Is it still easy to run an import agency company? I hope insiders can share their insights!
I have recently planned to set foot in the import agency industry and want to know if it is easy to run an import agency company now. Is the market competition fierce currently? Does the policy have a significant impact on this industry? Also, how difficult is it to obtain customer resources? I hope experienced seniors or friends who know the situation can tell me about it, so that I can be mentally prepared in advance and plan the next step well.












Professional consultant answers
Emily LiuYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
Running an import agency company currently poses certain challenges, but there are also opportunities. In terms of market competition, it is indeed quite fierce. With the development of foreign trade, many enterprises have entered this field. However, if one can provide differentiated services, such as professional agency for specific products or regions, one can still stand out.
The policy has a relatively large impact on the import agency industry. Tariff adjustments, changes in trade policies, etc., require the agency company to master and adjust its strategies in a timely manner. It is difficult to obtain customer resources, and it is necessary to expand through multiple channels, such as using online platforms, participating in industry exhibitions, relying on recommendations from old customers, etc. As long as one improves service quality and professional capabilities and combines effective marketing methods, an import agency company can still gain a foothold in the market and achieve good earnings.
Jennifer WangYears of service:4Customer Rating:5.0
Market development consultantConsult
It's not easy. Nowadays, information is too transparent, and customers can easily understand various import processes, reducing their dependence on agency companies. It's not easy to find customers.
James LiuYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
I think whether it's easy or not depends on connections. If one can get in touch with some large importers, there will be no worry about business. Otherwise, it's too difficult to develop new customers on one's own.
Andrew HuangYears of service:7Customer Rating:5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
The policy changes too quickly. Every time a new policy comes out, one has to study how to respond again. If one doesn't keep up, one may be eliminated by the market. Therefore, when running an import agency company, one has to pay close attention to the policy all the time.
Robert ChenYears of service:6Customer Rating:5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
The competition is really intense. Price wars among peers compress the profit margin, and one still has to ensure service quality, otherwise customers will be snatched away.
Sarah ZhangYears of service:8Customer Rating:5.0
Document expertConsult
If there is a professional customs declaration and logistics team, there is still an advantage in the import agency area, which can make customers more at ease and make it easier to obtain business.
Elizabeth LiYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
With the rapid development of e-commerce nowadays, promoting and publicizing through online platforms can reach more potential customers, which is helpful for running an import agency company.
William YangYears of service:5Customer Rating:5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
When doing import agency, one has to be familiar with the import rules of various products. Otherwise, there will be continuous troubles when handling procedures, which is also a key point for running a good company.
Amanda YangYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
Capital is also a problem. Sometimes, when advancing payment for goods on behalf of customers, if the capital cannot be turned over, there may be problems with the company's operation.
Joseph ZhouYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
As long as the service is considerate and can solve the problems customers encounter during the import process, even if the competition is fierce, one can gradually build a good reputation, and the business will improve.