(2025 Updated Version) The Ultimate Guide to Ship Mooncakes from Hong Kong to Overseas

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Mooncake Import Restrictions by Country (as of February 2025)

All countries prohibit the sending of snow skin mooncakes and ice cream mooncakes. If you want to send mooncakes overseas, the customs of the recipient’s country has the right to collect customs duties, and the exact amount of tax will be determined by the customs officer after inspecting your shipment. The customs officer will notify you of the tax amount to be paid, and only after that can the clearance be successful.

If you want to use commercial delivery, you usually need to provide additional import certificates. Please refer to the latest guidelines from the customs authorities of each country regarding the restrictions and regulations on sending mooncakes.

Sending Mooncakes from Hong Kong to the United Kingdom

• Cannot send mooncakes containing meat ingredients
• Allows sending salted egg yolk mooncakes and lotus seed paste mooncakes to the UK
• The recipient may need an import certificate depending on the product (depending on the ingredients)
• Each shipment cannot exceed 10kg
• It is recommended to declare the net weight of the mooncakes and ensure the packaging has an English ingredient list and the English name and address of the manufacturer

Sending Mooncakes from Hong Kong to the United States

• Prohibits sending mooncakes containing meat ingredients
• Allows sending salted egg yolk mooncakes and lotus seed paste mooncakes to the US
• The egg yolks in the mooncakes must be “fully cooked”
• Each shipment cannot exceed 10kg
• Mooncakes originating from China, Macau, South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, Indonesia, and Cambodia cannot be imported into the US
• Each shipment is limited to a value of less than $100 USD

Sending Mooncakes from Hong Kong to Canada

• Cannot send mooncakes containing meat and egg ingredients (can send lotus seed paste mooncakes)
• Each shipment cannot exceed 10kg
• Only non-egg, non-meat mooncakes are allowed to be sent to Canada
• The sender’s and recipient’s addresses must be private addresses
• All imported mooncakes require an import certificate

Sending mooncakes from Hong Kong to Australia

• Cannot send mooncakes containing meat ingredients.
• Lava custard mooncakes are allowed to be sent to Australia.
• Pure lotus paste mooncakes are acceptable for mailing.
• Each shipment cannot exceed 10 kg.
• Food items have a higher chance of being inspected by customs, so please allow sufficient transport time (inspection typically takes 1 week, but not guaranteed).
• The recipient and sender’s addresses must be personal addresses.

Sending mooncakes from Hong Kong to Malaysia

• Cannot send mooncakes containing pork ingredients.
• Custard, egg yolk, and lava custard mooncakes can be sent.
• Mooncake packaging must contain the manufacturer’s declaration, ingredient list, or food label (in English).
• Mooncakes must be commercially produced, packaged by the manufacturer, and able to be stored at room or ambient temperature.
• For personal use only, cannot be sold or resold.
• Each recipient cannot receive more than 5 kg per day.

Sending Mooncakes from Hong Kong to Japan

• Cannot send mooncakes containing meat ingredients
• Allows sending custard, egg yolk, and salted egg yolk mooncakes to Japan
• Each shipment is limited to 10kg or less
• Each recipient cannot exceed 6kg per day
• Cannot send mooncakes containing milk, cheese, and unprocessed whey protein
• If the weight exceeds 10kg, an import certificate is required

Sending Mooncakes from Hong Kong to South Korea

• Prohibits sending food products containing meat or nuts
• Each shipment is limited to 0.5kg or less
• Each shipment is limited to a value of less than $100 USD
• The mooncakes must have a shelf life of more than 1 month
• The recipient in South Korea needs to obtain a Personal Clearance Code (PCC) in advance to receive the package
• Customs may conduct random inspections, which may affect the shipping speed (delay of 4-5 days)

Sending Mooncakes from Hong Kong to Singapore

• Prohibits sending mooncakes containing meat ingredients
• Can send custard, egg yolk, and salted egg yolk mooncakes
• Each shipment is limited to 5kg or less
• Each shipment is limited to a value of less than $100 Singapore dollars
• The recipient’s address must be a private address

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Common questions about sending mooncakes

What preservation methods and expiration dates should be noted when sending mooncakes?

Mooncakes are perishable, so proper preservation and expiration dates must be considered when sending. It is recommended to choose fresh mooncakes and use appropriate packaging materials to ensure they are not damaged in transit. You should also understand the shelf life of the mooncakes to ensure the recipient can enjoy fresh mooncakes within the expiration period.

What international shipping fees and taxes should be noted?

When sending mooncakes internationally, in addition to shipping fees, you may also need to pay applicable taxes and customs duties. These fees vary depending on the destination country’s regulations and import policies. You can consult FreightAmigo’s customer service about international shipping fees, taxes, and customs duties to ensure you have a sufficient budget and comply with relevant regulations.

How to ensure the quality of mooncakes delivered over long distances?

If you need to send mooncakes to distant locations, one concern is how to maintain the quality during the long-distance delivery. Some methods include: choosing more durable mooncake varieties like Cantonese-style or snowskin mooncakes that better withstand long-distance transport; using preservation packaging like vacuum sealing or airtight bags to extend the shelf life; and choosing a logistics provider like FreightAmigo that can provide appropriate packaging and handling to ensure safe delivery.

Conclusion

Whether for business gifts or personal presents, as long as you choose a professional logistics service provider, mooncakes can be safely delivered to the destination, bringing surprises to your clients or loved ones. As a professional cross-border logistics platform, we will continue to strive to provide high-quality and efficient delivery services for our customers. In the future, we will also continue to optimize processes and introduce more innovative solutions to make your product delivery even smoother. Customers with needs are welcome to contact us at any time, and we will do our best to provide thoughtful and attentive service.

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