What is agencyExport goods?

Agency export,Refers to production enterprises without import/export rights entrusting professional foreign trade companies toconduct operations under the agencys nameComplete full set of export procedures including customs declaration, tax refund, foreign exchange collection, etc. According to 2025 General Administration of Customs data, about 38% of Chinas export business is completed through agency, especially exceeding 60% in cross-border e-commerce.

What are the essential differences between agent - based export and self - managed export?

• Differences in legal entities:
  • Export agency: Foreign trade company as contract signing party
  • Self-operated export: Production enterprise signs foreign trade contract independently
• Differences in rights and responsibilities division:
  • Agency party responsible for document preparation, customs declaration and inspection
  • Entrusting party focuses on product quality and customer maintenance

How can export agency help enterprises save 20% operating costs?

Achieved through professional division of laborTriple cost reduction:

• No need to establish a foreign trade team (average annual labor cost savings of 150,000-250,000 RMB)
• Shared foreign trade companyExport tax refundQualified
• Centralized logistics bargaining to reduce shipping costs

What are the standard procedures for export agency in 2025?

• Phase 1: Qualification preparation
  • Sign the Foreign Trade Agency Agreement to clarify rights and responsibilities
  • Provide business license and product certifications
• Phase 2: Order execution
  • Agent prepares proforma invoice, packing list
  • Handle commodity inspection,Export customs clearanceProcedure

What risks should be noted when selecting an agency company?

Key verification recommendedFour core indicators:

• Customs AEO Certification Level (Priority given to Advanced Certified Enterprises)
• SAFE classification rating (Category B or above)
• Industry-specific qualifications (e.g., medical devices require operation filing)
• Historical dispute resolution records

How should export agency fees be calculated reasonably?

Year 2025 market standard fees include:

• Basic service fee: 0.8%-1.5% of goods value (including customs declaration, document preparation)
• Value-added services: Tax refund financing 0.3%/month, L/C document review 200 RMB/instance
• Special note: Beware of abnormal quotes below 0.5%

Which enterprises are particularly suitable for export agency?

• Startups with annual export volume <5 million RMB
• Manufacturers with incomplete product certifications
• Enterprises entering strictly regulated markets like EU/US for the first time
• Cross-border e-commerce sellers requiring multi-currency settlement

What core documents are required for export agency?

• Basic files:
  • Agency agreement (specifying payment settlement method)
  • Proforma invoice (must indicateTrade termse.g. FOB/CIF)
• Special files:
  • CE/FDA product certifications (target market requirements)
  • Certificate of origin (essential for tariff preferences)