What are the inside stories of Sichuan import agency!

"When importing goods from overseas, how much will the agency fees cost?" This is one of the most concerned questions among many Sichuan entrepreneurs and cross-border e-commerce practitioners. Today, we will uncover this industry secret and help you avoid unnecessary expenses!

Import agency fees are not a single item but are composed of multiple links:

• Customs Declaration Service Fee: Usually calculated per ticket, with a basic fee of about 500-2000 yuan per ticket
• Customs Clearance Handling Fee: Accounts for 0.1%-0.3% of the goods value, and may be higher for special commodities
• Transportation and Storage Fee: Fluctuates according to the volume, weight, and storage time of the goods
• Document Processing Fee: Includes special document fees such as the certificate of origin and sanitary certificate

Mr. Zhang recently imported a batch of mechanical equipment from Germany and found that the quotations of different agencies differed by nearly 10,000 yuan for the same goods value. This is mainly affected by the following factors:

• Commodity Category: Categories with strict supervision such as food and cosmetics have higher fees
• Trade Method: The charging standards for general trade and cross-border e-commerce are different
• Port Selection: There are differences in rates between Chengdu Shuangliu Airport and Chongqing Port

Ms. Li has summarized these experiences through three years of practice:

• Preparing complete documents in advance can avoid rush processing fees
• Choosing full-container transportation for large quantities of goods is more economical than less-than-container load
• Signing a long-term cooperation agreement with the agency can obtain a discount

As an industry benchmark, Zhongshitong adopts a stepped charging standard:

• For goods value below 100,000 yuan: The total rate starts at 3.5%
• For goods value between 100,000 and 500,000 yuan: The total rate starts at 2.8%
• For goods value above 500,000 yuan: You can apply for a exclusive preferential plan

Now that you have grasped the industry benchmark, you might as well calculate your own import costs. You are welcome to share your experience in the comment area or send a private message to obtain a personalized quotation plan. Remember, reasonable agency fees should be exchanged for peace of mind, efficiency, and compliance guarantees, not just cheapness in numbers.