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A Must-Read for Foreign Trade Beginners: A Complete Guide to the Shipping Process and Detailed Explanation of Bill of Lading Copies and Telex Releases

2025-05-26

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the shipping process for beginners in foreign trade, addressing the validity of bill of lading copies, the operation of telex release bills of lading, and the division of responsibilities under FOB terms, helping novices clarify procedures and successfully complete export transactions.

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Beginner's Guide to ASEAN-10: How to Easily Check HS Codes?

2025-05-22

This article takes the HS code of white chocolate as an example to detail the steps for querying the unified HS codes of ASEAN countries through the Vietnam Customs official website. It also outlines the background and trade advantages of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area, helping foreign trade beginners quickly master HS code queries and seize opportunities in the ASEAN market.

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Export Cost Calculation: Did Your Quote End Up Undercutting Yourself?

2025-05-22

This article discusses export cost accounting, exploring whether it is reliable to quote prices based on actual costs (purchase cost minus tax refunds), especially in highly competitive industries like packaging bags, and shares practical advice and real-world experience.

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Components of Export Cost Accounting

2024-08-27

Export cost accounting is a systematic analysis of all costs of foreign trade enterprises to determine appropriate quotations and assess risks. This process involves the calculation of direct and indirect costs, logistics, taxes, customs fees, and other related expenses, which helps enterprises formulate export strategies and achieve profitability.

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Eight Common Foreign Trade Payment Collection Methods

2024-08-14

The following are eight common foreign trade payment methods: T/T Telegraphic Transfer, L/C Letter of Credit, D/P Documents against Payment, D/A Documents against Acceptance, O/A Open Account Payment, Escrow Service Confirmed Payment, Paypal Online Payment, Western Union Express Remittance.

How to handle imported additives paid from the US but shipped from China? Avoid these pitfalls!

2024-10-29

October 29, 2024 12: 36

Carbon Tariff, Carbon Quota and Carbon Credit: Differences and Domestic and Foreign Conversion

2024-10-29

Russia is one of the largest countries in the world and also one of the important import markets. If you want to export goods to Russia, you need to understand Russias import regulations.

What are the matters that need attention when exporting to Russia?

2024-10-29

Exporting to Russia is one of the important ways for many enterprises to expand the international market. However, due to Russias regulations and cultural differences, there are many things to note when exporting to Russia. The following are the services provided by Zhongshen for exporting to Russia.

What Precautions Should be Taken for Exports to Russia?

2024-10-28

Exporting to Russia is a challenging task because the political and economic environment of the country often changes, making the export process full of risks and uncertainties. In addition, due to the strict customs procedures in Russia, specific regulations and procedures need to be followed; otherwise, the goods may be refused entry into the country.

Trade Terms | Obligations of the Buyer and Seller under DDP

2024-10-28

November 6, 2024 13: 39

Precautions for Exporting Plastic Products

2024-10-28

March 25, 2025 00: 33

What is the US import tariff? How to pay it?

2024-10-28

[Export Tax Rebate] What are the tariff policies of the country of destination for imported goods?

What are the benefits of Golden Tax Phase 4 for foreign trade enterprises?

2024-10-28

Golden Tax Phase IV is a reform project of the State Taxation Administration of China, mainly aiming at the optimization and modernization of the tax collection and management process. The benefits of Golden Tax Phase IV for foreign - trade enterprises are as follows in 5 aspects:

Exports of Chinese clothing and home textiles are stable with changes: New markets and supply chain optimization!

2024-10-28

In the first four months of 2024, the overall exports of Chinese clothing and home textile products were stable. The export volume of knitted and woven clothing increased while the price decreased. Exports to Europe and the United States stabilized, and emerging markets grew rapidly. The industry faces the pressure of shipping costs and tariffs.