1.?Export Agency?What core items are included in the fees?

According to the 2025 International Trade Service Standards, formal agency fees should include:

• Basic service fee: Document processing, document preparation, interpretation of trade terms
• Customs clearance declaration fee: Pre-entry of customs declaration, HS code classification, customs system usage fee
• Logistics coordination fee: Transportation mode matching, cabin reservation, shipment tracking
• Financial settlement fee: Foreign exchange receipt and payment,?L/C?Processing, Tax Refund Advance
• risk management fees: Trade compliance review, credit insurance coordination, legal consultation

2. What are the common models for service fee calculation?

In 2025, mainstream billing methods will fall into three major categories:

• Value - proportion system: Charged at 0.8%-1.5% of the total value of exported goods (the lower limit applies to electronic products, and the upper limit applies to chemical products).
• Step-by-step lump-sum system:
  • Monthly exports below 20 containers: Fixed at 8,000 RMB per container.
  • 20-50 cabinets: Enjoy a 7% bulk discount.
  • For orders of 50 containers or more: Custom rates are negotiable.
• Portfolio System: Basic service fee (3,000-5,000 RMB per order) + Customs clearance surcharge (charged based on the number of customs declaration forms)

3. How to Identify Hidden Fees in a Quotation?

Special attention should be paid to three types of easily overlooked items:

• Emergency handling fee: Customs inspection cooperation fee (800-1500 RMB/time)
• System interface fee: ERP data exchange interface usage fee (approximately 2000 yuan/year)
• Document certification fees: Embassy authentication, chamber of commerce certification, and other third-party fees (charged per document page).

IV. What is the reasonable range for agent fee quotations in 2025?

According to the latest research data from the China Customs Brokers Association:

• Basic agency services: Single ticket handling fee ranges from 800 to 2000 yuan.
• Full-process hosting: A comprehensive rate of 1.2%-2% of the cargo value
• Additional Special Services:
  • ATA Carnet Processing: 1500 RMB per copy
  • ?Certificate of Origin?Urgent: 500 yuan/copy

5. How to Choose the Most Cost-Effective Service Provider?

It is recommended to implement a four-step evaluation method:

• Qualification Verification: Verify the Customs AEO certification level and foreign exchange management qualifications.
• System Evaluation: Request a demonstration of the order tracking system and risk alert functionality.
• Case study: Request customer service case studies from the same industry (with a focus on operational experience in special categories).
• Fee Audit: Please provide a copy of the customs payment receipt from the past six months for authenticity verification.

6. Under what circumstances may additional fees be incurred?

Three scenarios requiring special attention:

• Application for Modification: A system modification fee of 200-500 RMB per instance will be incurred for HS code changes.
• Time compression: Expedited shipping within 48 hours will incur an additional 30% base service fee.
• Special Packaging: Hazardous materials packaging certification service incurs an additional fee of 1500-3000 yuan.