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Our company has a batch of goods that we want to export, but we don't have the export qualifications ourselves. We plan to ask an agency company to help with the export. I'd like to ask if the way of agency export is compliant? What special precautions are needed during the operation to ensure that the whole process complies with laws and regulations? I'm worried that if the operation is improper, we will face legal risks and affect the subsequent development of the company. I hope that friends who are knowledgeable in this area can help answer this.
Professional consultant answers
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
Agency export itself is compliant. In international trade, many enterprises will choose agency export due to the lack of export qualifications or experience. Professional agency export companies like Zhongshitong are familiar with the export process and regulatory policies and can help enterprises legally complete the export business.
To ensure the compliance of agency export, first of all, both parties need to sign a detailed agency agreement to clarify rights and obligations, including agency fees, ownership of goods, risk transfer, etc. Secondly, during the customs declaration process, the goods information such as name, quantity, value, and origin should be declared truthfully to avoid false or concealed declarations. Moreover, the receipt and settlement of foreign exchange should also be carried out through regular channels and comply with foreign exchange management regulations. Also, in terms of tax refunds, all kinds of materials should be prepared according to regulations to ensure legal tax refunds. As long as each link strictly follows the regulations and operation specifications, agency export is completely feasible and compliant.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
Whether agency export is compliant or not mainly depends on whether the procedures are complete. When signing a contract with an agency company, attention should be paid to clear clauses. Matters such as the division of goods transportation responsibilities and the time of document handover should be clearly defined, otherwise disputes are likely to occur.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
It is compliant. As long as the agency you find has the qualifications. During the operation, attention should be paid to the consistency of documents. The information on the customs declaration form, packing list, and invoice should match, otherwise it will affect the export process.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
Agency export is compliant, but tax issues should be noted. Don't make mistakes in the calculation of export tax refunds, otherwise not only will you not be able to get the tax refund, but you may also be investigated by the tax department.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
It is compliant. However, when communicating with the agency, the characteristics of the export products, the destination, and other information should be clearly explained to facilitate the agency to arrange transportation and other matters according to the requirements.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
It is compliant without a problem. Remember to ask the agency to timely feedback the export progress, such as the time when the goods are loaded on the ship and the estimated arrival time, so that you have a clear idea in your mind.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
Agency export is compliant. During the operation, pay attention to the choice of freight forwarder. If the freight forwarder found by the agency provides poor service, it may lead to delays in goods transportation and other situations.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
As long as you do it according to the rules, it is compliant. For example, the materials submitted to the agency should be true and valid, otherwise problems are likely to occur during the review process.
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
Agency export is compliant. But when receiving foreign exchange, pay attention to exchange rate fluctuations. Discuss countermeasures with the agency in advance to avoid losses.