What ICS2 means for China-to-EU shippers in 2026: pre-departure ENS filing, EORI numbers, and the updated low-value consignment rules.
XCJD Logistics is a China-based international freight forwarder founded in 2011 with licensed brokers across the EU — we file ICS2 declarations on every Europe-bound shipment.
Every China-to-EU shipment needs an Entry Summary Declaration (ENS) filed before departure under ICS2. Business recipients generally need an EORI number; since 1 July 2026, low-value consignments are no longer duty-exempt, and the B2B/B2C indicator must be transmitted with the shipment. Missing filings cause border holds.
ICS2 is not optional paperwork — it is a pre-departure requirement. A missing ENS or recipient indicator means cargo sits at the border, accruing detention and missing restock deadlines. The filing chain must be owned by the forwarder, not left to the buyer.
Low-value consignments are no longer exempt from duty. Under current carrier guidance, B2C parcels are assessed a fixed charge per HS-coded item (€3) and B2B consignments at the applicable MFN rate — confirm current rates when you quote. UK shipments additionally require EORI, declarations and VAT (20%), all included in DDP.
Correct product names and HS codes, recipient type (B2B/B2C), EORI where applicable, and complete destination details. We collect these in the quote stage.
Since 2011 we have cleared China-to-EU cargo through licensed brokers with ICS2 filings — 8,000+ shipments, 150+ destinations. Our Europe route page and DDP service page document the same compliance scope.
Send your shipment details and we handle ICS2 filing, EORI confirmation and clearance in one fixed DDP price — quoted within 24 hours.
ICS2 is the EU customs system requiring an Entry Summary Declaration (ENS) before departure. XCJD Logistics' licensed brokers file it; missing filings cause border holds and detention.
Business recipients in the EU generally need an EORI number (e.g., Germany, France); private addresses do not. We confirm per destination.
Since 1 July 2026, low-value consignments are no longer exempt from duty. B2C parcels are assessed a fixed charge per HS-coded item (currently €3) and B2B consignments at the applicable MFN rate; confirm current rates at quote time.
The recipient-type indicator (B2B or B2C) must be transmitted with the shipment; missing it can cause cargo to be held at the border.
Complete, pre-filed documentation and licensed-broker clearance reduce hold risk. Provide correct data before departure.
Products with batteries or special compliance requirements need a free pre-check before quoting. We confirm per product.
Yes — the updated rules apply to all EU-bound express consignments across DHL, FedEx, UPS and other carriers.
Tell us your cargo details — we'll recommend the most cost-effective route.
