service expert with 20 years of industry experience, this article will systematically analyze the core points of clothingExport RepresentationWhat qualifications should a company have to be reliable?

According to the latest 2025 International Freight Forwarding Management Regulations, compliantimport and exportagents must possess:

• Customs AEO Advanced Certification(New electronic certification system added in 2024)
• International Freight Forwarding Filing Certificate (MOC qualification)
• Registration with the State Administration of Foreign Exchange
• Special industry licenses (involvingMedical Equipment, chemicals, etc.)

It is recommended to verify the authenticity of company qualifications through the official website of China International Trade Single Window to avoid cooperation with unqualified underground agents.

What items are typically included in agency service fees?

The 2025 industry standard service fee structure includes:

• Basic Service Package
  • Document preparation and review (saves an average of 32 hours per order)
  • HS code classification (error rate must be below 0.5%)
  • Foreign exchange payment supervision
• Value-added Service Items
  • RCEP origin certification (2025 tariff reduction coverage rate reaches 92%)
  • Smart customs declaration system integration
  • Supply chain financial solutions

How to avoid compliance risks in import/export processes?

A case study from a medical device company we served shows that professional agents can reduce compliance risks by 83%:

• Commodity Control Alert: Real-time updates on newly restricted substances under EU REACH regulations in 2025
• Response to Trade Barriers: Addressing the latest changes to the US Section 301 tariff exclusion list
• Document Compliance Review: Electronic bill of lading compliance requirements increased to 11 verification points in 2025

Which agency cooperation model is suitable for SMEs?

Selection recommendations based on annual import/export volume:

• Below $500,000: Per-transaction fee (reference price $120-200/transaction)
• $500,000-$2 million: Quarterly service package (includes 5 free consultations)
• Above $2 million: Dedicated account manager + customized system integration

The newly added AI intelligent matching system in 2025 can help enterprises automatically recommend optimal cooperation solutions by inputting parameters such as product category and target market.

Who bears responsibility for goods damaged during transportation?

Liability division is based on the 2025 Incoterms:

• FOB terms: Risk transfers to buyer after crossing ships rail
• CIF terms: Seller must insure goods to destination port
• DDP terms: Seller bears full transportation risk

Recommended to purchasecomprehensive cargo insurance, which in 2025 covers new risks such as logistics disruptions caused by cyber attacks.