Agency export,Customs clearanceWhat are the main items included in the cost?

According to the latest customs supervision requirements for 2025, the formal agency export clearance fees typically include the following six core components:

• Basiccustoms clearanceService expenses: Charged based on the quantity of customs declarations, typically ranging from 500-2000 yuan per document.
• Inspection of vaccinesCosts of: Fees will be charged based on the regulatory requirements corresponding to the product's HS code (e.g., laboratory testing fees are required for food categories).
• The Customs/VAT prepayment: Calculated based on the declared value × applicable tax rate (some free trade agreements may offer reductions or exemptions)
• Port operation miscellaneous charges: Including container lifting, terminal security, and other fees, approximately 800-1500 RMB/TEU.
• Cost of Document Processing: Fees for reviewing documents such as commercial invoices/packing lists (electronic filing starting from 200 RMB, paper filing starting from 500 RMB)
• Emergency response cost：In case of customs inspection, demurrage fees, unpacking fees, etc. incurred shall apply.

How to accurately calculate tariff value-added tax in 2025?

Taking mechanical parts exported to the EU as an example (HS code 8483.90.00):

• The declared value of goods must includeFOB price + freight + insurance premium(New Freight Verification Requirements for 2025)
• Customs duty = Declared value × Most-Favored-Nation rate (currently 3.7%)
• Value-added tax = (Goods value + Customs duty) × 19% (German standard rate).
• Specifically reminded:After the China-EU Digital Trade Agreement takes effect, certified B2B orders can apply for VAT deferral.

How much do customs clearance costs vary across different modes of transportation?

Comparison of Common Transportation Costs in 2025 (Taking the Export of 1 Ton of Goods to the United States as an Example):

• Air customs clearance:
  • The average processing fee is 3,500 yuan.
  • Security inspection tiered pricing (General cargo: 800 RMB, Hazardous materials: 2800 RMB)
• FCL ocean shipping:
  • The base fee for a 40HQ container is 2200 yuan.
  • Total seal fee/equipment interchange receipt fee: 380 yuan
• China-Europe Express:
  • After enjoying government subsidies, the customs clearance fee has been reduced by 40%.
  • An additional cross-border railway supervision fee of 1500 yuan is required.

How to Avoid Hidden Costs in Customs Clearance Fees?

According to the 2025 audit cases from the General Administration of Customs, it is recommended to pay special attention to:

• Accuracy of commodity classification：The average amendment fee due to incorrect HS codes increases by 2,000 yuan per occurrence.
• Validity period of certificate of origin: The RCEP certificate must be completed and filed 3 working days prior to shipment.
• Completeness of declaration elements: Missing declarations for newly added environmental elements will incur a supplementary recording fee of 1,000 yuan per item.
• Logistics information matching: A discrepancy of more than 5% between the manifest and the customs declaration will trigger a manual review.

What are the new changes in the payment of customs clearance agency fees for 2025?

In line with the latest foreign exchange management policies:

• Allows the use ofDigital RMBPay Customs Duties and Taxes (The pilot port list has been expanded to 18)
• The agency service fee must be paid withinSingle Window PlatformComplete online payment filing
• Mandatory requirements for commodity tradingPre-determined priceGuaranteed Payment
• Small and medium-sized enterprises can apply with AEO certification.45-day tax payment period

How to evaluate the reasonableness of quotes when selecting a proxy service provider?

Recommended adoptionThree-Dimensional Evaluation Method:

• Compliance dimension:
  • Check if it includes customs fee receipt
  • Please confirm the exchange rate conversion standard (based on the customs duty assessment date or declaration date).
• Transparency dimension:
  • Please provide a detailed itemized quotation.
  • Please verify whether the latest standards are being applied for port charges.
• Risk control dimension:
  • Please check whether the response service is billed separately.
  • Guarantee Plan for Late Declaration Fees/Late Payment Fees