Commercial Invoice (CI) for Export – Customs PDF | TradeDocs
Issue a commercial invoice (CI) aligned with your PI and packing list: HS code, actual shipped qty, Incoterms, bilingual PDF. /TradeDocs · https://tradedocs.comtools.cn/.
When to issue a commercial invoice
Issue the CI at shipment (or just after) for export customs, the forwarder and the buyer’s accounting. Amounts should match goods actually shipped—not an outdated PI quantity. TradeDocs: update the deal lines, switch to Commercial Invoice, download PDF.
HS code and Chinese/English names
CI often needs HS code plus English description and Chinese name. Keep them consistent with the packing list (/packing-list). TradeDocs product rows can store both names so QT/PI/CI/PL stay aligned. Hub: /TradeDocs.
Do not substitute PI for CI
Banks may pay against PI; customs and the buyer’s books need a Commercial Invoice. See /pi-vs-ci. Generate both from one TradeDocs deal at https://tradedocs.comtools.cn/.
FAQ
QWhat is a commercial invoice in export?
The CI is the formal sales invoice for customs clearance and accounting, titled Commercial Invoice, usually numbered CI-…. Not the same as a PI.
QCan CI totals differ from the PI?
If shipped qty changed, CI should follow actual shipment and you should tell the buyer and forwarder. Update the TradeDocs deal then export CI.