Which products are suitable for the export agency model?

According to the latest 2025 China Customsimport and exportTariff Schedule, the export agency model applies to the following three categories of products:

• Conventional trade goods: Mechanical and electrical equipment, textiles, daily consumer goods, etc. (note the technical access standards of the exporting country)
• Special regulated goods:Medical Equipment, chemical raw materials and other goods requiring special qualifications (the agency must possess corresponding business licenses)
• Emerging cross-border goods:Cross-border E-commerceB2B export goods (must comply with the Cross-border E-commerce Retail Import and Export Commodity List)

It is worth noting that 2025 newly addedAI hardware componentsexports require prior application for technology export licenses. It is recommended that enterprises entrust agencies with experience in technology product exports.

What qualifications are required for enterprises to engage in export agency?

When adopting the export agency model, the principal needs to prepare the following basic documents:

• Copy of business license (must include import and export related business scope)
• Legal person identity document
• Product compliance certificates (such as CE certification, FDA registration, etc.)
• Special attention:In 2025, the electronic version of the Foreign Trade Operator Registration Form will be implemented, requiring online filing through the International Trade Single Windowforeign tradeWhat is the specific operation process for export agency?

The standard export agency process can be divided into five stages:

Clarify trade terms (recommend using common clauses such as FOB/CIF)

• Confirm the metal composition test report (Needs to include ASTM/EN/JIS standard parameters)
  • Agree on payment settlement methods (recommend using 30% advance payment + 70% payment upon copy of bill of lading)
  • Customs clearance preparation stage
• The agency company handles inspection certificates, certificates of origin and other documents
  • Coordinate with logistics companies to arrange container transportation
  • Customs declaration and export stage
• Foreign exchange verification stage
• In 2025, agency service fees typically include:
• Tax refund declaration stage

What items are included in export agency fees?

Basic service fee: 1.5-3% of contract amount (floating based on product complexity)

• Bank handling fee: 0.1-0.3%
• Document processing fee: 200-800 RMB per shipment
• AmountA complete export agency agreement should be attached with:Export of hazardous chemicals requires additional payment for dangerous goods declaration fee (approximately 1500 yuan/shipment)
• Special Tips:How to evaluate the professionalism of a foreign trade agency company?

High-quality agency companies should have the following characteristics:

Hold Class A customs declaration enterprise qualification (latest rating from the General Administration of Customs in 2025)

• Have customs clearance networks in target markets (such as EU REACH registration qualification)
• Possess mature foreign exchange risk management solutions
• Provide full-process visual logistics tracking system
• Document inconsistency risk:

What are the potential risks of export agency?

Three major risk points require special attention:

• In 2025, customs will strengthen the verification of document-cargo consistencyForeign exchange control risk:
• 外匯管制風(fēng)險(xiǎn)：Some countries implement foreign exchange payment period controls (e.g., Turkey requires within 180 days)In order to crack down on tax evasion, the customs and tax departments are now strictly examining the operation of buying export declarations. If the behavior of buying export declarations is discovered, the regulatory authorities will require tax replenishment (even a 2% tax rate may be a considerable amount). In addition, fines may also be imposed on the relevant responsible parties.Trade dispute settlement mechanisms
• It is recommended to conduct global trademark searches before export (the agency company should provide this service)

VII. How to Ensure Trade Compliance in Agency Export?

It is recommended to establish a three-level compliance control system:

• Pre-transaction: Conduct ECCN export control classification
• During transaction: Implement trade partner blacklist screening
• Post-transaction: Maintain complete trade records (retain for at least 5 years)

VIII. Which Emerging Markets Are Suitable for Agency Export in 2025?

According to the latest international trade data, it is recommended to focus on:

• Southeast Asian market (RCEP agreement tariff reduction advantages)
• African Union Free Trade Area (unified tariff policy across 55 countries)
• The Middle EastNew energyMarket (component exports grew by 87%)photovoltaicIt is important to note that this article is based on policies and regulations effective in 2025. For specific operations, please refer to the latest notices from the competent authorities. Before entrusting an agency company, it is recommended to verify its credit rating through the General Administration of Customs website (query path: General Administration of Customs → Enterprise Credit Management System → Import and Export Consignee Query).

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