I.Agency export,What Logistics Qualifications Need Review?

When selecting an export service agent, it is essential to verify the following qualification documents:

• International freightAgent registration certificate(Valid until 20251 February)
• Customs AEO certification (priority given to advanced certified enterprises)
• IATA certification (air transportMandatory)
• Special cargo transportation qualifications (e.g., dangerous goods/cold chain logistics)

Case: In 2024, an electronics exporter had an entire shipment detained at the destination port due to the agents lack of lithium battery transportation qualifications, resulting in direct losses of $120,000.

How to Calculate Costs for Different Transportation Modes?

Key components of logistics costs to monitor in 2025:

• The Maritime: Base freight + Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF) + Low Sulfur Fuel Surcharge (LSF)
• air transport: Chargeable weight × class rate + security surcharge
• China-Europe Express: All-inclusive price must cover overseas segmentsCustoms clearanceCosts of

It is recommended to request agents to provide the 2025 INCOTERMS cost breakdown sheet, with special attention to insurance coverage changes under CIP terms.

How to Avoid Customs Documentation Errors?

8 essential documents that must be prepared:

• Commercial invoice (must indicate the first 6 digits of HS CODE)
• Packing list (gross/net weight error < 3%)
• Certificate of origin (RCEP certificate utilization rate increased to 38%)
• Transport documents (ocean bill of lading must include ISPS code)

EU 2024 regulations require electronic invoices to include EORI numbers. It is recommended to adopt blockchain verification systems for document management.

How to Handle Additional Destination Port Charges?

2025 destination port fee warnings:

• Demurrage (D&D): During peak seasons at U.S. ports, it can reach $200/day.
• Inspection storage fees: Under new EU regulations, minimum storage period reduced to 72 hours
• Anti-dumping deposit: Must be prepaid 72 hours before cargo arrival

Countermeasures: Clearly define cost allocation clauses in agency agreements and request estimated destination port fees (2025 major port fee benchmarks have been updated)

Special Considerations for Unique Cargo Transportation

Latest 2025 regulatory requirements:

• Lithium battery: UN38.3 test report + 1.2-meter drop test certification
• Chemical products: Must provide complete 16-section SDS (Safety Data Sheet)
• 28. Food category: GACC registration number + destination country FDA filing

It is recommended to select chemical transportation fleets with ADR certification,The containerMust display 2025 GHS standard warning labels.

How to TrackInternational logisticsUpdates?

2025 Main Tracking Methods Comparison:

• Ocean Shipping: Container IoT Sensors (Accuracy up to 98%)
• Air Freight: IATA Cargo XML Messaging System
• Railway: China-Europe Railway Express Beidou Positioning System

Key verification: whether the agency company has access to the General Administration of Customs' 'Single Window' system for international trade, enabling real-time linkage of customs declaration and logistics data.

How to File Claims for Cargo Damage?

Three Steps for Claim Processing:

• Submit on-site photos and notarized report within 48 hours
• Provide proof that packaging complies with ISTA 6-FEDEX standards
• Apply for compensation based on carriers liability limit (Ocean shipping ≤666.67 SDR per piece)

Recommend purchasing 2025 version of All Risks marine insurance, covering war risk and strike risk additional clauses, with insured amount recommended at 110% of CIF value.