I. How to verify the actual qualifications of the agency?

Customs inspection basis:Agency export serviceWhen trading, the following qualification documents must be checked:

• Business license scopeIncluding terms such as "import and export of goods" or "customs declaration agency"
• Customs registration certificateChina Customs Enterprises Import and Export Credit Information Disclosure Platform
• Foreign Exchange Administration recordsLegitimate qualification for handling cross-border receipts
• Industry CertificationAs AEO certified enterprises are more trustworthy (2025 year Customs Advanced Certification enterprises have reached3.2 million)

What are the hidden costs of agency fees?

In addition to the basic agency fee (usually0.8%-1.5%) special attention is required:

• Single certificate processing fee: Each set of customs documentation may be charged200-500
• Pressure cost of funds: Interest generated over 15 days of the foreign exchange settlement cycle
• Emergency handling fees: customs inspection, change of order and other emergency service fees
• Additional service fees: special documents such as certificates of origin, commercial certificates

Third,Export tax refundHow to prevent risks?

2025 After upgrading the tax audit system, it is recommended:

• Ensure that the agency hasExport tax refundQualified
• Request to provide completeValue Added Tax Account Tracking
• When the tax refund fails.Percentage of responsibility sharing
• Regularly registeredElectronic Tax OfficeCheck the progress of tax returns

What contents of the contract should be paid special attention to?

• Method of paymentExplanation of payment methods such as T/T and L/C
• Force Majeure Clause:2025 new cross-border e-commerce logistics delay handling standard
• Guarantee of Intellectual PropertyAgreement on maximum compensation for infringement
• Data confidentiality agreementSecurity measures for customer information and transaction data

How to avoid customs detention of goods?

2025 After the General Administration of Customs has strengthened the Intelligent Audit System, it recommends:

• Pre-confirmation of product HS code accuracy
• Sensitive goods (such as lithium batteries) must be providedUN38.3 test report
• Textile materials need to be tested
• Prepare food products in advanceAccess permits of importing countries

What problems may arise with logistics?

• Space Guarantee: During peak season, booking must be made 45 days in advance.
• Transport insurance: recommended purchase value110% of goodsAll risks
• Marking: must comply with the labelling regulations of the destination country
• Special Treatment: Chemicals require MSDS and hazard certificate

How to Prevent Foreign Exchange Risk?

According to the 2025 new policy of the Foreign Exchange Administration:

• Prepaid payments exceeding the contract amount30% require prior registration
• After the collection.Within 5 working daysCompensation or declaration must be made.
• List of countries/companies subject to sanctions
• Request agency to provideForeign exchange risk hedge program

How to respond quickly to trade disputes?

• agreed in the contract.Dispute settlementChina International Trade Arbitration Commission
• Reserve is complete.Communication recordsandDelivery of goods certificates
• Significant ContractsConsular Authentication
• EstablishedEmergency GuaranteeThe system

IX. How to assess the service capacity of the agency?

• See the last3 yearCustoms credit level
• Request to provide at least 3Cases of Industry Customers
• Test themCustoms systemData Connectivity Capacity
• Confirming overseas agency network coverage of target markets

X. Is the capacity of digital services achieved?

2025 The quality agency should have:

• Tracking in real time.Logistics visualization system
• generated automaticallyPre-registration of CustomsThe intelligent system.
• Connected with a single window.Data exchange platforms
• supportedBlockchain evidenceElectronic certificate system.