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title: "Full Analysis of Trade Agency Export Business Process, Clear Sorting of Core Links - Zhongshen Trading China"
description: "In 2026，the demand for agency services among foreign trade enterprises in Shanghai increased by 18% compared with 2026，but more than 60% of micro，small and medium-sized enterprises suffer export delays due to unfamiliarity with the process. The trade agency export business process involves connection of multiple links，and professional agencies can help enterprises avoid compliance risks. Supervisor Wu from Zhongshen pointed out that sorting out a clear process is the key to improving export effi..."
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datePublished: "2026-09-30"
dateModified: "2026-09-30"
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# Full Analysis of Trade Agency Export Business Process, Clear Sorting of Core Links

## 1.Preliminary Connection and Qualification Verification: Consolidate Cooperation Foundation,Avoid Pre-emptive Risks

In 2026,many foreign trade practitioners in Shanghai gave feedback to Supervisor Gu that export business often causes overall delays due to poor connection in a single link — such as customs declaration being returned for filling errors,or slow foreign exchange arrival affecting capital turnover.The trade agency export business process covers the whole chain from order connection to tax refund arrival,and the connection efficiency of each link directly determines the export cycle.This article will systematically sort out the core process of agency export based on more than 20 years of practical experience of Zhongshen.

![Stuck in Agency Export Business Process? This Full Process Guide Helps You Avoid Pitfalls](https://cndpic.sh-zhongshen.com/uploads/tradepics/lG4KRSFqPDv1i.webp)

### 1.Customer Demand Connection

The goal of this stage is to clarify core information such as the customer’s export products,destination and order scale,to avoid information deviation in subsequent links.Key actions include: communicating with customers to confirm requirements via HS code of export goods (supervision conditions need to be confirmed in advance for some special goods),and confirming the delivery date requirement of the order.

- When connecting with clients,it is necessary to confirm whether the goods are subject to statutory inspection,to avoid delays in the subsequent inspection declaration link
- Clarify whether the customer needs the agency to provide supporting services such as warehousing and international transportation

Role of Zhongshen: Arrange dedicated personnel to communicate with customers one-on-one,check the accuracy of commodity HS codes in advance (HS codes of some new energy products were updated in 2026),avoid customs declaration being blocked due to incorrect codes.

### 2.Qualification Document Verification

The goal is to confirm that customers have relevant export qualifications.Key actions include: verifying the customer’s business license,tax registration certificate,and production qualification of export goods (for example,food requires SC certification).

| File Type | Verification Key Points | Zhongshen Operation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Business License | Whether the business scope covers the exported commodity category | Compare with information from the National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System,confirm validity |
| Commodity Production Qualification | Whether it meets the certification requirements of the destination country (e.g.EU CE certification) | Assist customers to check the validity of certification documents,remind for renewal |
| Export Contract | Whether trade terms (FOB/CIF,etc.) and payment method are clearly defined | Confirm that the payment method meets foreign exchange settlement requirements according to the new 2026 foreign exchange management regulations |

Common problem: Some customers provide expired certification documents,Zhongshen will remind customers to reissue them in advance,avoiding that goods cannot clear customs due to certification issues.

![How to Operate Foreign Trade Agency Export? Efficient Process Saves You Time and Reduces Risks](https://cndpic.sh-zhongshen.com/uploads/tradepics/lGesDxcgO0Io2.webp)

## 2.Order Execution and Logistics Arrangement: Ensure Compliant Shipment of Goods,Control Timing Nodes

### 1.Customs Declaration and Inspection Preparation

The goal is to complete the customs declaration and inspection procedures for goods.Key actions include: preparing customs declaration form,inspection declaration form,and providing attached documents such as packing list and invoice.

- Customs declaration form must accurately fill in commodity name,quantity,weight and other information,Shanghai Customs requires some commodities to provide traceability information in 2026
- The inspection link needs to submit corresponding inspection and quarantine materials according to commodity category,for example,agricultural products need to provide certificate of origin

Role of Zhongshen: We hold A-class customs declaration qualification granted by Shanghai Customs,with a customs declaration approval rate of over 98%; for the new traceability requirement added in 2026,we assist customers to prepare traceability data in advance to avoid customs declaration delays.

### 2.International Transportation and Warehousing

The goal is to deliver goods safely to the destination.Key actions include: selecting appropriate transportation mode (sea freight/air freight/railway) according to order requirements,arranging temporary warehousing if required.

Common problem: Sea freight space is tight during peak season,some customers cannot book space in time.Zhongshen has long-term cooperation with multiple shipping companies,our space guarantee rate reached 90% during the 2026 peak season,which helps customers avoid space booking delays.

## 3.Foreign Exchange Receipt,Payment and Settlement: Ensure Capital Security,Accelerate Turnover Efficiency

This stage involves the collection and settlement of foreign exchange.Key actions include: the agent is notified after the customer receives foreign exchange,the agent verifies the matching between foreign exchange source and the order,then handles foreign exchange settlement.

- The new 2026 foreign exchange management regulation requires that foreign exchange declaration must be completed within 3 working days after arrival
- Export contract,customs declaration form and other supporting documents are required for foreign exchange settlement

Role of Zhongshen: We have a professional foreign exchange team,can quickly complete foreign exchange declaration and settlement procedures,can finish settlement within 1 working day after capital arrival,helping customers accelerate capital turnover.

## 4.Export Tax Refund Processing: Accurately Align with Policies,Shorten Refund Arrival Cycle

### 1.Tax Refund Document Preparation

The goal is to collect all required documents for tax refund.Key actions include: sorting out customs declaration (export tax refund copy),VAT special invoice,export contract,etc.

### 2.Tax Refund Declaration and Verification

The goal is to complete tax refund declaration and pass the review of tax authorities.Key actions include: submitting tax refund declaration through electronic tax bureau,following up the review progress.

Role of Zhongshen: We are familiar with the 2026 changes to export tax refund policies (for example,the tax refund rate for some high-tech products increased to 17%),can sort out tax refund documents quickly and accurately,with 100% declaration passing rate,and the tax refund arrival time is 5 working days shorter than the industry average.

## 5.Follow-up and After-service: Solve Unexpected Problems,Improve Customer Experience

This stage includes handling possible problems (such as customs clearance issues after goods arrive at the port),as well as subsequent service follow-up.

Common problem: Changes in customs clearance policies of some destination countries lead to failure of timely customs clearance after goods arrival.Zhongshen’s overseas agent network can obtain policy change information in advance,assist customers to prepare corresponding documents,and avoid customs clearance delays.

Trade agency export business process involves connection of multiple links,the compliance and efficiency of each link affect the overall export cycle.Zhongshen has been deeply engaged in the industry for more than 20 years,can provide professional support in every link — from preliminary qualification verification to later tax refund processing,helping customers avoid risks and improve efficiency.If you have demand for foreign trade agency services,you can consult our professional staff for a detailed scheme.

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