RE Inventory Registration
Register annual usage
Deposit
30% of the annual usage.
Import annual usage
Stored in warehouse in Japan. All the costs are borne by our company.
Delivered when needed
Uninterrupted deliveries throughout the year. Payment is after shipment.
Refund deposit
Once the annual usage has been reached, deposit will be refunded in full.
How to start
We will offer you the price and registration fee (deposit).
Deposit: 30% of annual usage.
Deposit will be refunded in full once the annual usage has been used. Continued registration is also possible.
We cover all purchase costs, import fees, customs duties, etc.
No cost to the customer.
Stored in a domestic warehouse (storage fees are borne by our company).
Delivering the amount you need, when you need it (free shipping).
Delivery time from the second order onwards: 3 days
Payment is after shipment.
FAQ
- 01
The domestic inventory registration service provided by Rare Earth Rocks Kyoto is
This system was designed to ensure a stable supply of rare earth products to our customers.
Here's how it works:
With this service, we will temporarily deposit a registration fee equivalent to 30% of your annual usage, and we will purchase and manage your rare earth products according to your annual demand.
Storing these products in our domestic warehouses ensures uninterrupted access to necessary resources year-round, mitigating the risks associated with supply chain disruptions and helping to maintain consistent workflow for your business.
The registration fee will be refunded in full once the annual usage amount has been used up.
- 02
Yes, you can import it.
At Rare Earth Rocks Kyoto, we handle the import procedures for rare earth export-regulated items in China.
On April 9, 2025, we established a specialized team in China to facilitate the export license application process.
As of August 31, after the team was established, 20 export license have been obtained.
Items subject to export regulations include:
1. Samarium (Sm)
2. Gadolinium (Gd)
3. Terbium (Tb)
4. Dysprosium (Dy)
5. Luthetium (Lu)
6. Scandium (Sc)
7. Yttrium (Y)
Products or samples containing more than 0.1% of these elements are subject to regulations and require an export license.
This regulation came into effect on April 4, 2025.
We import safely and securely after obtaining export licenses, so please feel free to contact us.
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The export license application requires the following documents:
1. Contract
2. Dual-use (military and civilian) technical descriptions or inspection reports
3. End-user and end-use certification documents
4. Importer's Certificate
5. Identification card of the legal representative and business owner of the exporting company
6. Supplementary materials (e.g., supply chain description)
Of these, the end user and final destination certificate (3) must be prepared by the customer.
We will provide you with the form and an example of how to fill it out, so you can prepare with peace of mind.
We will provide all other documents.
The application process and required timeframe is as follows:
Week 1: Collect required documents, prepare application form, and submit to the China Regional Bureau of Commerce
Week 2: Acceptance and review by the Chugoku Regional Bureau of Commerce
3rd week: Acceptance and review by the Ministry of Commerce of China (approximately 45 business days)
Week 10: Export license issued and ready to ship
Our specialized team will support you from document preparation to submission, ensuring a smooth application process.
The application is submitted to the Ministry of Commerce of China, and the entire process takes approximately 10 weeks.
You can rest assured that this process will ensure that you receive your export license quickly and reliably.
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**License Expiration Date**
The export license is valid until March 31st of each year.
If you wish to continue using the service, you must renew it by March 31st of each year.
**License Type**
1. One contract, one license:
This type of license is issued per contract and requires a new license for each contract.
2. One contract, multiple licenses:
This type of license allows for up to 12 shipments under one contract. Within the validity period, multiple shipments can be made quickly, significantly shortening delivery times, especially for subsequent shipments.
If you have any further questions about specific operations or procedures, please feel free to contact us.
- 05
We will keep you updated on the status of your export license application at each stage via the online tracking system provided by the Ministry of Commerce of China.
Specifically, we will share information along the following timeline:
❏ Submission: When the license application was submitted.
❏ Accepted: When the application is officially accepted.
❏ Under review: Your application is under review.
❏ Completed: The review is complete and the permit is ready to be issued.
❏ Issued: When the permit was finally issued.
This detailed tracking and reporting keeps you informed and gives you peace of mind as your application progresses.
Rare Earth Rocks Kyoto values transparency and prompt response, and aims to gain the trust of our customers.
- 06
yes.
In the unlikely event that your export license is denied for any reason, we will refund the full amount of the domestic inventory registration fee we have paid for your temporary storage.
We will also provide as much detail as possible about the reasons for the rejection.
Rare Earth Rocks Kyoto is committed to providing our customers with the utmost transparency and fairness, and will clearly explain all details of the process.
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Rare Earth Rocks Kyoto's main suppliers are the Chinese state-owned enterprises Northern Rare Earth and China Rare Earth, and their subsidiaries. These manufacturers are globally recognized leaders in the production of rare earth elements.
We have a system in place to provide you with the best manufacturer to suit your needs, and after understanding the details of your product, we will provide you with more detailed manufacturer information.
In addition, our suppliers are AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) certified, which indicates excellent cargo security management and compliance systems.
AEO certification simplifies customs clearance procedures in China, resulting in shorter delivery times, enabling us to provide our customers with fast and reliable service.
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**Export Regulated Item Process**
**License required
**Delivery time: 90 days (2nd order: 30 days)
1. Order
2. Export License Application: It takes approximately 60 days to apply for and obtain an export license.
3. Sampling: After obtaining the license.
4. Production: After confirming the sample, production will begin.
5. Shipping: It takes approximately 90 days from order to delivery.
6. Second shipment: Delivery time is 30 days.
**Export Non-regulated Product Process**
**No license required
**Delivery time: 30 days
1. Order
2. Sampling
3. Production: After confirming the sample, production will begin.
4. Shipping: It takes approximately 30 days from order to delivery.
*Please note that the first delivery time may be shortened or extended depending on the characteristics of your product and the manufacturing process. Therefore, we will provide you with the optimal delivery time after understanding your product details.