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We are a small and medium-sized enterprise specializing in frozen noodles and pastries. We want to expand into the Japanese market, but we don't have the necessary resources or experience to do so.Rights. I found more than a dozen food companies onlineCompanies often offer similar services, but the fees charged vary greatly. I'd like to ask experts: What specific aspects should be considered when evaluating the reliability of these agency companies? I'm most concerned about encountering unprofessional ones that lead to goods being stranded in ports or violating regulations.
Kevin LinYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
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You must first verify whether the scope of business of the agency company's "Business License" includes "food sales" and "import and export of goods". Require them to present the Customs "Record of Importer/Exporter Registration"，and verify their credit rating on the China Customs Enterprise Import and Export Credit Information Publicity Platform. AEO Advanced Certification is a plus point. Most importantly，confirm whether they are familiar with the supervision of exported food and whether they can assist in handling the "Record of Export Food Production Enterprises" and commodity inspection documents. When signing the agency agreement，it is essential to clearly stipulate which party will bear the responsibility for port detention fees and fines caused by incorrect documents，and never accept verbal promises.
Linda GaoYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Documentation SupervisorStart a Chat
Directly request the counterparty to provide three export customs declarations for similar food products within the past six months (with sensitive information redacted), focusing on whether the destination countries include Japan and whether cold-chain transportation is involved. Clarify which shipping companies they typically use for the Japan route and whether they can provide end-to-end cold-chain monitoring from the factory to the port. Japan has extremely strict requirements for food labeling and documentation, so confirm whether they have dedicated Japanese-speaking documentation staff. Regarding costs, request a list of all potential additional fees: commodity inspection fees, fumigation fees, port THC charges, etc., to avoid hidden surcharges later. It is recommended to first ship a 20-foot small container to test their operational efficiency.
Andy GuoYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Supply Chain Management ExpertStart a Chat
Test the other party's professionalism with specific scenario questions, such as: "If a Japanese client requests a radiation detection report, can you assist with that?" or "For the payment method, they want to do 30% TT upfront and 70% upon receipt of the bill of lading copy. How would you handle that?" A reliable agent will immediately provide a clear process. Regarding contract terms, insist on phased payment of agency fees: pay 30% after signing the contract, pay 40% upon receipt of the commodity inspection report, and settle the remaining balance after the bill of lading is confirmed. Be sure to request contact information for 2-3 clients that can be verified, and only sign spot contracts for initial cooperation to avoid being locked into long-term agreements.