Export agentWhat practical problems can it actually solve for enterprises?

The core value of professional export agency services is reflected in three dimensions:Compliance guarantee,Professional supportandEfficiency ImprovementSpecifically, it includes:

• Avoid administrative penalties caused by incorrect HS code classification (The customs inspection intensity was increased in 2025)
• Integrate logistics resources to reduce comprehensive transportation costs (especiallyOcean shipping(LCL business can save 35% of costs)
• Docking with the single - window system of the electronic port (Newly added in 2025)Certificate of OriginAutomatic verification function)

What specific links does a complete export agency process include?

The standardized service process can be divided into seven stages:

• Pre - preparation
  • Sign the Export Agency Agreement to clarify the division of rights and responsibilities
  • Complete the exporter filing and electronic port authorization
• Order execution
  • International logisticsScheme comparison and selection (In 2025, preferential agreement tax rates are applied first to RCEP countries)
  • Prepare the proforma invoice and packing list
• Customs declaration
  • Pre - classification declaration (it is recommended to do it 5 working days in advance)
  • Upload data to the cross - border trade blockchain platform

How to judge whether the service ability of an agency company meets the standard?

In 2025, when choosing an agency service provider, three new indicators should be focused on:

• Whether it has the AEO advanced certification qualification (The General Administration of Customs revised the certification standards in 2024)
• Cross - border payment and settlement system docking ability (supporting cross - border settlement of digital RMB is a plus)
• Carbon emission monitoring and reporting system (meeting the requirements of the EU CBAM Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism)

What necessary expenses does the export agency fee include?

Composition of standard service fees (Taking an order with a cargo value of 1 million US dollars as an example):

• Basic service fee: 0.8% - 1.2% of the cargo value (including customs declaration and document preparation)
• Special service fee:
  • Tax rebate financing service: LIBOR + 3.5%
  • Declaration of special items: starting from 2000 yuan per order
• Government fees: Reimbursement based on actual expenses (The visa fee for the certificate of origin will be cancelled from 2025)

What links need special attention in emerging market exports?

For emerging markets such as Africa and the Middle East, special attention should be paid in 2025:

• The validity period of the Nigerian SONCAP certification is shortened to 3 months
• The Saudi SABER system has added mandatory certification for 28 categories of products
• The IMEI code of the goods (electronic products) must be indicated in the Egyptian import declaration

It is recommended to choose an agency company with local branches, which can shorten the customs clearance time by more than 30%.

How to handle customs inspections efficiently when encountered?

Standard emergency process of professional agency companies:

• Complete the receipt of inspection notice and data review within 2 hours
• Dispatch personnel to cooperate with on - site inspection within 4 hours (The mobile inspection APP will be fully implemented in 2025)
• Complete subsequent handling such as tax supplement/order modification within 48 hours

Typical case: a certain machineryEquipment ExportBeing put under control due to inconsistent material declaration, the agency company completed the tax number change declaration within 3 working days by providing a third - party test report.