Generally, the following qualifications are required for agency import: First, the right to engage in import and export operations. This is the basis for carrying out import business, and enterprises need to apply to the commerce department for record-filing and registration. Second, depending on the different imported commodities, specific licenses may be required. For example, for importing food, a food business license needs to be handled; for importing medical devices, a medical device business license is required, etc. In terms of customs, customs registration needs to be handled to obtain the Registration Certificate of Customs Declaration Entities so that the goods can pass through customs smoothly. For tax purposes, general taxpayer registration should be done so that the value-added tax paid in the import link can be deducted smoothly. If some qualifications are lacking, most of them can be processed later. However, before carrying out the business, relevant qualifications should be completed as much as possible to avoid affecting the business progress and cost.
In short, first clarify the imported commodities, and then prepare the qualifications targeted.
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Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
Generally, the following qualifications are required for agency import: First, the right to engage in import and export operations. This is the basis for carrying out import business, and enterprises need to apply to the commerce department for record-filing and registration. Second, depending on the different imported commodities, specific licenses may be required. For example, for importing food, a food business license needs to be handled; for importing medical devices, a medical device business license is required, etc. In terms of customs, customs registration needs to be handled to obtain the Registration Certificate of Customs Declaration Entities so that the goods can pass through customs smoothly. For tax purposes, general taxpayer registration should be done so that the value-added tax paid in the import link can be deducted smoothly. If some qualifications are lacking, most of them can be processed later. However, before carrying out the business, relevant qualifications should be completed as much as possible to avoid affecting the business progress and cost.
In short, first clarify the imported commodities, and then prepare the qualifications targeted.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
If special commodities such as endangered species are involved in the import, an Endangered Species Import License is also required. This is to protect rare species and is issued by relevant departments. Without this qualification, such commodities cannot be imported.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
For engaging in the agency import of cosmetics, a Cosmetics Import Record-filing Certificate needs to be handled. Because cosmetics are related to human health, it must be ensured that they meet the relevant domestic quality and safety standards, and this certificate is the proof of its compliance.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
For importing used mechanical and electrical products, a Used Mechanical and Electrical Products Import License needs to be handled. Used mechanical and electrical products may have problems such as quality and safety hazards, so they need to go through strict examination and approval before they can be imported.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
For agency importing drugs, a Drug Business License is a must. Drugs are related to people's lives and health, and the supervision is strict. Without this qualification, agency importing drugs is an illegal act.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
If the imported products are related to radioactive substances, a Radioactive Substances Import License is also required. This is to ensure public safety and environmental safety and prevent radioactive hazards.
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
For doing the agency import business of chemical products, some chemical products need to handle the Import and Export License of Dual-use Items and Technologies because they may involve special situations such as military uses.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
If agency importing gold, silver and their products, a Gold, Silver and Their Products Import and Export License is required. The management of such commodities is relatively special, and this license is issued by relevant departments.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
For importing pesticides, a Pesticide Import Registration Certificate needs to be obtained. This is an important qualification to ensure the quality of pesticides and standardize the market. Without this certificate, normal import cannot be carried out.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
For importing veterinary drugs, a Veterinary Drug Import License is essential. It is used to standardize the veterinary drug market and ensure the healthy development of the livestock industry. Without it, veterinary drugs cannot be imported.