With the popularization of education, more and more people begin to need pianos, and imported second-hand pianos are favored by many people because of their high cost performance. However, what documents and processes are required to import second-hand pianos? What are the precautions? This article will introduce in detail the documents and processes required to import second-hand pianos, as well as the precautions.
1. Documents required for the import of second-hand pianos.
1.Packing list.
The packing list of imported second-hand pianos is indispensable, which records the model, specification, quantity and other information of the piano, which is an important basis for customs inspection.
2.Invoice.
The invoice is a legal certificate for the import of second-hand pianos, which needs to indicate the brand, model, specification, quantity, value and other information of the piano.
3.Bill of lading.
The bill of lading is a transport document for the import of second-hand pianos, which needs to indicate the consignor, consignee, mode of transportation and transportation route of the piano.
4.Import License.
The import license is the official permission document for the import of second-hand pianos, and it is necessary to apply to the relevant ** department.
Second, the process of importing second-hand pianos.
1.Learn more.
Before importing second-hand pianos, you need to understand the relevant laws and regulations and import procedures to ensure that you meet the requirements.
2.Find the right source.
To find a suitable source of second-hand pianos, you need to pay attention to the quality and legitimacy of the source.
3.Sign the contract.
Sign a contract with the seller to import second-hand pianos, and clarify the details of the goods, such as **, quality, transportation method, delivery time, etc.
4.Obtaining an import license.
Apply for an import license from the relevant ** department to ensure compliance with import requirements.
5.Payment of goods and customs duties.
Pay the payment and customs duties according to the contract to ensure that the goods can be cleared smoothly.
6.Cargo transportation and acceptance.
Wait for the goods to arrive at the destination, carry out acceptance and transportation, and ensure that the goods meet the requirements.
3. Precautions.
1.Confirm the quality of the source.
When choosing a second-hand piano, it is necessary to choose products with reliable quality and high brand awareness, and avoid buying inferior or counterfeit products.
2.Pay attention to transportation safety.
During transportation, it is necessary to pay attention to prevent the piano from being damaged or affected by moisture and other adverse effects to ensure the safe transportation of the piano.
First of all, any import declaration of goods is to provide information on the declaration elements of the goods, and second-hand pianos are no exception.
The information of the declaration elements of the piano is as follows:
1: Product name; 2: Brand type;
3: Product code;
4: Material [ivory keys, **base metal, etc.];
5: type [old and new, vertical, digital or not];
6: Brand; 7: Model;
8: Please declare the year of production for old pianos;
9: Other [non-mandatory elements, please fill in according to the actual situation];
The information of the above declaration elements must be provided completely before the arrival of the goods. If the material here belongs to the ivory key, it is forbidden to import (What to do with it, please chat privately!! ）；The production year of the old piano can be seen whether the body has a nameplate, showing the year, or the specific production year can be confirmed by the serial number of the piano.
Piano number (serial number) steinway & sons
Extended reading 1: The world's top ten piano titles selected by the World Musical Instrument Association
A few days ago, the piano branch of the World Musical Instrument Association selected the world's mainstream piano brands, and a list of the world's top ten well-known piano brands was newly released. The world's top ten famous piano rankings are divided into five groups, namely grand pianos above nine feet, upright pianos above 130, grand pianos under seven feet, upright pianos under 130, and economic consumer pianos.
This selection is mainly based on the market share of Europe and the United States, the market share of the Asia-Pacific region, the portal social ** netizen voting and other comprehensive selection, which has strong reference value. According to the analysis of industry insiders, the current piano market is fiercely competitive, and the market has precipitated a number of high-quality brands recognized by consumers through continuous reshuffle and screening.
1. The world's top ten well-known pianos (grand pianos over 9 feet).
1: Steinway&sons (Germany).
2: Bechsteinc.(Germany).
3: Bosendorfer (Austria).
4: Hopkinson (UK).
5: Petrov Petrof (Czech Republic).
6: Steinmeyer (Germany).
7: August Forster Forster (Germany).
8: Bluthner (Germany).
9: Mason & Hamlin (USA).
10: Pleyel (France).
2. Top 10 well-known pianos in the world (upright pianos above 130).
1: Steinway&sons (Germany).
2: Fazioli (Italy).
3: Aldrich &Sons (UK).
4: Bechsteinc.(Germany).
5: Steinmeyer (Germany).
6: Mason & Hamlin (USA).
7: Petrov (Czech Republic).
8: William's family William (United Kingdom).
9: Horsd Augst Forsteraugust (Germany).
10: Seiler (Germany).
3. The world's top ten well-known pianos (grand pianos under seven feet).
1: Steinway&sons (Germany).
2: Bosendorfer (Austria).
3: Boston, Boston (Germany).
4: Hoffmann Hoffmann (Germany).
5: Steinmeyer (Germany).
6: Fazioli (Italy).
7: Ibach (Germany).
8: Hopkinson (UK).
9: Seiler (Germany).
10: Estonia (Estonia).
4. Top 10 well-known upright pianos in the world (upright pianos below 130).
1: Steinway&sons (Germany).
2: Hopkinson (UK).
3: Boston, Boston (Germany).
4: Petrov (Czech Republic).
5: Aldrich Aldrich &Sons (UK).
6: Steinmeyer (Germany).
7: Mason & Hamlin (USA).
8: Bluthner (Germany).
9: Pleyel (France).
10: Mason&Hamlin (USA).
5. Economical consumer pianos
1: Yamaha Yamaha (Japan).
2: Kayserburg (Guangzhou, China).
3: Kawai Kawai (Japan).
4: Xinghai (China).
5: Youngchang (South Korea).
6: Berthe (Czech Republic).
7: Hailun Hailuf (Zhejiang, China).
8: Ritmiiller (Guangzhou, China).
9: Sami Samick (South Korea).