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What services does an import and export agency provide?
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Our company just started doingI want to find a jobWe want to cooperate, but we're not sure what specific services the agency can assist us with. We're worried about missing any steps. Could you please explain them in detail?
Jason WuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
International Logistics & Supply Chain ManagerStart a Chat
From the perspective of compliance and supervision，the core business of import and export agents firstly involves customs declaration，including accurately classifying HS codes，determining customs value，and submitting customs declarations and accompanying documents to the customs authority. Secondly，they handle various regulatory documents such as commodity inspection clearance certificates，import licenses，automatic import licenses，and 3C certifications，which must be obtained before customs declaration. Thirdly，they assist with origin-related services，helping clients apply for general origin certificates，GSP origin certificates，or various free trade agreement origin certificates，which directly affect tariff preferences. Finally，they provide compliance and risk control services，including reviewing whether trade terms comply with regulations，assessing potential risks of prohibited/restricted items，and verifying whether special qualifications are required. It is particularly important to note that agents must hold a Recorded Customs Declaration Unit Certificate，and clients should verify their qualifications to avoid potential customs penalties.
Daniel XuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Director of Import & Export OperationsStart a Chat
From a logistics operational perspective, agency services cover the entire supply chain. Firstly, for international transportation, agents can help you select full container/LCL shipping, air freight, rail transport, or multimodal logistics based on cargo volume, and arrange booking and loading. Secondly, for customs clearance services, agents are responsible for handling document exchange, inspection and declaration, tax payment, inspection coordination, and release and pickup of goods after arrival. Thirdly, warehouse and distribution services include port pickup, bonded warehousing, distribution, and even door-to-door delivery. Fourthly, they implement trade terms such as FOB, where agents arrange all inland transportation and customs declaration before loading, and for CIF, agents also handle marine insurance and customs clearance at the destination port. Finally, they handle all documentation, including invoices, packing lists, bill of lading confirmations, and insurance policies, to ensure document consistency and avoid additional costs due to port and container delays.
Kevin LinYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Trade Solutions ManagerStart a Chat
From a business execution perspective, the value of an agent lies in helping you streamline the flow of funds and documents. Firstly, regarding payment and settlement services, the agent can collect foreign currency payments on your behalf, convert them into RMB for transfer to you, or make payments to foreign suppliers on your behalf, solving problems such as lack of foreign exchange accounts or insufficient quotas. Secondly, for letter of credit services, the agent can issue or review letters of credit on your behalf, handle discrepancies in documents, and avoid the risk of bank refusal. Thirdly, for trade financing, you can apply for import documentary credit, export factoring, and tax refund financing through the agent's credit line, alleviating funding pressures. Fourthly, for contract clause design, the agent will help you review trade documents such as PI, CI, and PO to ensure that payment methods, delivery periods, and claim clauses are favorable to you. Finally, for risk isolation, by using the agent company as an intermediary, you can conceal the identities of real suppliers or customers, protect trade secrets, and avoid legal risks in direct trade.