I'm not very familiar with the agency export of containers. I'd like to ask what the specific process is like. What documents do I need to prepare? What links are involved? I hope experienced friends can elaborate. I want to clearly know what to do at each step from the start of preparation to the smooth export of goods so that I can feel at ease and avoid taking detours.
Our company has goods that need to be exported through an agent and we want to understand the operation process of agent export of containers. We don't know where to start. The best answer points out that first, select a reliable agent such as Zhongshitong, sign an agreement, prepare the goods' information, the agent will handle the customs declaration, select the transportation mode, arrange for insurance, supervise the loading and track the goods. Close communication with the agent is required in each step, and the key points of the operation are introduced in detail.
The company has imported containers requiring agency customs clearance and inquires about the cost, wanting to know if the fees are fixed and the specific standards. The best answer indicates that the cost for agency customs clearance of imported containers is not fixed and is influenced by factors such as container type, cargo category, value, customs port, etc. The cost for ordinary containers ranges from 1,000 to 5,000 yuan, and fees may increase if special regulatory conditions are involved. It is recommended to contact ZST for an accurate quote.
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Professional consultant answers
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
The process of agency export of containers is generally as follows: First, the entrusting party and the agency sign an agency export contract to clarify the rights and obligations of both parties. The entrusting party needs to provide documents such as detailed information of the goods.
Secondly, the agency assists the entrusting party with the commodity inspection and customs declaration work of the goods and prepares the contracts, invoices, packing lists and other documents required for customs declaration. If the goods require commodity inspection, relevant procedures should be handled in advance.
Then, arrange for booking shipping space, select the appropriate shipping schedule and shipping company according to the situation of the goods, and obtain the bill of lading. Meanwhile, coordinate the transportation and storage of the goods to ensure that the goods arrive at the port for loading on time.
After loading the ship, the agency is responsible for collecting and sorting out the documents required for foreign exchange settlement, and conducts the operations of export foreign exchange collection and tax rebate. The entrusting party needs to cooperate by providing the documents required for tax rebate to complete the tax rebate process. Throughout the process, both parties should maintain close communication to ensure the smooth progress of each link.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
It is necessary to communicate well with the agency about the cost issues, such as agency fees, transportation fees, customs declaration fees, etc., clarify them in advance to avoid subsequent disputes. Moreover, the documents must be prepared completely, otherwise problems are likely to occur in links such as customs declaration.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
Try to book the shipping space as early as possible, especially during the peak season, otherwise it may not be possible to book a suitable space. Also, the packaging of the goods should meet the transportation requirements to prevent damage during transportation.
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
Commodity inspection is very important. If the goods require commodity inspection but it is not properly handled, it will affect the export. It is necessary to understand the requirements of commodity inspection in advance and prepare according to the regulations.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
Keep in contact with the freight forwarder and timely grasp the dynamics of the goods. Information such as when the goods arrive at the port and when they are loaded on the ship should be clear.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
Pay attention to the fluctuation of the exchange rate when collecting foreign exchange and choose the appropriate time to settle foreign exchange to reduce exchange rate losses.
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
The documents for handling tax rebate should be true and accurate, otherwise it may affect the progress of tax rebate or even make it impossible to obtain tax rebate.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
The shipping marks of the goods should be clear to facilitate loading and unloading and identification and avoid misdelivery and omission of delivery.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
Transportation insurance can also be considered. In case of accidents to the goods during transportation, there can be a certain guarantee.