To act as an agent for Japanese imports, first of all, an enterprise should have the right to operate import and export, which is the basis for carrying out import business. The enterprise needs to apply for record-filing registration with the commercial department to obtain it. Secondly, if importing food, it is necessary to handle a food business license, which includes business scopes such as pre-packaged food sales, and it may also be necessary to handle the registration of overseas production enterprises of imported food, etc. For imported cosmetics, a cosmetics import filing certificate, etc. are required. For some special goods, such as medical devices, the importing enterprise needs to obtain the business qualifications for medical devices, etc. In addition, the qualifications for customs declaration and inspection are also very important. The enterprise can apply for them by itself or entrust a qualified customs broker like Zhongshitong to act as an agent. In short, the qualifications corresponding to different goods are different, and the corresponding qualifications need to be prepared according to the specific categories of goods.
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Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
To act as an agent for Japanese imports, first of all, an enterprise should have the right to operate import and export, which is the basis for carrying out import business. The enterprise needs to apply for record-filing registration with the commercial department to obtain it. Secondly, if importing food, it is necessary to handle a food business license, which includes business scopes such as pre-packaged food sales, and it may also be necessary to handle the registration of overseas production enterprises of imported food, etc. For imported cosmetics, a cosmetics import filing certificate, etc. are required. For some special goods, such as medical devices, the importing enterprise needs to obtain the business qualifications for medical devices, etc. In addition, the qualifications for customs declaration and inspection are also very important. The enterprise can apply for them by itself or entrust a qualified customs broker like Zhongshitong to act as an agent. In short, the qualifications corresponding to different goods are different, and the corresponding qualifications need to be prepared according to the specific categories of goods.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
Generally, a business license is required, and the business scope should include import-related content. Otherwise, the subsequent business development will be restricted. This is the most basic business qualification for an enterprise, and only with it can the enterprise legally conduct commercial activities.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
If the import involves animal and plant products, an animal and plant quarantine license needs to be handled. Because such products may carry pests and diseases, this license needs to be obtained in advance to ensure compliance with domestic inspection and quarantine requirements.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
If the imported goods are eligible for preferential tariffs, relevant supporting documents such as a certificate of origin may be required to enjoy the corresponding tariff reduction policy and reduce the import cost.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
For the import of hazardous chemicals, the enterprise should understand the relevant regulations and provide materials such as a classification and identification report of hazardous characteristics as required to ensure safe transportation and use.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Some imported goods may require specific certifications. For example, for electronic products, a 3C certification is required. It is necessary to confirm in advance whether the goods are within the scope of the certification and handle it.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
If importing used mechanical and electrical products, it is necessary to handle procedures such as the filing of used mechanical and electrical products for import and pre-shipment inspection to ensure that the equipment meets domestic safety, environmental protection and other standards.
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
It is also necessary to have a good enterprise credit record. A high credit rating in departments such as the customs can make the import process smoother and avoid being blocked due to credit problems.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
If importing pharmaceuticals, the enterprise needs to obtain qualifications such as a pharmaceutical business license and pharmaceutical import filing. After all, pharmaceuticals are related to public health and are strictly regulated.