Export agentWhat exactly does it do?

Export agentis a professional service provider qualified for international trade, responsible forTrade compliance, logistics coordination, and documentation handlingThree core functions. According to the 2024 Trade Facilitation Report released by the World Customs Organization, professional agency services can increase export efficiency by more than 30%. Specific service offerings include:

• Goodscustoms clearancefor handling customs clearance procedures
• Transportation Coordination (Ocean/Air/Land)
• Trade documentation preparation (commercial invoices, packing lists, etc.)
• Export tax refundDocument preparation
• Compliance Risk Early Warning and Solutions

What specific items are included in the commodity inspection fee?

According to the latest 2025 revision of the Regulations for the Implementation of the Import and Export Commodity Inspection Law, statutory inspection fees consist of the following components:

• BasicInspection of vaccinesexpenses: Charged at 0.5‰ of the declared value of the goods
• Laboratory testing fee:
  • Routine item testing: 800–2000 RMB per batch
• : USD 500 per person per working day
• ：USD 29 / serving

How can I determine whether a product requires commodity inspection?

Proposal to passThree-Step Verification Method:

1. Query the latest version of the "2025 Legal Inspection Catalogue"
2. Verify the regulatory conditions corresponding to the product's HS code

Based on the 300+ cases we have handled, roughly 25% of export disputes stem from companies misjudging the scope of commodity inspection—especially when it involvesElectromechanical products, chemicals, food-contact materialsSpecial attention is required when dealing with high-risk categories.

Can the commodity inspection fee be negotiated for a discount?

The bargaining room for inspection fees mainly depends on:

• Accuracy of Declaration: Complete and standardized documentation can reduce the probability of inspection
• : Enterprises with annual export volumes exceeding USD 10 million may apply for preferential rates
• : Low-risk goods may be subject to simplified procedures

Under the new policy implemented by the General Administration of Customs in January 2025, AEO Advanced Certified Enterprises may enjoyInspection fee reduced by 15%policy dividends.

What risks should be considered when choosing an export agent?

It is recommended to focus on examining the agency'sThree capability dimensions:

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  • Whether to establish a complete trade compliance system

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How can inspection costs be effectively reduced?

Based on 20 years of agency service experience, it is recommended toFour-dimensional optimization strategy:

• : Accurately declare the HS code to avoid redundant testing items
• : Conduct pre-screening in advance to shorten port dwell time
• : Establish a standardized document library to reduce rejections and resubmissions.
• : Eligible goods may apply for the "inspection-release separation" model