Introduction
The Certificate of Origin issued by the Hong Kong Trade and Industry Department is the core document that allows Hong Kong products to access the Chinese mainland market duty-free under CEPA. For health supplement brands and contract manufacturers, understanding the process and requirements for obtaining a CHKO Certificate of Origin is essential to ensure smooth customs clearance and reduce import costs.
1. What is a CHKO Certificate of Origin?
** defines **
The CHKO Certificate of Origin is issued by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region's Trade and Industry Department or its authorized body. It certifies that products originate in Hong Kong and comply with the Rules of Origin under the Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA), enabling tariff concessions when imported into mainland China.
**Core Function**
| Function | Description |
|------|------|
| Tariff Benefits | Eligible products receive import duty exemptions or reductions.
| Customs Convenience | Simplified Customs Document Processing |
| Certificate of Origin | Certifies the product's Hong Kong origin |
| Brand Endorsement | Enhance the International Trade Credibility of Your Products |
II. Application Requirements
** Factory Qualification Requirements **
| Requirement | Description |
|------|------|
| Hong Kong Registration | The factory must be legally registered in Hong Kong |
| Substantial Production | Substantively produced or processed in Hong Kong |
| Production Records | Maintain complete production and raw material procurement records |
| Quality System | Comprehensive Quality Management System |
** product requirements: **
| Requirement | Description |
|------|------|
| Rules of Origin | Complies with CEPA rules of origin standards |
| Processing Step | Completed processing steps in Hong Kong |
| Ingredient Ratio | Raw material composition meets origin proportion requirements |
| Classification Standard | Product Classification Complies with CEPA Tariff |
3. Process
**Step 1: Factory Registration**
**Step 2: Product Filing **
**Step 3: Apply for Certificate of Origin **
**Step 4: Review and Issue **
IV. Required Documents
| File | Description |
|------|------|
| Application Form | Industrial and Commercial Department Specified Format |
Business License | Factory Registration Certificate
| Production License | Proof of Production Qualifications |
| Raw Material Procurement Certificate | Proof of Raw Material Source |
| Production Batch Record | Processing Process Record |
| Test Report | Third-Party COA |
| Commercial Invoice | Proof of Transaction |
| Packing List | Packaging Details |
5. Important Notes
**FAQs**
| Issue | Solution |
|------|---------|
| Non-HK Sourced | Must Prove Substantial Processing Completed in Hong Kong |
| Insufficient processing | Must meet CEPA processing standards |
| Incomplete documents | Prepare in advance to ensure all documents are complete |
| Certificate Expired | Renew promptly to avoid clearance delays |
**Maintenance Suggestions**
6. YU'AN Nutrition's CHKO Certification
Yuan'an Nutrition holds full qualifications to apply for CHKO origin certificates:
Summary
The CHKO Certificate of Origin is the key document for Hong Kong health supplements to enjoy CEPA zero tariffs. When selecting a contract manufacturer, brand owners should verify that the factory holds CHKO accreditation to ensure seamless tariff benefits. Yu'an Nutrition provides end-to-end support—from production to customs clearance—backed by full qualifications and extensive experience.
