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Exports
Italy is dotted with local delicacies, the country being also famous for Italian fashion houses, Italian shoes, Italian leather, Italian luxury cars and more. Want to know more about these products? Travel with Export Portal on this journey through the best items Italy offers the world.
Italy's main and foremost export is undoubtedly an unmatched sense of style and design. And it is no coincidence. The art of making things beautifully and with care, has been passed down from generation to generation. One needs only to think of the brands like D&G, Armani or Ferrari to understand the power of superior quality, masterful design and originality of “Made in Italy” products on the international market.
Italy exports mostly machinery and equipment; metals and metal products; textiles and clothing; transport; food, beverages and tobacco. Italy's main export partners are Germany, France, the United States, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
Here at Export Portal you have a great opportunity to delve into the most famous areas of the Italian lifestyle and industry: Italian Food, Italian Fashion, Italian Shoes, Italian Wine, Italian Cars, Italian Leather Products, Italian Furniture, Italian Bags and more.
Our goal is to make the excellence of Italian-made products accessible to the international market. Italian companies connect with consumers around the world by advertising their products globally with us. Buyers, interested in purchasing Italian products, can take advantage of great offers and discounts on products bearing the "Made in Italy" label.
Export Portal is happy you are here and we invite you to experience all, Italian exporters and manufacturers have to offer.
Customs requirements of Italy
Italy Customs Contacts
Website: https://www.agenziadoganemonopoli.gov.it
Address: Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli - Via Mario Carucci, 71 - 00143 Roma
Telephone: +39 06 50241
Italy is an European country, situated in the Mediterranean Zone, bordered by France, Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia, San Marino and Vatican City. The country is a member of the European Union, the UN, the WTO, the Group of 7 and the Union for the Mediterranean. Italy has the 3rd largest economy in the Eurozone and the 8th largest economy in the world.
Tariffs
Italy uses the harmonised trade system of the European Union, so that imports and exports follow the EC rules. Customs taxes are calculated ad valorem on the CIF value of the products, in conformity with the Common Customs Tariff of the EU.
Customs tariffs vary from 0-17%, the average tariff being 4.2%. Italy applies customs duties to all imported products, but some products such as food, apparel and textiles are subject to higher tarrifs.
Product certification, labelling and packaging
Certification, labelling and packaging follow the EU rules.
Plant and animal products require health certificates (veterinary and public health certificates). Products such as agricultural machinery, industrial machinery, sports equipment, medical appliances, electrical and electronic equipment, as well as toys must have the CE mark on them.
Labelling must follow the EU general requirements, but also the specific Italian rules, which include the presence on the label of:
- name of the product
- name and address of the manufacturer, packer, seller or importer in Italian
- country of origin
- ingredients in descending order of weight
- metric weight and volume
- additives by category name
- special storage conditions
- minimum shelf life date
In addition, labels in Italian are generally required. Products such as food, cosmetics, chemicals, pharmaceuticals and medicines, may require special marking and labelling.
Documents for import/export:
- commercial invoice
- custom value declaration
- bill of lading
- packing list
- certificate of insurance
Sources:
https://en.portal.santandertrade.com/international-shipments/italy/customs-procedures