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Product Classification: Determine whether the shipment contains raw nicotine, e-cigarette products or other nicotine-containing products.
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Import Requirements: Check whether any licence, permit, approval or notification is required under applicable Japanese regulations.
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Product Documents: Review the Certificate of Analysis (COA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and product specifications.
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Labelling and Packaging: Confirm applicable Japanese labelling, packaging and safety requirements.
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Customs Documentation: Ensure the commercial invoice, packing list and shipping documents are accurate and complete.
Example: Before importing nicotine-containing products, a Japanese buyer should confirm the product classification, verify applicable permissions and check that the shipment documents match the product details.
