How much does a Guangzhou export agency generally cost? Does anyone know?
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I'm in Guangzhou. My company has export business needs and I want to find an export agency to handle relevant matters. But I'm not very clear about the market situation and don't know how much a Guangzhou export agency generally costs. Are there any friends who know about this? Can you tell me about the approximate charging standard? Is it charged by the order or as a percentage of the export amount? I hope you can explain it in detail so that I can have an idea in mind. Thank you all in advance.
Professional consultant answers
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
The charging of Guangzhou export agencies does not have a fixed standard. The common charging methods are charging by the order and charging as a percentage of the export amount.
When charging by the order, for simple and routine businesses, each order may cost around 2000 - 5000 yuan. If the business is complex, such as involving special products or special trade terms, the cost may increase to 5000 - 10000 yuan or even higher.
When charging as a percentage of the export amount, the general percentage is between 0.5% - 3%. If the export amount is large, the percentage may be lower. For example, for the export of large mechanical equipment with a high amount, the percentage may be between 0.5% - 1%; while for the export of small commodities with a small amount and cumbersome operation, the percentage may reach 2% - 3%. In addition, some agencies may also charge some additional fees, such as document fees and certificate of origin fees, which are usually reimbursed according to actuals. In short, the specific cost needs to be discussed in detail with the agency company according to the actual business to determine.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
Previously, when I found an agency, it was charged according to the value of the goods, it seemed to be 1%. I felt it was quite reasonable, but there must be differences among different companies.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Some agencies charge according to the type of export products. The charges for ordinary products and special products are different. It is best to ask several more and make a comparison.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
I heard that if it is charged by the order, if the export process is simple, it is probably more than 2000 yuan per order, and it will be much more expensive if it is complex.
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
I think it is better to find a larger-scale agency. Although the charge may be a bit higher, the service is guaranteed and it is more worry-free.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
The charge also depends on the service content provided by the agency. If there are more value-added services, the charge will naturally be higher.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
Some agencies adjust the charge according to the number of cooperative times. Long-term cooperation may be a bit more favorable.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
I have asked several agencies. The charge as a percentage of the export amount is basically between 1% - 2%. You can refer to this.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
In addition to the basic charge, remember to ask clearly if there are any hidden fees. Otherwise, it will be very troublesome later.