I.Agency export,What statutory qualifications does a company need?

According to the latest 2025 Foreign Trade Law, legal export agency business must meet:

• Import and Export Rights: Must hold the Foreign Trade Operator Registration Record issued by the commerce department
• Customs AEO certification: For special commodities like mechanical/electrical or chemical products, general certification level or above is required
• Foreign exchange settlement qualification: Payment and receipt account system registered with the State Administration of Foreign Exchange
• Industry-specific licensesFor commodities such as medical devices and food, corresponding regulatory approvals must be obtained from the authorities.

What are the statutory procedures for export customs clearance?

Announcement No. 38 of 2025 by the General Administration of Customs specifies that agency exports must complete:

• Sign standardizedTripartite agency agreement(Manufacturer - Agency Company - Overseas Buyer)
• Provide during declarationComplete document chain:
  • Proforma invoice and commercial contract
  • Packing list and customs declaration power of attorney
  • Certificate of origin (for specific commodities)
• Complete through the International Trade Single WindowElectronic customs declaration

Third,Export tax refundWhat are the latest compliance requirements?

The State Taxation Administrations 2025 VAT Management Measures stipulate:

• The agent must retain:
  • VAT special invoices issued by the manufacturing enterprise
  • Foreign exchange receipt documents (receipt amount ≥ declared amount)
  • Shipping documents such as ocean bills of lading
• Tax refund time limit shortened: Declaration must be completed within 90 days after goods departure
• Added newExport tax refundFiling formElectronic signature system

How to avoid common legal risks in export agency?

Based on typical trade dispute cases in 2024-2 2025, special attention should be paid to:

• Intellectual Property Risk: Agency export goods require trademark authorization or patent declaration
• Trade sanction risks: Real-time updates to controlled country/entity list screening system
• Quality responsibility division: Quality dispute resolution clauses must be clearly stated in agency agreements
• Foreign exchange control risks: Failure to receive payment within 30 days must be reported in the foreign exchange monitoring system

What compliance details should be considered when selecting an agency company?

According to recommendations from the 2025 International Trade Compliance White Paper:

• Check theCustoms credit level(Available on China Customs website)
• Confirm itForeign exchange classification supervision categories(Priority given to Class A enterprises)
• Request to provideAnnual Compliance Audit Report
• 17. Verification25. at least 3 certified customs declarersIs it complete

Specifically reminded:July, 2025 The upcoming Cross-Border Trade Compliance Management Measures require agency companies to employ certified trade compliance specialists. It is recommended to request proof of relevant personnel qualifications before cooperation.