How can domestic freight forwarders assist in completionExport customs clearanceProcedures?

Professional freight forwarding services providedFull-processcustoms clearanceThe Serviceand including:

• Pre-classified Commodity Code (2025 New Edition HS Code Inquiry)
• Prepare commercial invoices, packing lists, and other customs clearance documents.
• Single Window Declaration for Electronic Port (Efficiency improved by 40% after the 2024 upgrade of the General Administration of Customs system).
• Handling customs inspections and responding to exceptional situations

How to choose the most economical export transportation method?

Comprehensive considerations requiredCargo characteristics, timeliness requirements, and budget costs:

• The Maritime(FCL/LCL)
  • Advantages: Lowest cost per cubic unit (2025 Europe route average price $800/20GP)
  • Limitation: The transportation cycle is 25-40 days.
• air transport
  • Priority for Urgent Cargo (2025 China-US Air Freight Rate: $5.8/kg)
  • Please note the volumetric weight billing rules.
• China-Europe Express
  • The lead time is 15-18 days, with a price 50% lower than air freight.

What core documents are required for export?

Essential document checklist:

• Commercial Invoice (must indicateTrade termse.g. FOB/CIF)
• Packing List (Gross/Net Weight and Volume Accurate to Two Decimal Places)
• Certificate of Origin (RCEP Certificate Utilization Rate to Increase to 68% by 2025)
• Transport documents (bill of lading/air waybill)
• Special documents (such as FDA certification, CE certification, etc.)

What hidden costs are included in freight forwarding fees?

Beware of the Four Hidden Fees:

• Additional Destination Port Charges (Common Items for 2025):
  • Low Sulfur Fuel Surcharge (LSF)
  • Supplementary Seasonal Fees (PSS)
• Container Demurrage (Free Time is usually 7 days)
• Customs Inspection Storage Fee (U.S. inspection rate approximately 3.2%)
• Document Amendment Fee ($50 per change after SI cutoff)

The goods are abroad.Customs clearanceWhat should I do if I encounter obstacles?

Professional freight forwarding services provided.Crisis Management Plan:

• Verify the HS code and declared value immediately.
• Submit missing certification documents (e.g., EU REACH certification)
• Apply for a temporary import permit (U.S. FDA detention processing time limit: 72 hours).
• Special Handling Process for Returned Goods (Requires Proof of Non-Tax Refund)

How to track cargo shipment status in real time?

Mainstream tracking methods:

• Official website inquiry for shipping companies (Maersk, COSCO SHIPPING, etc.)
• Customized Freight Forwarding Management System (85% of enterprises to adopt API integration by 2025)
• IoT-enabled Container Devices (Real-time Temperature and Humidity Monitoring)
• Customs Data Linkage (Some Countries Open Customs Clearance Status Inquiry)

What to pay attention to special goods exports?

Specifications for Handling Three Categories of Special Cargo:

• Hazardous materials (MSDS and dangerous goods packaging certificate required)
• Lithium battery (UN38.3 test report + 1.2-meter drop test)
• Food category (FDA registration + nutritional composition test report)

What are the golden standards for selecting a freight forwarder?

Evaluation of 7 Key Competencies for High-Quality Freight Forwarders:

• Do you have NVOCC qualification (Ministry of Transport Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier number)?
• Overseas agency network coverage capability (it is recommended to request the qualifications of the destination port partners)
• Historical Dispute Resolution Success Rate (case database available upon request)
• Insurance package plan (the minimum insured amount should be 110% of the cargo value).
• Level of digital services (e-statements, automatic alert system)
• Experience in handling special cargo (e.g., processing ATA Carnet for exhibits)
• Emergency response speed (24/7 multilingual customer service)