Export RepresentationWhat Core Items Do Service Fees Include?

Professional export agency services typically include three main basic fees:Customs declaration service fee(single ticket 300-800 yuan),Document Preparation Fee(100-300 yuan/set),Logistics coordination fee(Value of goods 0.3%-0.8%). Special services such asExport DrawbackAgencywill charge a 1%-3% service fee based on the tax refund amount. The newly added in 2025Trade Compliance Review Serviceis usually charged hourly (500-800元/小時).

Which is More Cost-Effective: Per-Transaction Billing or Percentage-Based Billing?

These two billing models are applicable to different scenarios:

• Per-document feeSuitable for small-volume orders
  • Lower cost when cargo value per transaction is below 100,000 yuan
  • Fixed fees facilitate financial accounting
• Charges based on percentage of cargo valueSuitable for large-volume trade
  • More cost-effective when cargo value exceeds 500,000 yuan
  • Packaged fees including value-added services

What New Charges Have Been Added to Export Agency Services in 2025?

Affected by international trade policies, two common new charges have been added this year:

• ESG Compliance Certification Fee: 800-1500 RMB/batch
• Digital Currency Settlement Fee: 0.5%-1.2% of payment amount

How to identify unreasonable hidden charges?

Special attention should be paid to three types of hidden charges:

• Document Translation Fee (should be included in basic services)
• Bank Handling Fee (exceeding SWIFT standard 0.1%)
• Unnecessary Expedited Service Fee (can be avoided with prior communication)

What charging pitfalls should you watch out for when choosing an export agent?

It is recommended to follow the Three Checks and Three Questions principle:

• Three Checks:
  • Check the enterprises Customs AEO certification status
  • Check the detailed items in the service quotation
  • Check past client performance evaluations
• Three Questions:
  • Clarify the handling method for exchange rate fluctuations
  • Ascertain the dispute resolution mechanism
  • Fully understand the content included in after-sales service

How significant are the fee differences for different cargo types?

Taking a standard 20-foot container as an example:

• General Goods: Comprehensive service fee approximately 3500-6000 RMB
• Hazardous Chemicals: Additional 2000-5000 RMB special handling fee
• Food Products: Additional 1500-3000 RMB inspection and quarantine fee

How to obtain more favorable agency prices through negotiation?

Mastering three negotiation techniques can reduce costs by 10%-25%:

• Commit to tiered rebates based on annual export volume
• Bundle customs declaration + transportation + tax refund services
• Accept logistics arrangements during off-peak hours