Agency export,What core items are included in the handling fee?

Agency export handling fees are usually borne byBasic Service PackagesandValue Added ServicesComposition: The pricing structure of mainstream service providers in 2025 exhibits the following characteristics:

• Basic service fee (0.8%-1.5% of cargo value)Includes routine services such as export qualification utilization, basic document review, and foreign exchange verification
• Document Processing Fee (300-800 RMB per order)Covering document preparation services including commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, etc.
• Logistics Coordination Fee (0.3% of cargo value or fixed amount of 500 CNY)Involving value-added services such as transportation vehicle coordination and cabin space arrangement
• Expedited fee for special documents (200-1500 CNY)For urgent processing of RCEP Certificate of Origin, embassy certification, etc.

How does different cargo value affect the calculation of handling fees?

Common Billing Models in 2025Tiered PricingFeatures:

• For goods value ≤ 500,000: Fixed rate starting from 1.2%, minimum charge 1,500 CNY
• For goods value >500,000 and ≤2,000,000: A tiered charge of 0.8% basic fee + document processing fee
• Order value > 2 million: Customized service packages can be negotiated, usually including additional risk management clauses

Conditions of TradeHow to influence the final cost?

According toINCOTERMS?2025Latest version, different trade terms will result in differential costs:

• FOB termsAdditional port handling fee needs to be calculated (approximately 0.2% of the cargo value)
• The CIF provisionsIncluding marine insurance agency fee (0.15% of cargo value + 50 yuan documentation fee)
• DDP termsAdditional customs clearance fees at destination port (charged according to import country standards)

What additional fees are associated with special products?

According to Announcement No. 38 of the General Administration of Customs in 2025, the following categories require special attention:

• Transportation of Dangerous GoodsMSDS Certification Fee (800-2000 RMB) + Special Packaging Fee
• Food ExportHealth Certificate Processing Fee (starting from 1500 CNY) + Traceability System Access Fee
• Lithium battery products:UN38.3 Test Report Verification Fee (0.1% of Goods Value)

How to understand cost composition through case studies?

Case 1:In 2023, a certain machinery parts exporter (goods value 1.2 million, FOB Shanghai)

• Basic Service Fee: 1.2 million × 0.8% = 9600 yuan
• Document Processing Fee: 600 RMB (including FORM E Certificate of Origin)
• Port Handling Fee: 1.2 million × 0.2% = 2400 yuan
• Total: 12,600 yuan (approximately 5% increase based on 2025 standards)

Case 2:Export of a certain chemical product in 2025 (Value: 800,000, CIF Rotterdam)

• Basic Service Fee: 800,000 × 1% = 8,000 CNY
• Hazardous Material Handling Fee: 2500 RMB (including GHS label production)
• Marine insurance agency fee: 800,000 × 0.15% + 50 = 1,250 yuan
• Total: 11750 yuan

What hidden costs should be considered when selecting an agency service provider?

• Foreign exchange settlement cycleA capital occupation fee may be incurred if the period exceeds 30 days.
• Customs clearance expedited feeNight declaration through the Single Window incurs an additional fee of 300-500 RMB
• Document Archiving FeeDocuments stored for over 1 year require annual fee payment
• System integration feeThe initial access fee for the ERP system API interface starts from 5000 yuan.