Export Representationwith core functions including:

Export agency intermediaries are professional providers ofEnd-to-end international trade servicesthird-party institutions, with core functions including:

• Customs clearance procedures (accounting for 35%-40% of business volume)
• International LogisticsScheme design and implementation
• Trade document review and compliance management
  • Basic documents such as commercial invoices and packing lists
  • It is recommended to verify through the following methods:, special documents like quality certifications
• Export DrawbackAgency services (full implementation of VAT electronic tax refund system in 2025)

Is this industry legal and compliant? How to avoid black-market intermediaries?

Legitimate export agents must holdCustoms declaration enterprise registration certificate issued by the General Administration of Customs, with new additions starting from 2025Cross-border trade service provider filing system. Recommended verification items:

• Whether possessing AEO certification (Authorized Economic Operator)
• Whether joined industry associations like China Customs Brokers Association
• Whether using the Single Window system for customs對接 services

Among 126 customs violation cases uncovered in 2024, 87% involved unqualified intermediaries forging documents.

How to evaluate a service providers true professional capabilities?

It is recommended to adoptThree - dimensional evaluation method:

• Industry qualification verification (basic threshold)
• Business scenario testing
  • Providing accurate HS code queries for specific commodities
  • Requesting customized port transportation solutions
• Successful case validation
  • Request service cases in the same industry from the past 2 years
  • Verifying customs clearance time efficiency records

How exactly are agency service fees structured?

In 2025, industry average charges will be0.8%-1.5%, Specifically Including:

• Basic service fees (customs declaration, documentation)
• Logistics handling fee
  • Maritime Transportation: USD25-50 per shipment
  • Air Transportation: USD40-80 per shipment
• • Presentation of L/C documents: 800 - 1500 yuan per order
  • Agency for export tax rebate: 5% - 8% of the tax rebate amount
  • Expedited clearance: RMB500-2000
  • Special document certification: USD150-500

Will businesses still need agents in 2025? Cant companies handle it themselves?

According to General Administration of Customs 2025 data,73% offoreign tradeEnterprisebusinesses still choose professional agents, primarily because:

• Increasing complexity of tariff rules under agreements like RCEP
• Frequent upgrades to global customs electronic systems (over 20 updates annually)
• Management challenges from diversified logistics channels

Self-operation feasibility assessment criteria:

• Annual export volume < $5 million: Recommended full delegation
• $5-20 million: Can establish basic team + agent assistance
• > $20 million: Recommended to establish professional department

What are the new service trends in the agency industry in 2025?

The industry is undergoingAchieve the electronic transfer of cross-border documents through blockchain technology, use AI algorithms to predict logistics timeliness and tariff costs, and provide customers with dynamic decision-making support.:

• Intelligent customs declaration system (AI automatic HS code recognition accuracy rate reaches 98%)
• Carbon footprint tracking service (responding to EU CBAM carbon tariffs)
• Supply Chain Visualization Platform
  • Real-time tracking of 15+ international port dynamics
  • Automatic alerts for customs policy changes in 40+ countries
• Green logistics solutions (New energyPriority guarantee for ship cabin space)