On November 1, Hainan will roll out a major revision of its offshore duty-free shopping policy under the banner of “One Addition and Three Optimizations”, a strategic update aligned with the upcoming full customs closure of the Hainan Free Trade Port.

This move isn’t just about expanding product lists, it’s about reshaping market access, consumer flow, and domestic supply chains.

Key Highlights:

🔹 Two New Product Categories:

• Pet supplies and carry-on musical instruments are now eligible for duty-free sales, expanding the total number of categories from 45 to 47.

🔹 Three Subcategory Expansions:

• Broader definitions for small appliances and electronics now include robot vacuums, mini drones, and tablet accessories.

🔹 Domestic Products Enter the Game:

• For the first time, six categories of China-made goods (e.g., clothing, ceramics, coffee, tea) are approved for duty-free sales, VAT and consumption tax exempt, alongside imports.

🔹 Wider Policy Access:

• International outbound travelers from Hainan are now eligible for duty-free purchases under the same annual 100,000 yuan cap, no transaction limit.

🔹 Island Residents Gain Flexibility:

• Hainan residents with just one off-island trip per year can now make unlimited purchases of 15 “immediate pickup” duty-free items year-round.

Why It Matters:

With over 206.9 billion yuan in offshore duty-free sales since 2020 and a growing global market share, this policy update signals Beijing’s continued commitment to making Hainan a premier consumer hub. It opens new space for retailers, logistics providers, and domestic brands to engage in the duty-free ecosystem.

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Businesses with stakes in tourism retail, supply chains, and consumer products should be paying close attention.