What enterprise qualifications are required for the agency export of color-coated steel coils?

According to the latest 2025 export control regulations, the following qualifications are required for the export of color-coated steel coils by agents:

• The basic qualifications:
  • Import and Export Right Filing Registration Certificate
  • Customs registration certificate
  • Register of Foreign Exchange Administration
• Special Product Qualifications:
  • Steel Export License (required by some countries)
  • RoHS Compliance Statement (EU Market)
  • Third-party inspection report (key parameters such as thickness/zinc coating content, etc.)

What is the standard process for acting as an export agent for color-coated steel coils?

Based on the successful cases we have operated in the Southeast Asian market, the standard process includes:

• Sign a tripartite agreement (factory - agent - overseas buyer)
• Pre-screening of export country technical standards (e.g., India BIS certification)
• Arrange inspection and loading supervision (especially for reinforcement of coiled cargo)
• Please declare the HS code (recommended to be classified under 72104900).
• Arrange transportation insurance (it is recommended to add rain damage coverage).

What costs are involved in export agency services?

Example of the Composition of Agency Service Fees in 2025:

• Fixed fees:
  • Agency service fee: 0.8%-1.2% of the cargo value
  • Documentation fee: 200-500 RMB per shipment
• Variable Costs:
  • Port miscellaneous fees (charged by the number of rolls)
  • Fumigation fee (for wooden packaging)
  • Special reinforcement material cost

How to Prevent Quality Disputes in the Export of Prepainted Steel Coils?

The following risk control measures are recommended:

• Specify quality terms (such as JIS G3302 standard)
• Retain traceability information of production batch numbers
• Third-party inspection before shipment (recommended SGS/BV)
• Sign clear quality objection period terms (recommended to be 30 days after arrival at the port).

Note: In 2023, we handled a claim case from an EU customer regarding insufficient zinc coating thickness, and successfully defended it through the retained sample test report.

Export tax refundHow exactly does it operate?

The current tax rebate rate for color-coated steel coils is 13%. Special attention is required:

• Document filing must include heat number information.
• The remarks column of the VAT invoice must indicate the export contract number.
• customs clearanceThe "Specification and Model" column must be fully labeled: Width × Thickness × Zinc Coating Weight.
• The tax refund processing period is typically 45-60 working days.

What are the special requirements for common customs declaration documents?

In addition to the regular documents, special attention should be paid to:

• The material certificate must specify the substrate type (cold rolled/hot rolled).
• The packaging declaration must indicate the core diameter (Φ508/Φ610).
• The following documents must be submitted for sea freight: a weight distribution diagram (to prevent cargo ship loading imbalance).
• Southeast Asian countries require FORM E Certificate of Origin.

What pitfalls should be aware of when selecting an agency?

It is recommended to focus on verifying:

• Does it possess hazardous materials transportation qualifications (some color-coated coils fall under Class 9 hazardous materials)?
• Are there any export records of similar products (please provide at least three sample customs declaration forms)?
• Are you familiar with the customs clearance requirements at the destination port (such as SASO certification for Saudi Arabia)?
• Is full liability insurance provided (the minimum coverage should be 110% of the cargo value)?

Frequently Asked Questions About Color Coated Steel Coil Exports

Q: Does the export of color-coated steel coils require commodity inspection?
A: Regular galvanized/galvalume coils do not require legal inspection, but prepainted coils need to undergo performance inspection for transport packaging of export goods.

Q: What should I do if the customs at the destination port conducts sampling inspection?
A: It is recommended to conduct a pre-shipment inspection at the port of origin in advance. You may request the agency to provide a test report from a "Customs Recognized Laboratory."

Q: Who is responsible for rust on steel coils during transportation?
A: The rust prevention responsibility must be clearly stated in the trade contract. It is recommended to use VCI vapor phase rust prevention packaging, and mark "bare parts reinforced" on the bill of lading.