Import Documentation Requirements
All imported goods must be accompanied with a VAM 91 document which. Hungarian Customs issues this it. In actual fact, this document is a declaration for the type and number of imported goods. VAM 91 document must contain the Product Code Number which defines the classification of the goods. Central Statistical Office issues the Product Code Number.
For consumer distribution, the importer must present a certification document from the Commercial Quality Control Institute (KERMI); goods cannot be custom-cleared without the KERMI permits. Other products intended for industrial production like raw materials, will need a waiver of certification. With reference to certain consumer products, KERMI may permit documentation from other testing and certification agencies such as the National Institute for Drugs and the Quality Control Office of the Building Industry.
Finally, those products whose trade is still controlled by the government require the appropriate license from the Ministry of Economics.
Approximately 90% of imported products don’t require an import license; nevertheless licenses are still required for some consumer goods (those subject to quota), including automobiles, and textiles. Products which are typically controlled in the United States and other western countries such as arms/ammunition, military equipment, hazardous materials, materials for biological weapons, psychotropic products, nuclear products and uranium ore are similarly controlled in Hungary.
Prohibited Imports
Hungary does not prohibit the importation of any product. However, special permits are required for the importation of such items as endangered species, plants, environmentally hazardous products, and certain drugs.
Customs Valuation
Customs Valuation is on an ad valorem basis. Customs debt includes the customs duty assessed, the general turnover tax (VAT) - usually 25% of value, the consumption tax, any statistical fees and the customs clearance fee (1% on goods originating from GATT member countries), and any various fees such as road fund contributions and/or environmental protection fees. The customs debt is due and payable within 5 business days following notification thereof.
Labeling and Marking
Food, cosmetic and household products are required of strict of labeling and marking. The main requirement for food is that labeling information must be in Hungarian. The label must include the following information: net quantity, name/address of producer (or importer), consumption expiration date, recommended storage temperature, listing of ingredients/ additives, energy content and approval symbols from the National Institute of Food Hygiene and Nutrition (OETI) and, or the Commercial Quality Testing Institute (KERMI).
Cosmetics, which are regulated by OETI, should specify: product denomination, function, handling (precautionary) instructions, production date, utilization expiration date, quantity of product, producer/importer information. There are specific marking and labeling requirements for human and animal pharmaceuticals. | 
