China Solar Panel Import Guide 2026
Complete guide to importing solar panels from China to China: duty rates, VAT, required certifications, main ports, top brands, and Q1 2026 landed-cost benchmarks.
FOB Shanghai TOPCon 580W: ~$0.082-0.092/W (Q1 2026). Spot market volatility high β lock with TT 30% deposit.
β Estimate your landed cost with our calculator1. China Tariffs & Taxes on Solar Panels
| MFN Duty | N/A (world's largest solar manufacturing base) |
| Anti-Dumping / CVD | N/A |
| VAT / Sales Tax | 13% VAT (rebate on export: 13% for most solar products) |
| CBAM | β Not applicable |
2. Required Certifications for China
Always request corresponding certification documents from suppliers. Modules without proper certifications may face customs clearance issues or grid connection rejection.
3. Shipping & Ports
- π Shanghai
- π Ningbo-Zhoushan
- π Shenzhen
- π Guangzhou
- π Qingdao
4. Popular Module Brands in China
Popular wattage: 580-640W bifacial TOPCon (2026 standard), 700-730W (high-power utility)
5. Regulatory Notes
Home to 80%+ of global module supply. Export VAT rebate of 13% factored into FOB. Shanghai/Ningbo are biggest ports. Customs clearance varies by province. New "dual-side tape" packaging standard reduces shipping damage.
JUST SOLAR β Your China Delivery Partner
JUST SOLAR is based in Shanghai β visit our factories, audit samples, or consolidate LCL shipments to any port.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to import solar panels from China to China?
Domestic: 5-10 days; Export: 2-7 days to port.
Are there anti-dumping duties on Chinese solar panels in China?
N/A
What's the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for China?
Most manufacturers require full-container-load (40HQ = ~612-720 panels depending on wattage). LCL (less-than-container) shipments with lower MOQ (from 100 panels) available via trading partners like JUST SOLAR.
What payment terms are standard?
Mainstream: 30% TT deposit + 70% within 7 days against BL copy (for established EU/US buyers). Emerging markets / new buyers: 50% deposit + 50% before shipment. LC (letter of credit) negotiable for large orders.