1. What are the core advantages of acting as an export agent for wooden furniture?

Opting for professional export agency services can significantly reduce operational risks for enterprises:

• Policy compliance guarantee: The agency keeps abreast of the latest requirements such as the ISPM15 Wood Packaging Regulations and the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR).
• Cost Optimization: By leveraging large-scale transportation to reduce per-container logistics costs, an average of 15-20% in freight expenses can be saved.
• Risk transfer: Professional companies assume trade risks including document discrepancies and customs inspection delays.
• Trade facilitation：Integrate comprehensive chain services including customs clearance, tax refund, and foreign exchange settlement (based on the 2025 new edition).Export tax refundAt a rate of 13% as the benchmark)

II. What are the new policies for wooden furniture exports in 2025?

According to the latest announcement from the Ministry of Commerce in 2025, the key changes include:

• Upgrade of Environmental Certification: The new EU EN 12521:2024 furniture strength standard will be mandatory from January 2025.
• Electronic Certificate of Origin: Fully implement the blockchain-based evidence storage system, with paper certificates being phased out gradually.
• Wooden Quarantine Reinforcement: The U.S. APHIS has added 12 new wood species requiring fumigation treatment.
• Tax policy adjustments: For enterprises using FSC-certified timberExport tax refundThe ratio is increased by 2%.

3. Which certifications are mandatory for export?

Significant differences in requirements across target markets:

• Basic certifications:
  • ISO 9001 quality management system
  • Registration of Chinese Export Wood and Bamboo Product Manufacturing Enterprises
• Region-specific certification:
  • EU: CE Marking + EPD Environmental Declaration
  • USA: CARB Phase III Formaldehyde Emission Standards
  • Australia: AQIS Fumigation Certificate

Containers need to maintain more than 25% ventilation spaceInternational logisticscosts?

The shipping market in 2025 exhibits new characteristics:

• Choice of Transportation Mode:
  • Full container load (FCL) shipping: Suitable for orders with a single batch value exceeding USD 200,000.
  • LCL shipping: For small batch orders, it is recommended to opt for professional furniture LCL services.
  • China-Europe Railway Express: The transportation time is 40% shorter than that of sea freight, with costs increasing by approximately 15%.
• Cost-sensitive point:
  • Please note the changes in IMO2025 low-sulfur fuel surcharge.
  • Leverage the RCEP Agreement to Reduce Transit Costs in Southeast Asia

V. How to Prevent International Trade Risks?

Main types of disputes in the furniture industry over the past three years:

• 20. Quality Dispute: Improper humidity control accounts for 38% of cracking issues.
• 11. Intellectual property: The annual growth rate of design patent disputes has reached 22%.
• Risk of PaymentIt is recommended to adopt a combination of LC and export credit insurance.

Professional advice: Clearly specify in the agency agreementInspection StandardsandDivision of responsibilitiesandDispute resolution mechanismThree Major Clauses

VI. How to choose a reliable agency company?

It is recommended to evaluate from four dimensions:

• Qualification review: Check the AEO certification level at customs (it is recommended to select an Advanced Certified Enterprise).
• Case verification: Require provision of export cases of similar products in the past 2 years
• Service networks: Confirm the customs clearance capability at the destination port, especially at major ports in Europe and America.
• The response speed.: Testing the emergency response efficiency to unexpected issues (such as customs inspections)

7. Which markets have the greatest growth potential in 2025?

According to the General Administration of Customs 2025Q1 data:

• Emerging Markets: The Middle East region saw a year-on-year growth of 27%, with a focus on procurement demands for Saudi Arabia's Neom new city project.
• Traditional market: The North American smart furniture segment grew by 41%.
• Policy dividend market: The export tax rebate efficiency for customized furniture in RCEP member countries has increased by 30%.

Recommended adoptionMarket differentiation strategy: Europe and America primarily promote environmentally certified products, while Southeast Asia focuses on cost-effective bundled sets.