Purchase third - party customs declaration documents
Funds flow through non - regulated channels
There is a risk of tax inspection
According to the pilot data of the General Administration of Customs in 2025, the tax refund rate of enterprises using regular agents has increased by 23%. It is recommended that enterprises with an annual export volume of more than 5 million RMB give priority to general trade agency.
It should be noted that some agentsDestination port container detention feesShift to customers. It is recommended to clarify the cost - sharing clause in the contract.
How do small, medium and micro - sized enterprises choose the specifications of agency services?
Choose according to the average monthly shipment volume of the enterprise:
Monthly shipment of less than 10 containers:
The comprehensive service rate system is recommended
Give priority to the local service team
Monthly shipment of 10 - 50 containers:
It is recommended to adopt a stepped charging method
Require the allocation of an exclusive customs consultant
Monthly shipment of more than 50 containers:
A customized service plan is required
Verify the global network coverage ability of the agent
How to avoid choosing a non - compliant export agent?
Verify three core qualifications:
The AEO certification status of the customs (can be checked on the official website of the Chinese Customs)
The filing record of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange
The international trade compliance audit report (require the most recent annual report to be provided)
Typical case: A certain enterprise, due to the lack of an agentThe business qualification for export - controlled itemsresulted in the entire batch of goods being detained at the destination port, with a direct loss of over 2 million yuan.
What agency qualifications are required for special trade methods?
Special qualification requirements corresponding to different trade modes:
Processing trade:
It is necessary to have the ability to manage bonded manuals
Need to connect to the cross - border e - commerce comprehensive pilot zone system
Market Procurement:
Must obtain 1039 qualification filing
Must support the service of consolidating containers and LCL
How does the digital service capability affect the choice of agents?
In 2025, the requirements for the connection of the single customs window will be upgraded. It is recommended to focus on:
Compatibility of ERP system connection
Function of real - time customs clearance status push
Intelligent document pre - review system
Data from a leading agency enterprise shows that for customers using the intelligent customs declaration system, the customs clearance time per bill is shortened by 62%, and the declaration error rate is reduced by 89%.
How to evaluate the emergency handling capability of agents?
Require the provision of specific cases and verification:
Success rate of customs inspection response
Mediation cycle of trade disputes
Response time limit for emergencies
It is recommended to stipulate in the contracta 72 - hour dispute resolution mechanismand require the provision of a service quality report for the most recent 12 months.