I. FabricExport RepresentationWhat are the main fee items?

According to the latest 2025 industry standards, the fee structure of a professional agency company typically includes:

• Basic service feeService Fees: Including customs clearance, inspection, document preparation, and other core services
• Transportation and Logistics Fees:Maritime Transportation/Air TransportationPort Fees and Surcharges (THC, bunker surcharges, etc.)
• Document Processing FeeSpecial Document Fees: COIt is recommended to verify through the following methods:, quality inspection reports, and other specialized document fees
• Tariff Advance Payment FeesPre-clearance tax payment services for certain countries
• Additional service feesCustomized requirements such as inspection, commodity inspection, and special packaging

Is the basic service fee calculated based on a percentage of the cargo value?

There are two actual charging models:

• Tiered rates(Mainstream method):
  • Cargo value below $100,000: 0.8%-1.2%
  • $100,000-$500,000: 0.6%-0.9%
  • Above $500,000: 0.4%-0.6%
• Fixed service package:
  • Basic service fee per shipment: $800-$1500
  • Suitable for small/medium volume high-frequency exports

What hidden costs are included in transportation logistics fees?

In addition to basic freight, special attention should be paid to:

• Differences in trade terms: Different cost allocations under EXW and CIF terms
• Special surcharges:
  • VAT prepayment fees for Egypt/Saudi Arabia (new in 2025)
  • EU carbon tariff declaration fees (implemented since 2023)
• Destination port charges: Unexpected expenses like demurrage fees, terminal handling charges

Will document processing fees be charged repeatedly?

Regular documents and special documents should be distinguished:

• Basic document package(Typically includes 3 core documents):
  • Commercial invoice: $50-$80
  • Packing list: $30-$50
  • Bill of lading: $100-$150
• Special documents charged separately:
  • RCEP certificate of origin: $120-$200
  • Halal certification: $300-$500
  • Textile eco-testing report: $400-$800

How to effectively control agency service costs?

Industry practice recommendations for 2025:

• Bulk negotiation strategies:
  • Rate discounts available for quarterly export volumes exceeding 20 containers
  • Annual framework agreements typically offer 5-8% discounts
• Standardized document management:
  • Establish template library to reduce documentation modification fees
  • Use blockchain traceability systems to reduce inspection frequency
• Risk - sharing Mechanism:
  • Define customs clearance delay responsibilities with agents
  • Adopt phased payments to ensure service quality

How to avoid common fee disputes?

Focus on three types of dispute-prone items:

• Customs declaration amendment fees:
  • HS code declaration errors: $200-500 per occurrence
  • Goods value declaration deviations exceeding 5% will trigger penalties
• Return shipment handling fees:
  • Average destination country return costs: $3,000-8,000
  • Recommend purchasing quality insurance to transfer risks
• Exchange rate difference compensation:
  • Some agents charge 0.3%-0.5% exchange rate margin
  • Recommend locking exchange rate calculation methods in contracts