I. EntryExport RepresentationWhat Exactly Does It Do?

import and exportThe agent is a professional service provider with AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) certification from customs, acting on behalf of enterprises to complete...Customs declaration and clearance, logistics and transportation, document reviewEnd-to-end trade operations. According to the latest 2025 statistics from the General Administration of Customs, over 63% of SMEs opt for agency models to conduct cross-border trade, primarily addressing the following issues:

• The enterprise does not have import and export operation rights.
• Lack of professionals in customs declaration and inspection.
• Avoid trade compliance risks
• OptimizeInternational LogisticsCustoms Clearance Stability

II. What are the essential differences between self - operated import and export and the agency model?

The main differences lie inQualification requirements, cost structure, risk assumptionThree dimensions:

• Qualification level
  • Self-operated businesses need to obtain six qualifications, including customs registration and electronic port.
  • The agency model only requires providing a copy of the business license.
• Full - container cold chain
  • The average annual maintenance cost for self-operated enterprises is approximately 150,000 to 200,000 yuan.
  • The agency service fee is typically 0.8%-1.5% of the cargo value.

III. What Core Services Do Professional Agency Companies Provide?

High-quality agents will buildFour Major Service Systems:

• Customs clearance services (HS code classification, license processing)
• Logistics Plan (Maritime TransportationLCL (Less than Container Load),Air TransportationExpress Special Line)
• Document Management (L/CAudit,It is recommended to verify through the following methods:Application (Claim)
• Tax optimization (Export Drawback, Cross-border VAT processing)

IV. How are import and export agency fees calculated?

The mainstream industry pricing models in 2025 will include:

• Basic service fee: Charged on a tiered basis of 0.5%-2% of the cargo value.
• Special handling fee:
  • Express customs clearance: 500-2000 RMB per shipment.
  • Commodity Inspection Agency Service: 800-1500 RMB/batch
• Commitment Terms: Some agents offer a "customs clearance time guarantee."

5. How to Choose a Reliable Import and Export Agent?

It is recommended toThree-dimensional evaluation systemFilter:

• Qualification review: Confirm AEO certification by customs and registration with the foreign exchange administration
• Industry Reputation: Key evaluation onMedical Equipment, experience in handling special categories such as chemicals.
• : Document review process, historical data of error rates: Request to review customs inspection records for the past three years.

6. What risks might one encounter when using a proxy?

Special attention is required.Three Major Risk Points:

• Document discrepancies causing customs clearance delays (occurrence probability 18%)
• Misclassification leads to customs administrative penalties (a fine of 5%-30% of the cargo value).
• Settlement losses caused by exchange rate fluctuations (it is recommended to lock in forward exchange rates for 2025).

VII. Which types of enterprises particularly require import and export agency services?

The following three types of enterprises are recommended for priority consideration:

• Startups: Annual export value below 5 million yuan.
• Special category: Involve3CCertification, Commodities Subject to Legal Inspection
• Multinational trade: Conduct business operations in more than three countries simultaneously

A certain ShenzhenCross-border E-commerceA real case from a company: By utilizing agency services, the customs clearance time for its Mexico orders was reduced from 14 days to 5 days, with an annual logistics cost reduction of 22%. Customers can verify this case data on the official website of the General Administration of Customs.