Tax: up to 10%
Duties: up to 40%
Restricted Items: Checkpoint Products, Products of Israeli Origin, Second-hand and Refurbished Goods
Non-working days: Public Holidays
Lead Time: 4 Weeks
Best carrier option: Freight Forwarder
Prominent Languages: Malay, Mandarin & Tamil
Malaysia has a list of restricted goods that cannot enter this territory and there is a strict ban on all goods from Israel. There are restrictions in place for the import of second-hand goods as well as additional compliance documentation required for dual-use goods. For example, all telecommunication imports require Standards and Industrial Research Institute of Malaysia (SIRIM) approval. Without the appropriate compliance documentation, you will risk your shipment being stuck, sent back, or even destroyed at customs.
Malaysia is also a signatory to seven bilateral free trade agreements. These agreements aid in reducing barriers to trade and promote each signatory to conduct business with the other parties. While barriers are reduced, an Importer of Record (IOR) is still needed to ensure your goods are compliant with the destination country’s customs regulations.
Malaysia has a list of restricted goods that cannot enter this territory and there is a strict ban on all goods from Israel. There are restrictions in place for the import of second-hand goods as well as additional compliance documentation required for dual-use goods. For example, all telecommunication imports require Standards and Industrial Research Institute of Malaysia (SIRIM) approval. Without the appropriate compliance documentation, you will risk your shipment being stuck, sent back, or even destroyed at customs.
Malaysia is also a signatory to seven bilateral free trade agreements. These agreements aid in reducing barriers to trade and promote each signatory to conduct business with the other parties. While barriers are reduced, an Importer of Record (IOR) is still needed to ensure your goods are compliant with the destination country’s customs regulations.
How TecEx Can Help You Import into Malaysia
Our in-house compliance database ensures first-time customs clearance of your goods into Malaysia. Certain products require additional compliance documentation. For example, some goods require a SIRIM certification to enter this region, while second-hand goods require additional compliance documentation.
Not only do we handle all trade compliance, but we are likely already registered for the products you wish to ship, saving you time and money. If we are not already registered for the product, TecEx will manage the entire registration process, ensuring a seamless, hassle-free shipping experience.
The digital economy is one of the fastest-growing sectors in Malaysia, the recipient of an impressive $15.7 billion of investment in the third quarter of 2022 alone.
Malaysia is the only country in the world to include territory on the mainland of Southeast Asia as well as on the islands that stretch between Asia and Oceania. Malaysia also applies a 10% sales tax on goods.
Whether you are importing or exporting from Malaysia, the varying compliance regulations and requirements can seem daunting. Let TecEx take on this burden – we have the appropriate permits and licenses, which will reduce your lead times and streamline your shipments.
Your global trade solution for Malaysia
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