During September 6-9, the 18th China (Zibo) International Ceramics Exposition took place in Zibo City, Shandong Province.

During the exposition, Zibo Customs House in Jinan Customs District actively provided guidance and services by coordinating with the event organizers. The operational officers were stationed at the expo to publicize Customs control and service measures in terms of clearance control, inspection and quarantine, follow-up management, IPR protection, etc., handing out Ceramics Clearance Guide to the exhibitors and purchasers; the Customs officers also frequently visited local ceramic businesses to provide consulting service and help about the clearance process involving multi-place declaration, export tax refund, etc.