Regarding the taxation of goods imported through an agency, first of all, it depends on the agency method. If the agency company conducts the import business on behalf of the principal and is entrusted by the principal, the customs will issue the special VAT payment receipt to the principal, and the principal shall pay the import VAT and other taxes and fees, and the agency company will not pay. If the agency company imports goods in its own name, the customs will issue the special payment receipt to the agency company. The agency company pays the import taxes and fees and then settles with the principal later.
The taxation standards are basically the same as those for general imported goods. The applicable tax rate is determined according to the classification of the goods, and the customs duties, VAT, etc. are calculated based on the customs-approved dutiable value. The dutiable value usually includes the price of the goods, the transportation and related expenses before unloading at the place of entry into China, and the insurance premium. However, in actual operation, special situations need to be noted. For example, if it involves goods subject to consumption tax, there may be different calculation methods and requirements.
Professional consultant answers
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
Regarding the taxation of goods imported through an agency, first of all, it depends on the agency method. If the agency company conducts the import business on behalf of the principal and is entrusted by the principal, the customs will issue the special VAT payment receipt to the principal, and the principal shall pay the import VAT and other taxes and fees, and the agency company will not pay. If the agency company imports goods in its own name, the customs will issue the special payment receipt to the agency company. The agency company pays the import taxes and fees and then settles with the principal later.
The taxation standards are basically the same as those for general imported goods. The applicable tax rate is determined according to the classification of the goods, and the customs duties, VAT, etc. are calculated based on the customs-approved dutiable value. The dutiable value usually includes the price of the goods, the transportation and related expenses before unloading at the place of entry into China, and the insurance premium. However, in actual operation, special situations need to be noted. For example, if it involves goods subject to consumption tax, there may be different calculation methods and requirements.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Under normal circumstances, whoever gets the customs payment receipt is responsible for paying the tax. If the agency imports in its own name, then the agency pays the tax and then asks the principal for the money later.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
The taxation standards are based on the actual situation of the goods and are similar to those for general imports. For ordinary goods, customs duties and VAT are levied according to the corresponding tax rates. If there are goods subject to consumption tax, consumption tax also needs to be levied.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
If the principal and the agency company have a clear agreement on the party responsible for the taxes and fees, it shall be implemented according to the agreement, but at the customs, the payer is still determined according to the name mentioned above.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
The customs-approved dutiable value is very crucial. It is the basis for taxation. The freight, insurance premium, etc. of the imported goods should be included, which will affect the final tax amount.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
The documents involved in agency import should be prepared well, otherwise it will affect the taxation process and amount. For example, invoices, contracts, etc. can assist the customs in determining the situation of the goods.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
For agency imports in some special supervision areas, the taxation policies may be different, and special attention should be paid to the local regulations.
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
If the imported goods have a certificate of origin and meet the preferential rules of origin, they may enjoy a lower tax rate, which should be taken into account during taxation.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
In addition to customs duties, VAT, and consumption tax, there may sometimes be anti-dumping duties and other taxes in the import link. It should be judged according to the specific situation of the goods.