Importing CKD kits is different from importing finished stoves — the tariff classification, documentation, and shipping all change when you import parts instead of assembled appliances. Here is what you need to know.
Tariff Classification
The big advantage of CKD is tariff. Complete gas stoves are classified as finished appliances with high import duty in many countries. CKD parts are classified as components, which often attract much lower duty — sometimes under local-manufacturing incentive schemes. Confirm the classification in your country before ordering.
Shipping Considerations
CKD kits pack flat and dense, so they use container space far more efficiently than assembled stoves. A single 40ft container holds many more stoves-worth of CKD parts, lowering your freight cost per unit. Choose FOB, CIF, or DDP based on your logistics capability.
Documentation We Provide
For every CKD shipment, THREEMI provides the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and certificates as required. Because parts are classified differently from finished goods, accurate documentation is essential — and we handle it for you.
Planning Your First CKD Import
Start with one stove model in CKD form, master the import and assembly process, then expand. THREEMI supports CKD importers with complete kits, documentation, and guidance — contact us to plan your first shipment.
About THREEMI
THREEMI is the export brand of Shenzhen Sanmi Manufacturing Co., Ltd., a professional gas stove and kitchen appliance factory in Guangdong, China. With 400+ employees, a 20,000㎡ production facility, and an annual output of 3 million units, we serve wholesalers, distributors, brand owners, and e-commerce sellers in over 30 countries. Our factory is certified ISO9001, CCC, CE, UL, GS, ETL, NF, and SASO.
Start Your Local Assembly Line with THREEMI
We supply complete gas stove CKD (Complete Knock Down) kits, plus assembly guidance, worker training support, and equipment purchasing advice — so you can build a reliable local manufacturing operation. Contact us to plan your CKD program.
WhatsApp: +86 186 7003 0673
Email: logan@threemi.com
Website: www.threemi.com
