1. What basic qualifications are required to act as an agent for exporting Crocodile paint?

According to the latest 2025 DangerousChemicals"Safety Management Regulations", the following core conditions must be met for the agency export of crocodile lacquer:

• Enterprise qualifications
  • Business license with import and export operation rights (business scope must include chemical products)
  • Hazardous Chemical Business License (processed according to product MSDS classification)
  • Customs AEO Certification (recommended to prioritize obtaining)
• Product compliance documents
  • MSDS Chemical Safety Data Sheet (must comply with the GHS standards of the target country)
  • UN38.3 Dangerous Goods Transport Identification Report
  • Compliance certifications for target markets such as EU REACH/SVHC and US TSCA.

2. What is the specific cooperation process for export agency?

The typical agency export process consists of five key stages:

• Preliminary Preparation Phase (15-30 working days)
  • Sign an agency agreement with Crocodile Paint (specifying exclusive territorial clauses)
  • Complete product filing and hazardous materials transportation registration.
• The order execution stage
  • Process the dangerous goods packaging certificate upon receipt of the proforma invoice.
  • Arrange for packing in the dangerous goods warehouse (must comply with IMDG Code packaging specifications).
  • Apply for dangerous goods shipping/air freight space (at least 21 days in advance).

III. How to Choose an International Shipping Solution?

Comparison of Recommended Shipping Solutions for Different Markets:

• Sea freight solution
  • Full container load (FCL) shipping: A 40HQ container can hold 800-1000 barrels (20L standard packaging).
  • LCL (Less than Container Load) shipping: Compatible cargo categories must be confirmed (UN numbers must match).
  • Cost reference: Southeast Asia route USD 1800-2500/container (including DGR surcharge)
• Air freight solution
  • Only goods with hazardous materials classification below Class 3 are allowed.
  • 需提供Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods
  • Cost reference: USD6.5-8.5/kg for Europe and America routes (including security inspection handling fee).

IV. What are the common risks in the export process?

Based on our case experience in handling chemical exports, special attention should be paid to:

• Customs inspection risk
  • The inspection rate for hazardous chemicals is 40% higher than that for general cargo (data from the General Administration of Customs in 2025).
  • It is recommended to reserve a 10% time buffer to accommodate inspections.
• Technical trade barriers
  • New VOC Certification Requirements for Southeast Asian Countries (Effective January 2025)
  • The certification cycle for GCC in the Middle East has been extended to 8-10 weeks.
• Payment settlement risks
• It is recommended to adopt a payment method of 30% deposit + 70% payment against copy of bill of lading.
• Insure with Sinosures short - term export credit insurance

V. In-depth answers to common questions

Q: Do I need to handle it myself?Export tax refund?
A: If the agency export model is adopted, the manufacturer of Crocodile Paint can directly handle the tax refund. It is recommended to specify the tax treatment clauses in the agency agreement.

Q: What are the restrictions on sample shipments?
A: According to IATA regulations, the air transport of hazardous material samples must meet the following requirements:

• The net weight of a single piece does not exceed 30kg.
• Apply the limited quantity transport mark (LTD QTY) on the outer packaging.
• Provide packaging certification compliant with DGR regulations.

Q: How to deal with customs clearance delays at the destination port?
The following measures are recommended:

• Please confirm in advance whether the consignee has the qualification for importing hazardous materials.
• Please include the MSDS and COA documents in the target country's language with the shipment.
• Choose a freight forwarder with experience in handling hazardous chemicals to collaborate with.