1. How to Choose Reliable Pre-made DishesExport agentThe company?

Choosing an agency should focus on the following factors:

• Industry Experience: At least 3 years of hands-on experience in food product export cases.
• Certification of Qualification: ISO22000/HACCP and other food industry certifications
• Logistics network: Equipped with full-process cold chain transportation capability (-18°C temperature control system)
• Compliance Capacity: Familiarize with the food labeling, additives, and other regulations in the target market.

2. What special qualifications are required for the export of pre-made dishes?

Basic qualifications include:

• Export foodCertificate of Production Enterprise
• Hygienic Registration Certificate (CIQ)
• Third-party testing report (microorganisms, heavy metals, etc.)

Special requirements example:

• EU: EU Organic Certification + Allergen Labeling
• United States: FDA Facility Registration + Low-Acid Canned Food Filing
• Japan: JAS Certification + Radioactive Substance Testing

III. How Does Cold Chain Transportation Ensure the Quality of Pre-made Dishes?

2025 Latest Operational Guidelines:

• adoptedSmart Temperature-Controlled Container(Temperature fluctuation throughout the process ≤ ±2℃)
• Pre-cooling treatment: Cool the product's core temperature to -15°C before loading into the container.
• Transportation time limit: Sea freight should not exceed 35 days, and air freight should prioritize direct flights.
• Emergency Plan: Equip backup generators and dry ice supply points.

IV. Export of Pre-made DishesThe CustomsHow is the cost calculated?

Taking the U.S. market as an example (under HS Code 1602.49 in 2025):

• Basic tariff: 6.4%
• Value-added Tax: State Rate Variations (0-10%)
• Additional charges: FDA inspection fee ($224 per inspection)
• Discount strategy: Exporting to Southeast Asia through the RCEP agreement can reduce tariffs by 40%.

V. How to Develop a Pricing Strategy for the International Market?

Recommended adoptionThree-tier pricing method:

• Primary market (Europe & U.S.): Cost-plus markup rate 120-150%
• Secondary market (Japan/Korea): Cost-plus rate 80-100%
• Emerging markets (ASEAN): Cost-plus markup rate of 50-70%

Need to considerExchange Rate Fluctuation Protection ClauseIt is recommended to adopt a 30% advance payment + letter of credit settlement.

6. How to address technical barriers to trade in the target market?

Latest Compliance Key Points:

• EU: To be implemented in 2025New Food Contact Materials Regulations（EU 2023/1112）
• United States: FDA UpdatesReady-to-eat food Listeria monitoringRequested
• Middle East: Mandatory Requirementshalal certification（GSO 2055-2）
• Solution: Entrust an agency to handle it.Compliance Pre-review Service

7. Typical Service Process for Pre-made Food Export Agency

The standard process cycle is approximately 45-60 days:

• 1-7 days: Product Compliance Assessment
• 8-15 days: Customized logistics solution
• 16-30 days: Complete customs clearance document preparation
• 31-45 days: Execute transportation and destination port services

8. How to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of proxy services?

Recommended adoption4C Evaluation Model:

• Cost: The agency fee ratio shall be ≤8% of the cargo value.
• Competence: Special customs clearance case success rate ≥ 95%
• Communication: Multilingual Service Team Configuration
• Emergency (Contingency): The compensation clause covers the full value of the goods.