What does "import agency all - inclusive service" mean? This article will explain it clearly for you!
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I'm planning to do import business recently, but I don't quite understand what "import agency all - inclusive service" means. I heard that I can adopt the all - inclusive service method when looking for an import agency company. Does this mean they will be responsible for all import - related affairs? Or just some of the business? I hope someone in the know can explain it to me in detail. What does this all - inclusive service model specifically cover, and what are the pros and cons for my import business.
Professional consultant answers
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
The "import agency all - inclusive service", simply put, is an overall charging plan that an import agency company (such as Zhongshitong) signs with the client, which usually covers a series of links from goods procurement consultation, docking with foreign suppliers, booking shipping space, transportation, customs declaration, inspection, to transporting the goods to the designated domestic location.
During the procurement consultation stage, the agency company, relying on its professional experience, screens high - quality suppliers for you. When docking with suppliers, it is responsible for communicating order details, etc. In terms of booking shipping space and transportation, it selects suitable transportation methods and shipping schedules according to the characteristics and needs of the goods. Customs declaration and inspection involve preparing various documents and declaring to the customs.
For importers, the advantage is that it saves effort and worry, and there is no need to deal with numerous links by themselves; the disadvantage may be that the cost is relatively fixed, and if the actual cost of some links is low, it is also impossible to save expenses.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
The "import agency all - inclusive service" generally includes document processing, such as preparing customs declarations, bills of lading, etc. It will also be responsible for the transportation arrangement of the goods, transporting the goods from abroad to the designated domestic place. At the same time, it will also handle issues such as inspections that may occur during the customs clearance process, making the import process smoother.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
The "import agency all - inclusive service" means that the agency company will be responsible for calculating and paying tariffs and value - added taxes. They are familiar with tax policies, can accurately calculate how much tax should be paid, and will also help you handle relevant tax - paying procedures, so that you don't have to study complex tax regulations by yourself.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
Under the all - inclusive service model, the agency company will also pay attention to the quality of the goods. For example, it will inspect the goods before loading abroad to ensure they are consistent with the contract agreement. If there are problems with the goods, they can communicate and solve them with the supplier in a timely manner to protect the interests of the importer.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
The "import agency all - inclusive service" also involves warehousing services. After the goods arrive at the port, if they cannot be picked up immediately, the agency company can arrange a suitable warehouse for temporary storage and is responsible for the storage of the goods during their stay in the warehouse to ensure the safety of the goods.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
Some "import agency all - inclusive services" include logistics and distribution. That is, after the goods are cleared through customs, the agency company will deliver the goods to the designated domestic warehouse or factory and other locations as required, realizing door - to - door service.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
In the "import agency all - inclusive service", the agency company will conduct trade risk assessment. It will analyze in advance the risks that may be encountered during the import process, such as policy changes, exchange rate fluctuations, etc., and give countermeasures and suggestions to reduce the risks of the importer.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
The agency company's all - inclusive service will also handle the coordination work with transportation companies, insurance companies, etc. For example, if the goods are damaged during transportation, they are responsible for communicating with the insurance company about claim - settlement matters, so that the importer doesn't have to worry about these cumbersome affairs.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
The all - inclusive service also includes matters related to commodity inspection. According to national regulations, it assists the importer in completing the commodity inspection process, prepares the materials required for inspection, and ensures that the goods meet domestic standards.