Forwarding & NVOCC Practice
Copyright-Infringing Goods
Explains copyright-infringing goods in Japan import practice, including character goods, copied artwork, pirated media, software, printed materials, Customs holds and practical checks for forwarders.
Import Suspension by Japan Customs
Explains import suspension by Japan Customs when imported goods are suspected of infringing intellectual property rights, including rights holder applications, verification procedures, importer response and practical effects on forwarding.
Goods Infringing Intellectual Property Rights
Explains goods infringing intellectual property rights in Japan import practice, including trademark, design, copyright, patent and unfair competition issues, Customs suspension, verification procedures and practical checks for forwarders.
Rights Holder Confirmation and Customs Hold
Explains rights holder confirmation, Customs hold and verification procedures when imported goods are suspected of infringing intellectual property rights in Japan.
Counterfeit Goods
Overview Counterfeit goods are products that imitate brand names, logos, marks, designs, characters, product s […]
Design Right-Infringing Goods
Explains design right-infringing goods in Japan import practice, including products that imitate registered designs, Customs verification, product appearance checks, import suspension and practical points for forwarders.
Trademark-Infringing Goods
Explains trademark-infringing goods in Japan import practice, including counterfeit brand goods, logo-marked products, Customs verification procedures, import suspension, evidence of authenticity and practical checks for forwarders.
Non-Dangerous Goods Certificate
Explains how a Non-Dangerous Goods Certificate is used in forwarding practice, and why it must be checked together with SDS, product specifications, transport mode, packaging and carrier or CFS acceptance conditions.
Radio Act and Imported Wireless Equipment in Japan
Explains Japan’s Radio Act requirements for imported wireless equipment, including Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, IoT devices, wireless modules, drones, Giteki Mark, technical conformity certification and the difference between customs clearance and lawful use or sale in Japan.
High Pressure Gas Safety Act
Explains Japan’s High Pressure Gas Safety Act from a forwarding perspective, including gas cylinders, refrigerants, aerosols, fire extinguishers, import inspection, containers, dangerous goods storage, CFS acceptance and domestic delivery issues.