I.customs clearanceWhat are the basic components of the agency fee?

The cost of professional customs clearance agency services typically includesBasic Service CostsandExtended Service FeeTwo major modules:

• Basic service fee:
  • Document review fee (RMB 200-800 per shipment)
  • System declaration fee (Customs Single Window usage fee)
  • Manual Operation Fee (Charged by Product Complexity Level)
• Extended Service Fee:
  • Inspection agency fee (incurred for goods subject to legal inspection)
  • Expedited Service Fee (24-Hour Express Clearance)
  • Abnormal handling fees (e.g., customs inspection coordination fees)

2. What are the new changes in the customs declaration fee standards for 2025?

According to the latest industry observations, three major trends are emerging in pricing for 2025:

• 40. Digital service premium: Agents offering real-time customs clearance tracking systems will charge an additional 10-15% technical service fee.
• RisksAdditional feesPopularization: Affected by the ongoing China-U.S. trade friction, a 5% risk deposit is generally added to goods exported to the United States.
• Green channel fees: Goods that comply with the RCEP rules of origin are eligible for a 20% discount on the base fee.

3. Why is there a price difference of up to 300% among different agencies?

The discrepancy in quotes primarily stems fromService depthandRisk BearingDifferences:

• Basic Type Agency: Only responsible for document transfer (starting from 500 RMB per case/month).
• Standard Agency: Includes pre-classification advice (monthly settlement of 800-1500 RMB per ticket).
• Full-risk agency: Responsible for penalties due to classification errors (monthly settlement of 3,000 RMB per shipment + deposit).

IV. What hidden costs are easily overlooked during initial collaborations?

Special attention should be paid to three types of hidden fees:

• Amendment fees: Modifying HS codes after declaration may incur a cost of 800-2000 RMB per instance.
• Storage overdue fees: Terminal storage fees caused by customs clearance delays (RMB 50-300 per day)
• Document translation fees: Official Certification Translation for Special Documents (Starting from 200 RMB per page)

5. How to verify whether the customs declaration fee quotation is reasonable?

Recommended through three-dimensional cross-validation:

• Compare the quotations from more than three agencies side by side.
• Please verify the "2025 Agency Service Guidance Price List" issued by the China Customs Brokers Association.
• Please provide a detailed breakdown of the quotation (e.g., list basic services and value-added services separately).

6. Why are additional fees required for the customs declaration of special goods?

The following four types of goods usually incur additional charges:

• Hazardous Materials: UN Packaging Certification Fee (RMB 2,000-5,000)
• Food Category: Fee for Updating Sanitary Inspection Report (1,500 RMB per certificate)
• Artwork: Cultural Approval Agency Fee (Starting from 5,000 RMB)
• Chemicals: Professional MSDS review fee (800 RMB/copy)

7. Can long-term cooperation lead to more favorable quotes?

Customers with an annual export volume exceeding 100 shipments are generally eligible for:

• Basic service fee package discount (up to 30% off)
• Check the reduction of security deposit (up to 50%)
• Freemium services (such as quarterly customs analysis reports)

8. How is liability allocated for losses caused by customs declaration errors?

The division of responsibilities should focus on three key clauses in the contract:

• Fault Determination Clause: Clearly define the criteria for distinguishing between data provision errors and operational mistakes.
• Limitation of Liability Clause: It is generally agreed that the maximum compensation shall not exceed three times the service fee of the pawn ticket.
• Dispute resolution clause: It is recommended to choose the jurisdiction of the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission.