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China Announces 2027 Export Quotas: What Foreign Founders Need to Know

China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) has released the 2027 export quota volumes and management rules for certain goods. For foreign founders operating or planning to set up a company in China, this announcement affects export compliance, licensing, and application timelines. This article summarizes the key points, focusing on practical implications for your China-based business.

What the 2027 Export Quota Announcement Means for Your China Company

On October 29, 2026, China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) published Announcement No. 53 of 2026, detailing the total export quotas for 2027 and the associated management measures. The announcement is based on the Foreign Trade Law, the Regulations on the Administration of Import and Export of Goods, and other relevant rules. For foreign founders with a company in China—or those planning to register one—this notice matters if you export the listed goods or are considering doing so.

Export quotas limit the quantity of certain goods that can be exported from China. If your China entity trades in any of the restricted categories, you must obtain a quota and an export license before shipping. Below we break down the announcement into actionable points for international entrepreneurs.

1. Goods Subject to 2027 Export Quotas

The following goods have specific export quotas for 2027. If your business exports any of these, you will need to secure a quota from MOFCOM:

• Licorice and licorice products: 5.2 million kilograms
• Artificially planted ephedra for medicinal use: 1.0804 million kilograms
• Live pigs (to Hong Kong and Macau): 1.6054 million head
• Live cattle (to Hong Kong and Macau): 22,000 head
• Live chickens (to Hong Kong): 3 million birds
• Sawn timber: 150,000 cubic meters
• Rush and rush products: 14 million kilograms

Note that quotas for live animals are specific to Hong Kong and Macau. If you export to other destinations, different rules may apply.

2. Application Process for Export Quotas

To export any of the above goods, your China-registered company must apply to MOFCOM for a quota (global or regional). Once you have the quota approval or a winning bid in a quota tender, you can apply for an export license from the relevant authorities. With the license, you can complete customs clearance.

The application process for 2027 quotas (except those allocated via tender) runs from November 1, 2026, to November 15, 2026. This is a tight window—mark your calendars.

Applications must be submitted to the provincial-level commerce department where your company is located. That department will verify the materials and forward them to MOFCOM. MOFCOM will review applications and allocate quotas to eligible applicants by December 15, 2026.

What this means for you: If you are setting up a company in China and plan to export these goods, you need to have your business license and foreign trade operator registration in place well before November 2026. The application requires a local entity because submissions go through provincial commerce departments.

3. Tender-Based Quotas

Quotas for licorice and licorice products, as well as rush and rush products, are allocated through a bidding process. MOFCOM will announce the specific conditions and procedures separately. If you are interested in these categories, watch for further announcements and prepare to participate in the tender.

4. Goods with Suspended Quota Management

For 2027, China continues to suspend quota management for phosphate rock and silver. Instead, these goods are subject to export license management only. Eligible exporters can obtain an export license by presenting a valid export contract. For silver under processing trade, special provisions apply.

This means that if your China company exports phosphate rock or silver, you do not need a quota, but you still need an export license. The licensing process requires a contract, so ensure your export agreements are in order.

5. Implications for Company Registration and Compliance

If you are a foreign founder planning to establish a trading company in China that exports any of the restricted goods, consider the following:

• Entity type: A wholly foreign-owned enterprise (WFOE) or a joint venture with foreign trade rights is typically required. Your business scope must include the relevant export activities.
• Foreign trade operator registration: After incorporation, you must register as a foreign trade operator to engage in import/export. This is a prerequisite for applying for quotas and licenses.
• Timing: The quota application window is narrow (Nov 1–15, 2026). Ensure your company and registrations are completed well in advance.
• Local presence: Applications go through provincial commerce departments, so you need a registered address in the relevant province.
• Documentation: Prepare your business license, foreign trade operator registration, and any other documents required by the local commerce department.

Even if you are not exporting these goods now, understanding China's quota regime helps you assess future opportunities and compliance risks. If you plan to export other goods, check whether they are subject to quotas, licenses, or other restrictions.

6. Key Definitions

"Provincial-level commerce departments" refer to the commerce authorities of provinces, autonomous regions, municipalities directly under the Central Government, cities with independent planning status, and the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps. If your company is registered in one of these areas, you will submit your application to the corresponding department.

7. Next Steps for Foreign Founders

If you are considering exporting restricted goods from China, act early. Set up your China entity, obtain foreign trade rights, and monitor MOFCOM announcements for tender details. For goods with suspended quota management, ensure you have valid export contracts to obtain licenses.

For assistance with company registration, foreign trade operator registration, or export compliance in China, foreign founders can contact ChinaMNC on WhatsApp / WeChat at +86 153 1898 8535. Our team can help you navigate the process and stay compliant.

This summary is based on information published by the relevant Chinese government website and is general information, not legal or tax advice.