enteredExport agentWhich national economic industry classification does it belong to?

According to the latest 2025 National Economic Industry Classification Standard (GB/T 4754-2025), import/export agencies are clearly classified underBusiness services industry (Code 72)withinTrade agency and brokerage services (7242). Key characteristics include:

• Not directly involved in commodity production or trading
• Service fees as primary revenue source
• Requires approval from the General Administration of Customscustoms clearanceQualified
• Involves registration with the State Administration of Foreign Exchange

What specific services do import/export agency companies provide?

Professional agency company service modules can be subdivided into:

• Customs clearance services: HS code classification, license processing,Inspection of vaccines
• Logistics Management: Transportation solution design, space booking, transportation insurance
• Document processing: Commercial invoice/packing list preparation, certificate of origin application
• Tax Planning:Export tax refundDeclaration, cross-border VAT processing
• Compliance consulting: Trade control policy interpretation, AEO certification guidance

Are import/export agencies substitutes for freight forwarders/customs brokers?

This is a common misconception. In reality:

• Different legal status: Agency companies are independent business entities responsible for entire trade processes
• Service dimension differences: Freight forwarders focus on transportation, customs brokers specialize in clearance, while agency companies provide full-chain solutions
• Higher qualification requirements: Must simultaneously possess international freight/customs clearance/import-export operation rights

What compliance risks exist in agency agreements? How to prevent them?

Recent customs inspection cases reveal the following major risk points:

• Inaccurate document declarations (accounting for 38% of inspection cases in 2025)
• Commodity classification errors (average penalty of 20,000-50,000 yuan per case)
• Expired licenses (new electronic license verification system added in 2025)

Recommended preventive measures:

• Include data authenticity clauses in agency agreements
• Require agents to provide process monitoring systems
• Purchase trade compliance insurance (market rates approximately 0.3%-0.8%)

How are the fee standards for import/export agencies determined?

Three major fee models emerging in the industry in 2025:

• Charging by ticketCommon for small orders: 800-2,000 yuan per case
• According to the proportion of the goods valueMainstream model for bulk trade: 0.5%-1.2% fee rate
• annual service feeSuitable for high-frequency clients: can save 15%-30% in costs

Case study: A machinery equipment exporter with annual exports of 80 million yuan chose a 1% proportional fee + 30,000 yuan annual base fee, saving 117,000 yuan compared to per-case billing.

How to choose a reliable import and export agency company?

Five key dimensions to evaluate:

• Industry qualificationsAEO advanced certification, Classified Exporters qualification
• Service networksService network coverage in major ports/free trade zones
• Wind control systemWhether equipped with trade compliance review system
• Information technology levelERP system integration support (e.g., SAP, Yonyou U8)
• The industry speech.Query penalty records in the Customs Credit Publicity System

What common misconceptions about the import/export agency industry should be alerted to?

• Misconception 1: "Low-price promise = High cost performance" (May actually transfer compliance risks)
• Misconception 2: "All-inclusive service equals zero responsibility" (Enterprises still bear the primary responsibility for declaration).
• Misconception 3: "Bigger is Better" (Small and Medium-Sized Agencies Hold Professional Advantages in Specific Categories)