China to levy port security charges
China will impose a port facilities security charge on international import and export cargo at all of its mainland ports effective June 1, according to U.K.-based marine services provider Inchcape Shipping Services.
Inchcape said that a circular, jointly issued by the Chinese Ministry of Communications and the National Development and Reform Commission, said that RMB 20 ($2.49) will be charged for every laden TEU and RMB 30 ($3.74) for every laden FEU. Empty containers will not be charged. Non-containerized cargo will be subject to a RMB 0.50 (6 cents) per ton charge.
Imported chemical fertilizers and other goods specified as exempt from port charges will not be liable for the security charge, Inchcape said.
China to levy port security charges
