How should the agency export customs declaration form be filled out? Is there any detailed guidance?
Our company has engaged an agent to assist with export customs declaration. Previously, we handled it ourselves, but now with an agent, we are unsure how to fill out the agency export customs declaration form. Are there differences in fields like the consignor and the operating unit compared to self-declaration? Also, what are the key points to note when the agent fills out critical information like trade mode and commodity codes? We hope experienced individuals can provide detailed advice to avoid future issues.
Professional consultant answers
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
When filling out the agency export customs declaration form, the consignor should generally be the entrusting party, i.e., your company's name, address, and other information, reflecting the actual owner of the goods. The operating unit should be the agent, such as Zhongshitong's company name and customs registration code. Common trade modes include general trade. If the agent has a special trade mode, fill it out according to the actual situation, ensuring consistency with contracts and other documents. Commodity codes must be accurately classified, referring to the Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China, and the product description must match the code. For fields like the country of destination and the port of discharge, fill them out according to the actual destination country and port. All fields in the customs declaration form must be truthful, accurate, and complete. After filling, carefully review to avoid delays or other risks due to errors.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
Note that the packaging type must be filled out truthfully, specifying whether it is cartons, wooden cases, etc., and the quantity must be accurate.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
Do not mistake gross weight and net weight, as they affect freight calculations and customs inspections. Verify the weighing data carefully.
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
For the accompanying documents section, if there are licenses or other relevant documents, fill out the document codes and numbers as required.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
For marks and remarks, fill out the actual marks on the goods if any. Remarks may include special instructions or other relevant details.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
The declaring unit should be the agent, i.e., Zhongshitong, and must be stamped with the customs declaration seal.
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
Common trade terms include FOB, CIF, etc. Fill them out according to the contract, as different terms affect how freight and insurance are filled.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
For the freight and insurance fields, follow the trade terms. For example, under CIF, freight and insurance are included in the goods' value and may not need separate entries.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
The container number must be accurately filled. If the goods are not in a full container, fill out the relevant information as required.