enteredExport agentWhat core services are specifically provided?

Professional import and export agency services cover the following core content:

• Customs process managementIncluding HS code classification, preparation of customs declaration documents, operation of the electronic port and coordination of customs inspections.
• International logisticsThe solutionShipping/air freight booking, transportation insurance, destination port customs clearance and special cargo transportation plans.
• Establishment of Trade Document SystemProfessional handling of 38 types of foreign trade documents such as letter of credit review, certificate of origin, and inspection and quarantine certificate.
• Foreign exchange settlement services: Cross - border payment and receipt of foreign exchange, foreign exchange verification,Export tax refundAgency and exchange rate risk management
• Compliance consultation and trainingInterpretation of the latest trade policies in 2025, AEO certification guidance, anti - dumping response strategies.

What is the standard operation process of import - export agents?

A standardized agency service process consists of seven key links:

• Signing of service agreement (clarify the division of responsibilities and risk assumption)
• Trade plan design (combined with the latest free trade agreements in 2025)
• Pre - review of documents and guidance on stock preparation
• Declaration by intelligent customs declaration system
• Logistics dynamic visual tracking
• Foreign exchange intelligent matching settlement
• Analysis of after - sales data archiving

What components does the agency service fee include?

The cost structure of agency services in 2025 presents the following characteristics:

• Basic agency fees: Usually 0.8% - 1.5% of the cargo value (For bulk commodities, it can be as low as 0.3%)
• Value Added Services:
  • Special document certification (e.g., Saudi SABER certification) incurs an additional fee of 500 - 2000 yuan
  • Expedited customs clearance service fee (priority handling by customs) is charged per ticket
• Risk guarantee fundFor goods involved in anti - dumping, a deposit of 3% - 5% of the cargo value needs to be paid.

How to evaluate the compliance guarantee ability of an agency company?

It is recommended to examine from four dimensions:

• Customs compliance systemWhether it has the qualification of Customs AEO advanced certification.
• Data security certificationCheck for ISO 27001 Information Security Management System certification.
• Risk response cases: Require to provide successful cases of customs inspection response in the past 2 years
• Coverage of insuranceCheck whether insurance types such as inspection and port detention insurance and trade dispute insurance are complete.

What new changes in agency services should be noted in 2025?

Three major trends should be focused on:

• Digital reportingCustoms authorities nationwide have achieved full coverage of "smart image review + blockchain documentation."
• The Green Trade RequirementsDeclaration changes brought about by the official implementation of the EU CBAM carbon tariff mechanism.
• Upgrade of regional agreementsNew opportunities for tariff reduction brought by the optimization of RCEP rules of origin.

How to select a suitable import and export agency company?

It is recommended to adopt the "Five-Step Screening Method":

• Verify enterprise qualifications (customs filing number, list of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange)
• Evaluate Industry Experience (requirement to provide export cases of similar products)
• Test response speed (timeliness from inquiry to solution provision)
• Verification of service network (on - site inspection of customs clearance capabilities in major trading countries)
• Confirm Technical Capabilities (whether equipped with an intelligent customs system and data dashboard)

Special Reminder: According to the latest data of the General Administration of Customs in 2025, choosing an agency company with a complete risk control system can reduce the inspection rate of enterprises by 40% and shorten the average customs clearance time to 8.7 hours. It is recommended that enterprises pay special attention to the compliance management system and emergency response mechanism of the agency company, especially the need for professional legal team support in dealing with international trade frictions.