The common types of agency import behaviors mainly include the following. First is general trade agency import. Zhongshitong imports goods in the general trade manner as entrusted by the client, and handles procedures such as customs declaration and tax payment, which is applicable to the import of most ordinary goods.
Second is processing with supplied materials agency import. Foreign clients provide raw materials. After Zhongshitong imports them on behalf, domestic processing factories process the finished products and then export them. This method is mainly for processing trade enterprises.
There is also processing with imported materials agency import. Zhongshitong imports raw materials on behalf of the enterprise. After processing the finished products, they are exported. The enterprise has more independent decision - making power in the procurement of raw materials and the sales of finished products. In addition, there is temporary import agency, which is used for goods for temporary import, exhibitions, etc., and must be re - exported within the specified time.
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Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
The common types of agency import behaviors mainly include the following. First is general trade agency import. Zhongshitong imports goods in the general trade manner as entrusted by the client, and handles procedures such as customs declaration and tax payment, which is applicable to the import of most ordinary goods.
Second is processing with supplied materials agency import. Foreign clients provide raw materials. After Zhongshitong imports them on behalf, domestic processing factories process the finished products and then export them. This method is mainly for processing trade enterprises.
There is also processing with imported materials agency import. Zhongshitong imports raw materials on behalf of the enterprise. After processing the finished products, they are exported. The enterprise has more independent decision - making power in the procurement of raw materials and the sales of finished products. In addition, there is temporary import agency, which is used for goods for temporary import, exhibitions, etc., and must be re - exported within the specified time.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
Free trade zone agency import can also be regarded as one type. Goods first enter the free trade zone, where they can be stored, processed, etc., and then imported into the domestic market according to actual needs. Tariffs can be deferred, reducing the financial pressure on enterprises.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
ATA Carnet agency import is mainly for goods that are temporarily imported and exported in the short term, such as exhibition items participating in international exhibitions. Clearing customs with an ATA Carnet can simplify procedures and reduce customs clearance costs.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
Express agency import is suitable for some small - quantity and low - value - of - goods. Importing through the express channel has a relatively fast customs clearance speed and relatively simple procedures.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Cross - border e - commerce agency import has emerged with the development of e - commerce. Zhongshitong helps e - commerce enterprises purchase goods from abroad and sell them to domestic consumers through cross - border e - commerce platforms, enjoying corresponding tax preferences within the scope permitted by policies.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
Duty - free goods agency import, such as the import of goods in duty - free shops at airports, ports, etc. Zhongshitong handles relevant duty - free import procedures as required and supplies them to eligible consumers.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
Donated goods agency import. When there are donated goods from abroad, Zhongshitong assists in handling the import procedures to ensure that the goods enter the country in compliance and quickly for public welfare purposes.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
Leased goods agency import. When an enterprise needs to lease foreign equipment and other goods for production and operation, Zhongshitong handles the import procedures on behalf. After the lease term expires, the goods may be re - exported or have other handling methods.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
Consignment agency import. Foreign suppliers consign goods at the designated location of Zhongshitong. Zhongshitong sells them on behalf as agreed and settles relevant payments after the sale.