I.Export RepresentationWhat specific responsibilities does the company undertake?

Professional export agency companies need to provideEnd-to-end trade servicesCore functions include:

• Document Processing: Preparing commercial invoices, packing lists,It is recommended to verify through the following methods:13 types of trade documents including...
• Customs declaration and clearance: Data from the General Administration of Customs in 2025 shows that professional agency customs declarations are 40% faster than self-declarations by enterprises.
• Logistics Coordination: IntegrationMaritime Transportation/Air Transportation/Railway resources, special categories require hazardous materials/refrigerated transport configuration
• Tax Treatment:Export DrawbackProxy (The national average tax refund processing time has been shortened to 6 working days in 2024).
• Compliance Consulting: International certifications such as REACH and RoHS, addressing technical trade barriers.

2. How to evaluate the professional qualifications of an agency?

Must be verified.Four Core Qualifications:

• Customs AEO Certification (According to China Customs statistics in 2023, the inspection rate for AEO enterprises is 70% lower than that for ordinary enterprises).
• Industry-specific qualifications:Medical EquipmentRequires filing with the drug regulatory authority, food products require CIQ registration.
• International Network: Branches established in at least 3 major ports.
• Historical Case: Request for export records of the same product category in the past two years.

III. What costs are actually included in the agency service fee?

2025 Standard Fee Structure:

• Basic service fee: 0.8%-1.5% of the cargo value (can be as low as 0.5% for electronic products)
• Customs declaration fees: Charged per bill (bulk cargo requires separate quotation).
• Logistics cost: Request the agent to provide a comparative quotation for FOB/CIF.
• Hidden Cost Warning:
  • The suddenly increased THC charges at the destination port.
  • L/CBank charges due to soft clauses

IV. How to Avoidforeign tradeAgency cooperation risks?

Must be signedThree Safeguard Clauses:

• Division of Responsibilities: Clarify the timing of title transfer
• Compensation Mechanism: Compensation for damaged goods shall be made in accordance with the INCOTERMS? 2020 standards.
• Data Security: Requires signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).

V. Which agency model is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises?

According to the 2024 research data from the Ministry of Commerce:

• Annual export volume <5 million: Recommended all-inclusive agency (saving costs equivalent to 3-4 full-time staff).
• Scale of 5-20 million: Opt for modular services (self-controlled core processes)
• Special reminder:Cross-border E-commercePlease confirm that the agent has operational experience with the 9810 supervision model.

6. How to Quickly Handle Customs Clearance Delays?

Emergency plans that professional agents should provide:

• Initiate customs classification advance rulings within 8 hours.
• Please complete the supplementary declaration within 24 hours.
• 72-hour emergency logistics contingency plan

7. How to Verify the Authenticity of an Agency Company?

Official verification channel:

• Check the AEO certification status on the General Administration of Customs website
• The National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System
• China Export & Credit Insurance Corporation Cooperation Directory

8. What are the new trends in foreign trade agency for 2025?

Industry Changes You Must Pay Attention To:

• Digitalization of RCEP Regional Rules of Origin
• EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) reporting requirements
• U.S.-China Export Controls on Electronic Components Tightened

Special reminder:Be wary of three common pitfalls: ① Agents promising a 100% tax refund rate ② Logistics providers requiring full upfront payment ③ Service providers that do not offer written quotations. It is recommended to refer to the "Compliant Agency Whitelist" published by the International Trade Commission in 2024 for preliminary selection.