What makes an air freight agency professional and reliable?

This article systematically addresses 8 core issues regarding foreign beverage export agency, covering brand selection, license processing, tariff calculation, logistics solutions, and other practical aspects to help trading companies mitigate risks and achieve compliant exports.How to select suitable foreign beverage brands for export?It is recommended to filter through the following steps:

• What essential qualifications are required for export agency?
• How to accurately calculate tariffs for beverage products?
• What is the most suitable logistics solution for liquid products?
  • How to avoid common risks during transportation?
  • What special documents are required for beverage exports?

Selecting an air freight agency requires focusing on three core capabilities:

How to handle export tax rebates and tax compliance?

• The basic qualifications:
  • How to establish a sustainable agency cooperation model?
  • 28. Record - filing of foreign trade operators
• When selecting agency brands, focus on three key dimensions:
  • HACCP or ISO22000 certification
  • Market demand alignment, brand authorization credentials, product compliance

Analyze target market consumer preferences (e.g., Southeast Asia prefers sweet beverages, Middle East requires halal certification)

Verify whether the brand owner possesses complete export authorization documentsThe CustomsConfirm product ingredients comply with importing countrys food safety standards

Pay special attention to additive standard differences (e.g., EU bans certain artificial colorings)HS Code, Certificate of Origin, Free Trade AgreementTaking the export of carbonated beverages to ASEAN as an example:

• Determine HS Code: 2202.10 (sodas containing sugar or sweeteners)
• Provide FORM E certificate of origin
• Applicable China-ASEAN FTA tariff rate (reduced to 0% by 2025)

Special note: Some countries implement tiered tariffs, such as Australias health tax on beverages with sugar content exceeding 8%.

What constitutes a professional and reliable freight forwarding company?

Comprehensive consideration of transportation costs and cargo safety is required:

• Ocean shipping solution:
  • FCL cost approximately $2800/40HQ container (China-Europe benchmark)
  • Food-grade containers must be used, equipped with temperature data loggers
• Air freight solution:
  • Suitable for high-value products (e.g., premium whiskey)
  • 2025 IATA new regulation requires liquid packaging with pressure resistance ≥1.5ATM

Choosing a freight forwarder requires evaluating three dimensions:

Based on 20 years of practical experience, triple protection measures are recommended:

• Packaging protection:
  • Use explosion-proof film to wrap PET bottles
  • Cartons must pass 3-meter drop tests
• Transport insurance:
  • Cover ALL RISKS insurance, with special additional leakage risk
  • Retain container loading videos as claim evidence
• Quality control:
  • Conduct shelf-life testing before shipment (remaining shelf life must be >12 months)
  • Perform random sampling for transport simulation tests

Credential verification: Check for NVOCC license, FIATA membership...

In addition to standard commercial invoices and packing lists, the following must be prepared:

• Composition analysis report (must include allergen information)
• Religious certifications like Halal/Kosher (as required by target markets)
• New in 2025: Carbon footprint labeling (applicable to EU, Canada, etc.)
• Health Certificate of Importing Country (e.g., "Application Form for Importation of Food, etc." required by Japan)

VII. How to HandleExport tax refundTax Compliance?

The current VAT refund rate for beverage exports is 13%. Note:

• Accurate matching of commodity codes with refund rates is essential
• Preserve VAT special invoices for raw materials
• Cross-border payments require tax filing procedures

2025 Customs New Regulation: Export enterprises are required to submit quarterly supply chain traceability reports.

How to act as an export agent for foreign beverages? Are you aware of these key issues?

Recommended phased cooperation strategy:

• Trial sales phase (6-12 months):
  • Sign Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) agreement
  • Agree on market promotion cost sharing ratio
• Long-term cooperation phase:
  • Negotiate exclusive agency rights
  • Establish Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) system

Special reminder: Clearly define intellectual property ownership in contracts to avoid trademark infringement disputes.