How to verify the export qualification of the agency?

According to the latest 2025 Foreign Trade Law requirements, legal agency companies must possess the following qualifications simultaneously:

• Registration Form of Foreign Trade Operators(Published by the Ministry of Commerce)
• Customs AEO certification(Priority is given to senior certified companies)
  • Check the Customs Administration certification company list on the website
  • Requirements for recent annual tax payments
• Qualifications of international freight agents(FIATA member or WCA certification)

Is the agency cost structure transparent?

The 2025 industry specification requires the agency to specify the cost of:

• Basic Service CostsTypically the value of the goods is0.8%-1.5% (wholesale goods can be negotiated)
• Processing feesPROTECTED_number_1__-800 (depending on the complexity of the document)
• Special RemindersBeware of offers containing the following hidden charges
  • Emergency port clearance costs
  • Compensation for exchange rate fluctuations
  • Additional fees for translation of documents

How to ensure the security of international money?

2025 International trade payments present three major security trends:

• Double verificationcredit card(Double warranty + double warranty)
• Blockchain Payment TrackingSupports real-time viewing of money flow paths
• Insurance portfolio program:
  • Political risk insurance
  • International transportation insurance (including war risk clauses)

What should special goods exports pay attention to?

Special requirements for key regulated categories in 2025:

• Lithium battery products:
  • UN38.3 Test Report (2024 New Standard)
  • MSDS must include ADR/RID transport clauses
• Materials for food contact:
  • EU EU 10/2011 latest amendment compliance certificate
  • FDA Factory Registration Number (Requires Validity Verification)

How to handle cross-border e-commerce returns?

2025 Major Trade Zone Return Solutions:

• The European Union RegionReduce the cost of returns using 1210 guarantee mode
• US MarketRecommend the establishment of a third-party overseas warehouse to handle reverse logistics
• RCEP member countries: Can apply for quick customs return dedicated channel

How to choose a reliable logistics partner?

Evaluation system based on 20 years of industry experience:

• Key performance indicators:
  • Capability rate ≥95%
  • Customs time ≤3 working day
• Emergency handling capabilities:
  • Check emergency response time <2 hours
  • Having a reserve port switching program

How to avoid international trade sanctions?

Key Compliance Focus Areas for 2025:

• Real-time checks on traders:
  • Access to global sanctions list databases such as World-Check
  • Establish an HS CODE Screening Mechanism (Pay Attention to ECCN Coding)
• Special Contractual Clauses:
  • Force majeure clause must include sanctions lifting agreement
  • Added third-party compliance audits