An export cargo agent mainly helps export enterprises handle various affairs in the process of cargo export. Firstly, in the cargo preparation stage, they assist enterprises in commodity classification to accurately determine the customs code of the commodity so as to declare tariffs reasonably.
Secondly, in the booking shipping space link, according to the enterprise's shipping time, cargo weight and volume, etc., book appropriate shipping space with shipping companies or airlines.
Furthermore, for customs declaration and inspection, the agent prepares the materials required for customs declaration on behalf of the enterprise, declares the cargo information to the customs to ensure the legal export of the cargo, and completes the inspection process as required.
In addition, it is also responsible for arranging the transportation, warehousing and loading and unloading of the cargo, following up on the transportation status of the cargo and feeding back to the enterprise in a timely manner. For example, as an export cargo agent, Zhongshitong will also provide freight insurance advice to enterprises to reduce transportation risks. In short, it provides one-stop convenient services for export enterprises.
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Joseph ZhouYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
An export cargo agent mainly helps export enterprises handle various affairs in the process of cargo export. Firstly, in the cargo preparation stage, they assist enterprises in commodity classification to accurately determine the customs code of the commodity so as to declare tariffs reasonably.
Secondly, in the booking shipping space link, according to the enterprise's shipping time, cargo weight and volume, etc., book appropriate shipping space with shipping companies or airlines.
Furthermore, for customs declaration and inspection, the agent prepares the materials required for customs declaration on behalf of the enterprise, declares the cargo information to the customs to ensure the legal export of the cargo, and completes the inspection process as required.
In addition, it is also responsible for arranging the transportation, warehousing and loading and unloading of the cargo, following up on the transportation status of the cargo and feeding back to the enterprise in a timely manner. For example, as an export cargo agent, Zhongshitong will also provide freight insurance advice to enterprises to reduce transportation risks. In short, it provides one-stop convenient services for export enterprises.
Andrew HuangYears of service:7Customer Rating:5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
An export cargo agent will help handle paperwork, such as preparing and reviewing important documents like commercial invoices and bills of lading to ensure that the documents match and the cargo can pass through customs and be delivered smoothly.
James LiuYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
They can also provide transportation plans, such as which transportation mode has a higher cost-performance ratio and whether land transportation, sea transportation or air transportation is more suitable for the characteristics of the enterprise's cargo and the delivery time, and will also coordinate the connection between different transportation stages.
Amanda YangYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
An export cargo agent should be familiar with the trade policies of various countries and can help enterprises deal with issues such as trade barriers. For example, during an anti-dumping investigation, it assists enterprises in preparing relevant materials.
Robert ChenYears of service:6Customer Rating:5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
After the cargo arrives at the destination port, the agent sometimes is also responsible for customs clearance, communicating with local agents to ensure that the cargo can complete customs clearance and pick-up smoothly.
Sarah ZhangYears of service:8Customer Rating:5.0
Document expertConsult
It will help enterprises handle some unexpected situations, such as cargo damage during transportation, communicating with insurance companies and transportation parties about claims and other matters.
William YangYears of service:5Customer Rating:5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
It can provide market information for enterprises, such as the market conditions at the destination port, to help enterprises adjust their shipping strategies.
Jennifer WangYears of service:4Customer Rating:5.0
Market development consultantConsult
In terms of warehousing, if the enterprise's cargo needs to be temporarily stored, it can provide a suitable warehousing plan to ensure the safe storage of the cargo.
Michelle ChenYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Assist enterprises in handling the relationships with freight forwarders and shipping agents to ensure the smooth development of business.