hard MarketExporting 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 DFSChina 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
FOCACForum 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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