Is the food export agency process complicated? What exactly should be done?
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Our company has food that we want to export, but we are not very clear about the operation process of export agency. I've heard that there are quite a few involved links, such as handling qualifications, customs declaration and inspection, etc. I'm afraid of making mistakes if we operate by ourselves. I would like to ask how exactly the food export agency should be done? Are there detailed steps and precautions? I hope that professionals can help answer and let us avoid detours.
Professional consultant answers
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
To do food export agency, first, find a professional and reliable agency company, such as Zhongshitong. Then, you need to provide detailed food information, including types, ingredients, production processes, etc. The agency company will assist in handling relevant qualifications, such as food export filing, health certificates, etc. After the goods are ready, the agency is responsible for arranging booking and transporting the goods to the designated port according to the shipping schedule. The customs declaration and inspection links are also handled by the agency. It is necessary to ensure that the documents provided are accurate, such as commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, etc. After the goods leave the port, the agency will also follow up on subsequent matters, such as bill of lading issuance, settlement of exchange, etc. During the process, pay attention to the quality and safety of food and strictly comply with the standards and regulations of the importing country.
In short, choose a good agency, cooperate closely, and proceed according to the process, and you can successfully complete the food export agency.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
Before looking for an agency, first understand the policies of the target market for food imports by yourself, so that communication with the agency will be more effective. For example, the EU has strict regulations on food additives. Knowing this in advance, the agency can make targeted preparations.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
When signing a contract with the agency, clarify the responsibilities and costs of both parties. In terms of costs, in addition to the agency fee, there may also be miscellaneous fees such as transportation and customs declaration, which should all be negotiated clearly to avoid disputes later.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
Food packaging is very important and should meet the requirements of the importing country. For example, some countries require the packaging to have ingredient instructions in multiple languages. The agency will generally remind, but you should also pay attention to it yourself.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Plan the shipping time in advance because food has a shelf life. When the agency arranges transportation, try to choose a faster and stable shipping route to prevent the goods from being in transit for too long and affecting the quality.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
The information provided to the agency must be true and accurate. Incorrect information such as the production date and shelf life of food may lead to customs clearance difficulties.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
You can compare the services and prices of several agency companies. But don't just look at the low price. The service quality and experience are more crucial to avoid losing more by trying to save a little.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
Keep close communication with the agency and keep informed of the export progress in a timely manner. For example, in case of changes in the shipping schedule, you can know it immediately and make corresponding responses.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
If the food has special storage conditions, such as refrigeration, moisture-proof, etc., be sure to inform the agency in advance to facilitate its arrangement of appropriate transportation methods and warehousing.