1.Export Agent ServicesWhat basic items are included in the fees?

According to the trade service statistics of the General Administration of Customs in 2023, regular export agency fees typically include:

• Basic service fee: Core services such as customs clearance agency and document preparation
• Document Processing Fee:
  • Commercial invoice certification fee (50-200 yuan/copy)
  • Origin CertificateApplication fee (100-300 yuan/ticket)
• : Special services such as special packaging and dangerous goods declaration: Including port handling fees, container lifting fees, etc.

II. What are the types of service fee calculation methods?

Currently, the mainstream billing models in the market exhibit dual-track characteristics:

• Value Ratio System: Typically charging 0.8%-1.5% of the total cargo value
• Tiered pricing:
  • 20GP container: 800-1200 RMB/container
  • 40HQ container: 1500-2200 RMB/container
• Mixed charging model: Fixed fee + floating fee based on cargo value combination

III. Which hidden fees are easily overlooked?

Based on our industry audit experience, the following three hidden fees require special attention:

• Inspection surcharge: Storage and handling fees incurred during customs inspection
• Exchange rate fluctuation differential: Foreign exchange loss from foreign currency settlement
• Special period surcharge: Holiday expedited service premium

IV. How to accurately estimate total service costs?

It is recommended to adoptThree-dimensional cost calculation model:

• Cargo dimensions: product name, volume, weight, cargo value
• Transportation dimensions: port of departure, port of destination, mode of transport
• Service dimensions: certification requirements, timeliness requirements, additional services

V. How much do costs vary across different transportation methods?

Taking the East China to US West Coast route as an example (latest 2025 rates):

• Maritime transportLarge - quantity imports: Service fees account for approximately 12%-18% of total freight costs
• Air freightDedicated line: Service fee proportion increases to 20%-25%
• China-Europe Railway Express: Special regulatory fees add 5%-8% to total costs

VI. How to choose cost-effective agency services?

Recommendations for reference3C evaluation system:

• Cost Structure: Transparency of cost breakdowns
• Compliance Level: AEO certification level
• Customization: Personalized service capability