I. Foreign tradeExport agentWhat core services can actually be provided?

Professional foreign tradeExport agentcompany should possess53. full-process service capability, mainly including:

• Document Preparation and Review (Proforma Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin)
• Export customs clearanceand cross-border logistics solution design
• Foreign exchange receipt and payment andExport tax refundAgently
• Trade Compliance Risk Screening (HS Code Classification, Embargoed Country Verification)
• Special Customs Supervision Zones (Bonded Zones/Comprehensive Bonded Zones) Customs Clearance Services

According to the latest revised "Customs Credit Management Measures" in 2025,AEOEnterprise with Advanced Certification enjoysPriority Customs Inspection Right, High-quality agency companies can assist enterprises in completing certification applications.

II. How significant is the cost difference between self-operated exports and agency exports?

Based on data from over 300 enterprise cases we have served, export agency services can save20%-35% overall cost, mainly reflected in:

• Labor costs:No need to establish a 5-8 person foreign trade team
• Logistics costs:Agency companies can obtain contract rates for sea/air freight.
• Capital cost:The tax refund advance period has been shortened to 15 working days.
• Trial and Error Cost:Avoid demurrage charges due to documentation errors (average USD 2000/container)

Three: How to Assess the Professional Reliability of an Agency?

It is recommended to evaluate from four dimensions:

• Verification of Qualification:
  • Customs AEO Certification Level
  • 40. Member of the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA)
• Business Coverage:
  • Do you have practical experience in customs clearance operations for RCEP member countries?
  • Special Commodity (Lithium Batteries/Hazardous Chemicals) Transport Qualification
• Technical capabilities:Is the real-time tracking system integrated with the Customs Single Window?
• Risk control:Whether to establish an export control compliance screening mechanism

IV. What are the new changes in the foreign trade agency fee structure for 2025?

According to the latest market research, agency service fees are showingThe ladder fee.trends:

• Basic service fee:Approximately USD 800-1200 per order (including customs declaration, documentation, and tax refund filing)
• Value Added Services:
  • VAT Registration in Destination Country: USD500-800/Country
  • Anti-dumping Duty Demonstration: Starting from USD1,500 per category
• Risk Protection Fee:Value of goods: 0.3%-0.5% (covering inspection and port detention risks)

5. How Should Foreign Trade Agents Handle Unexpected Customs Inspections?

Professional agency companies will establishProfessional agencies should provide:

• Retrieve complete customs declaration documents within 1 hour
• Arrange for a local customs broker to provide on-site assistance within 4 hours.
• Delivered within 8 hours.Compliance certification materials(For example, certificate of origin, testing report)

According to 2025 General Administration of Customs data, the agency'sInspection Response Success RateIt is 42% higher than self-operated enterprises.

VI. What Legal Risks Must Be Considered When Selecting a Foreign Trade Agent?

Special attention requiredThree Major Legal Documents:

• Standard contract:Clearly define the division of responsibilities between both parties in intellectual property and quality disputes.
• Payment Terms:It is recommended to use a TT+Escrow account combination for payment.
• Non-Disclosure Agreement:The protection details must include customer information and transaction data.

We have previously handled cases involvingHS code classification errorsThe administrative penalty case resulted in the agency company bearing the full USD 12,000 fine.

7. Which agency cooperation model is more suitable for small, medium, and micro enterprises?

Recommend choosing based on monthly export volume:

• Monthly exports ≤ 5 orders:Pay per ticket (suitable for trial order phase)
• Monthly exports: 6-20 orders:Package-based pricing plan (reducing per-shipment cost by 15%–20%)
• Monthly exports > 20 orders:Customized Annual Service (Includes Exclusive Customs Consultant)

8. How Can Foreign Trade Agents Help Enterprises Cope with International Trade Barriers?

High-quality agency services provideFourfold Guarantee:

• Real-time monitoring of global trade alerts (such as U.S. Section 301 investigations)
• Prepare in advanceRules of Origin Optimization Plan
• Establish alternative market logistics channels (such as backup options for the China-Europe Railway Express)
• Organizing collective industry responses (to anti-dumping investigations)