--- title: "What are the specific items included in Fujian import agency fees? What is the current market charging standard?" description: "When importing Carrara White Marble from Italy，many importers have encountered arbitrary overcharging by small agencies that exceeded the budget by 20%，and even had to pay 50,000 RMB in liquidated damages to end customers due to coordination errors. Many importers are eager to find a reliable agency but afraid of falling into traps again. This article analyzes the flaw of the traditional agency model: low-price attraction + hidden charges，and introduces that adopting VAT deferral policy to offse..." url: "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/fujian-import-agent-fee-items-market-charging-standard.html" language: "en" type: "Q&A" category: "Import Agency Q&A" datePublished: "2026-09-29" dateModified: "2026-09-29" brand: "Zhongshen Trading China" answerCount: 10 --- # What are the specific items included in Fujian import agency fees? What is the current market charging standard? ## Question I run a high-end stone import business in Quanzhou, Fujian. Last month I imported a batch of Carrara White Marble from Italy through a small agency. They quoted a very low price at first, but added extra charges for container detention and urgent customs declaration later, the final total cost was 20% higher than the original quote. Worse, due to their coordination error, the cargo was detained at the port for 3 days, and I had to pay 50,000 RMB in liquidated damages to my domestic client. Now I need to import another batch of the same stone with a very tight budget. I am eager to find a reliable agency but very worried about falling into traps again. I want to know what exactly are the detailed items included in Fujian import agency fees? Are there any hidden charges? Is there a big difference in charges for different cargo values and volumes? Besides, I heard that VAT deferral can reduce costs, will this affect agency fees? I really don't want to fall into traps again, otherwise the profit of this batch will be completely wiped out. ## Answers ### Answer 1 — Best Answer First of all，the core flaw of the traditional agency model is "low-price attraction + hidden charges". For example，they only quote the basic agency fee at the early stage，then add extra charges for document review，port coordination，urgent customs declaration and other links. Just like the container detention fee you encountered，many agencies will take advantage of clients' unfamiliarity with the free storage period，deliberately delay picking up containers and pass the cost to clients，which can eventually lead to cost overrun of more than 30%. For cost control，you can use **VAT Deferral Policy** to offset part of the cost: As Fujian is a pilot zone for cross-border trade facilitation，eligible general taxpayers can apply for VAT deferral when importing goods. You do not need to pay full VAT at the import stage，you only need to deduct it when filing VAT returns for the current period. This directly saves capital occupation cost equivalent to about 13% of the cargo value，which is equivalent to indirectly reducing the capital occupation fee of the agency link. In addition，in terms of qualification selection，you should choose an agency with "AA-class Customs Declaration Qualification". Such agencies can enjoy policies such as priority document review by customs and reduced inspection rate，further reducing extra costs caused by port detention and inspection. Dynamic cost-benefit calculation: take a stone cargo with a value of 1 million RMB as an example，the comprehensive agency fee of a compliant agency is about 0.8%-1.2% of the cargo value. Adding the capital benefit brought by VAT deferral，the total cost is about 2.5%-4% lower than that of traditional agencies. Finally，our exclusive cost control tip: when signing an agency contract，clearly agree on the "all-in fixed price" model，include all possible costs (including document，customs declaration，logistics coordination fees) in the contract，prohibit extra charges afterwards，and stipulate that any over-expenditure shall be borne by the agency as breach of contract liability. **status:** accepted **Author:** Eric Zhou **Date:** 2026-09-29 ### Answer 2 Customs link charges in Fujian import agency fees mainly include three categories: customs declaration entry fee, valuation auxiliary fee, and tax payment agency service fee. Some small agencies use "low-price customs declaration" as a gimmick, deliberately undervalue the cargo value to reduce their own agency commission. But this operation is very likely to trigger customs valuation questioning, which will not only generate extra fees for document deletion and re-declaration (about 2000-5000 RMB per shipment), but also lead to cargo detention at the port, generating 1000-2000 RMB of port storage fee per day. If there is a valuation dispute and the agency fails to provide professional supporting valuation documents (such as original factory invoices, foreign exchange payment vouchers), it will also generate labor costs for customs negotiation, which eventually leads to a hidden increase of more than 30% in agency fees. It is recommended that when signing the agency contract, you clearly require the agency to provide full supporting documents for the entire valuation process, and stipulate that extra costs arising from valuation disputes shall be borne by the agency. **status:** suggested **Author:** Andy Guo **Date:** 2026-09-29 ### Answer 3 Logistics coordination fees in Fujian import agency fees mainly cover port free storage period application, container detention fee reduction, and bill of lading endorsement service fee. Some agencies ignore the differentiated free storage policies of Fujian ports: for example, the free storage period for stone cargo at Xiamen Port is 7 days, and 5 days at Fuzhou Port. If the agency fails to apply for an extension of the free storage period in time, it will generate 500-1000 RMB of port storage fee per day. In addition, if the agency makes an error in the bill of lading endorsement link, resulting in failure to exchange documents normally, it will delay container pickup for 1-2 days and generate additional container detention fees. It is recommended to choose an agency familiar with Fujian port policies, require them to submit the free storage period application 3 days before cargo arrival, and check bill of lading endorsement information in advance to avoid extra costs caused by logistics coordination errors. **status:** suggested **Author:** Daniel Xu **Date:** 2026-09-29 ### Answer 4 Fujian import agency fees are directly related to tax planning, especially the application of VAT deferral policy. According to the latest regulations of Fujian Customs in 2026, eligible import enterprises can apply for VAT deferral when importing through an agency, no need to pay 13% VAT at the import stage, only need to deduct it when filing current-period VAT declaration. Some agencies charge an extra 1%-2% service fee under the name of "assisting with VAT deferral application", but in fact this service belongs to the basic compliance service of the agency and should not be charged extra. In addition, if the agency fails to assist enterprises with cross-border related party transaction pricing filing, it may lead to tax authorities adjusting taxable income, generating extra corporate income tax costs, and indirectly pushing up comprehensive import costs. It is recommended that when entrusting an agency, you clearly require that VAT deferral application service be included in the basic agency fee, and no extra charge is allowed. **status:** suggested **Author:** Jason Wu **Date:** 2026-09-29 ### Answer 5 Foreign exchange payment and settlement link charges in Fujian import agency fees mainly include exchange rate optimization service fee, exchange settlement reconciliation service fee, and cross-border payment handling fee. Some agencies take advantage of enterprises' unfamiliarity with exchange rates, charge 0.5%-1% service fee under the name of "locking preferential exchange rate". In fact, purchasing foreign exchange through CIPS can directly enjoy real-time preferential exchange rates from banks, no need for extra operation through agencies. In addition, if the agency fails to conduct exchange settlement reconciliation in accordance with compliance requirements, it may lead to the enterprise account being listed as a concerned account by the State Administration of Foreign Exchange, generating subsequent compliance rectification costs. It is recommended to choose an agency with CIPS payment qualification, require them to provide original bank exchange rate vouchers in the payment and settlement link, and prohibit charging extra exchange rate optimization service fees. **status:** suggested **Author:** Linda Gao **Date:** 2026-09-29 ### Answer 6 Most disputes over Fujian import agency fees come from unclear contract terms. Some agencies only agree on "basic agency fee" in the contract, and list document fees, urgent service fees, inspection service fees and other items as "extra charges", and raise prices arbitrarily afterwards. According to the requirements of the 2026 Model Text of Foreign Trade Agency Contract, agencies must clearly list all detailed items and charging standards, including basic agency fee, document review fee, customs declaration fee, logistics coordination fee, etc., and shall not include the unfair clause that "extra costs arising from force majeure shall be borne by the principal", because agency coordination errors do not fall within the scope of force majeure. It is recommended that before signing the contract, you require the agency to provide the "Fee Detail List" as an attachment to the contract, clarify the upper limit of all fees, and stipulate that if the agency needs to charge extra, it must notify the principal in writing 3 days in advance, otherwise the principal has the right to refuse payment. **status:** suggested **Author:** Evelyn Li **Date:** 2026-09-29 ### Answer 7 Inspection link charges in Fujian import agency fees mainly include container unpacking service fee, sample inspection and appraisal fee, and inspection site fee. Some small agencies charge urgent fees under the name of "assisting quick customs inspection", but in fact the priority of customs inspection is related to agency qualification. AA-class agencies have higher inspection clearance efficiency and do not need extra urgent fees. In addition, if the agency does not prepare for inspection in advance, for example, fails to provide accurate cargo list or packaging marks do not meet requirements, it will increase the number of unpacking and generate extra unpacking fees (about 3000-8000 RMB per time). For stone cargo, if the agency does not apply for "on-site rapid inspection" in advance, it may be required to send samples for inspection, generating 5000-10000 RMB of appraisal fee. It is recommended to choose an agency with on-site inspection coordination capability, require them to prepare for inspection in advance, and avoid extra costs caused by operation errors. **status:** suggested **Author:** Cindy Chen **Date:** 2026-09-29 ### Answer 8 Packaging link charges in Fujian import agency fees mainly include moisture-proof reinforcement fee, packaging marking fee, and special cargo packaging fee. For stone cargo, some agencies use ordinary moisture-proof film for packaging, which causes the cargo to get damp during transportation, generates subsequent rework costs, and charges high moisture-proof reinforcement fees at the same time. In fact, the packaging requirement for stone at Fujian ports is PE moisture-proof film plus wooden reinforcement frame, the cost of this packaging is about 0.3%-0.5% of the cargo value. If the agency charges more than 0.5%, it is overpriced. In addition, if the agency fails to paste packaging marks in accordance with customs requirements, it will lead to the cargo being returned to the port for repackaging, generating extra packaging fees and port storage fees. It is recommended that when entrusting an agency, you require them to provide a packaging plan that meets Fujian port standards, and clarify the upper limit of packaging fees. **status:** suggested **Author:** Michael Zhang **Date:** 2026-09-29 ### Answer 9 Although the import link does not involve export tax rebate, the agency's document management capability will directly affect the efficiency of import tax deduction for enterprises, and indirectly affect the comprehensive cost. Some agencies delay providing Import VAT Special Payment Receipt, which leads to enterprises being unable to deduct VAT in time, generating extra capital occupation costs. According to the regulations of the State Taxation Administration in 2026, Import VAT Special Payment Receipt must be submitted to the enterprise within 15 days after cargo import. If the agency provides it overdue, the enterprise needs to bear extra capital occupation fee (calculated according to the current bank loan interest rate). In addition, if the documents provided by the agency do not meet the "four-flow consistency" requirement, it will lead to failure of import VAT deduction, resulting in a loss of about 13% of the cargo value. It is recommended to choose an agency with compliant document management qualification, require them to submit all compliant documents within 10 days after customs clearance, to avoid affecting VAT deduction. **status:** suggested **Author:** Victor Sun **Date:** 2026-09-29 ### Answer 10 The calculation of Fujian import agency fees needs to be optimized based on supply chain scale. For stone cargo, if the enterprise's single import volume exceeds 20 containers, you can negotiate a "bulk preferential price" with the agency. The basic agency fee can be reduced from 1.2% of the cargo value to 0.8%, and you can also require the agency to bear part of the logistics coordination fee. In addition, if the enterprise adopts the supply chain model of "centralized procurement + batch customs clearance", the agency can conduct unified document review and logistics planning, further reducing comprehensive costs by about 2%-3%. According to 2026 market data of foreign trade agencies in Fujian, the comprehensive agency fee for bulk import is about 15%-20% lower than that for single shipment. It is recommended that enterprises formulate quarterly import plans in advance, sign an Annual Agency Framework Agreement with the agency to lock in bulk preferential prices, and require the agency to provide a supply chain cost calculation form that clarifies the fee details of each batch. **status:** suggested **Author:** Kevin Lin **Date:** 2026-09-29 ## Related Categories - [Export Agency Q&A](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-export-agency/) - [Export Tax Rebate Q&A](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-export-tax-rebate/) - [Customs Declaration Q&A](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-customs-declaration/) - [Freight Forwarding Q&A](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-freight-forwarding/) - [Forex Settlement Q&A](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-forex-settlement/) - [Entrepôt Trade Q&A](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-entrepot-trade/) - [General Trade Q&A](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-general-trade/) ## Related Resources - [Trade Services](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/services/) - [Trade Cases](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/cases/) - [Trade Wiki](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/wiki/) - [Trade Class](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/guide/) - [Global Trade Services](https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/country/) ## Structured Data ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "QAPage", "inLanguage":"en", "isPartOf": { "@id":"https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/#website" }, "publisher":{ "@id":"https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/#organization" }, "mainEntity": { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the specific items included in Fujian import agency fees? What is the current market charging standard?", "text": "I run a high-end stone import business in Quanzhou, Fujian. Last month I imported a batch of Carrara White Marble from Italy through a small agency. They quoted a very low price at first, but added extra charges for container detention and urgent customs declaration later, the final total cost was 20% higher than the original quote. Worse, due to their coordination error, the cargo was detained at the port for 3 days, and I had to pay 50,000 RMB in liquidated damages to my domestic client. Now I need to import another batch of the same stone with a very tight budget. I am eager to find a reliable agency but very worried about falling into traps again. I want to know what exactly are the detailed items included in Fujian import agency fees? Are there any hidden charges? Is there a big difference in charges for different cargo values and volumes? Besides, I heard that VAT deferral can reduce costs, will this affect agency fees? I really don't want to fall into traps again, otherwise the profit of this batch will be completely wiped out.", "answerCount": 10, "upvoteCount": 4, "datePublished": "2026-09-29T18:02:23Z", "dateModified": "2026-09-29T18:21:08Z", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Zhongshen Trading China", "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/fujian-import-agent-fee-items-market-charging-standard.html" } ,"acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "First of all，the core flaw of the traditional agency model is "low-price attraction + hidden charges". For example，they only quote the basic agency fee at the early stage，then add extra charges for document review，port coordination，urgent customs declaration and other links. Just like the container detention fee you encountered，many agencies will take advantage of clients' unfamiliarity with the free storage period，deliberately delay picking up containers and pass the cost to clients，which can eventually lead to cost overrun of more than 30%. For cost control，you can use VAT Deferral Policy to offset part of the cost: As Fujian is a pilot zone for cross-border trade facilitation，eligible general taxpayers can apply for VAT deferral when importing goods. You do not need to pay full VAT at the import stage，you only need to deduct it when filing VAT returns for the current period. This directly saves capital occupation cost equivalent to about 13% of the cargo value，which is equivalent to indirectly reducing the capital occupation fee of the agency link. In addition，in terms of qualification selection，you should choose an agency with "AA-class Customs Declaration Qualification". Such agencies can enjoy policies such as priority document review by customs and reduced inspection rate，further reducing extra costs caused by port detention and inspection. Dynamic cost-benefit calculation: take a stone cargo with a value of 1 million RMB as an example，the comprehensive agency fee of a compliant agency is about 0.8%-1.2% of the cargo value. Adding the capital benefit brought by VAT deferral，the total cost is about 2.5%-4% lower than that of traditional agencies. Finally，our exclusive cost control tip: when signing an agency contract，clearly agree on the "all-in fixed price" model，include all possible costs (including document，customs declaration，logistics coordination fees) in the contract，prohibit extra charges afterwards，and stipulate that any over-expenditure shall be borne by the agency as breach of contract liability.", "upvoteCount": 4, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/fujian-import-agent-fee-items-market-charging-standard.html#acceptedAnswer", "datePublished": "2026-09-29T18:47:40Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Eric Zhou","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/eric-zhou/"} } ,"suggestedAnswer": [ { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Customs link charges in Fujian import agency fees mainly include three categories: customs declaration entry fee, valuation auxiliary fee, and tax payment agency service fee. Some small agencies use "low-price customs declaration" as a gimmick, deliberately undervalue the cargo value to reduce their own agency commission. But this operation is very likely to trigger customs valuation questioning, which will not only generate extra fees for document deletion and re-declaration (about 2000-5000 RMB per shipment), but also lead to cargo detention at the port, generating 1000-2000 RMB of port storage fee per day. If there is a valuation dispute and the agency fails to provide professional supporting valuation documents (such as original factory invoices, foreign exchange payment vouchers), it will also generate labor costs for customs negotiation, which eventually leads to a hidden increase of more than 30% in agency fees. It is recommended that when signing the agency contract, you clearly require the agency to provide full supporting documents for the entire valuation process, and stipulate that extra costs arising from valuation disputes shall be borne by the agency.", "upvoteCount": 0, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/fujian-import-agent-fee-items-market-charging-standard.html#suggestedAnswer-2", "datePublished": "2026-09-29T18:37:32Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Andy Guo","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/andy-guo/"} } , { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Logistics coordination fees in Fujian import agency fees mainly cover port free storage period application, container detention fee reduction, and bill of lading endorsement service fee. Some agencies ignore the differentiated free storage policies of Fujian ports: for example, the free storage period for stone cargo at Xiamen Port is 7 days, and 5 days at Fuzhou Port. If the agency fails to apply for an extension of the free storage period in time, it will generate 500-1000 RMB of port storage fee per day. In addition, if the agency makes an error in the bill of lading endorsement link, resulting in failure to exchange documents normally, it will delay container pickup for 1-2 days and generate additional container detention fees. It is recommended to choose an agency familiar with Fujian port policies, require them to submit the free storage period application 3 days before cargo arrival, and check bill of lading endorsement information in advance to avoid extra costs caused by logistics coordination errors.", "upvoteCount": 0, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/fujian-import-agent-fee-items-market-charging-standard.html#suggestedAnswer-3", "datePublished": "2026-09-29T18:36:35Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Daniel Xu","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/daniel-xu/"} } , { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Fujian import agency fees are directly related to tax planning, especially the application of VAT deferral policy. According to the latest regulations of Fujian Customs in 2026, eligible import enterprises can apply for VAT deferral when importing through an agency, no need to pay 13% VAT at the import stage, only need to deduct it when filing current-period VAT declaration. Some agencies charge an extra 1%-2% service fee under the name of "assisting with VAT deferral application", but in fact this service belongs to the basic compliance service of the agency and should not be charged extra. In addition, if the agency fails to assist enterprises with cross-border related party transaction pricing filing, it may lead to tax authorities adjusting taxable income, generating extra corporate income tax costs, and indirectly pushing up comprehensive import costs. It is recommended that when entrusting an agency, you clearly require that VAT deferral application service be included in the basic agency fee, and no extra charge is allowed.", "upvoteCount": 0, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/fujian-import-agent-fee-items-market-charging-standard.html#suggestedAnswer-4", "datePublished": "2026-09-29T18:30:12Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Jason Wu","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/jason-wu/"} } , { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Foreign exchange payment and settlement link charges in Fujian import agency fees mainly include exchange rate optimization service fee, exchange settlement reconciliation service fee, and cross-border payment handling fee. Some agencies take advantage of enterprises' unfamiliarity with exchange rates, charge 0.5%-1% service fee under the name of "locking preferential exchange rate". In fact, purchasing foreign exchange through CIPS can directly enjoy real-time preferential exchange rates from banks, no need for extra operation through agencies. In addition, if the agency fails to conduct exchange settlement reconciliation in accordance with compliance requirements, it may lead to the enterprise account being listed as a concerned account by the State Administration of Foreign Exchange, generating subsequent compliance rectification costs. It is recommended to choose an agency with CIPS payment qualification, require them to provide original bank exchange rate vouchers in the payment and settlement link, and prohibit charging extra exchange rate optimization service fees.", "upvoteCount": 0, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/fujian-import-agent-fee-items-market-charging-standard.html#suggestedAnswer-5", "datePublished": "2026-09-29T18:28:30Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Linda Gao","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/linda-gao/"} } , { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Most disputes over Fujian import agency fees come from unclear contract terms. Some agencies only agree on "basic agency fee" in the contract, and list document fees, urgent service fees, inspection service fees and other items as "extra charges", and raise prices arbitrarily afterwards. According to the requirements of the 2026 Model Text of Foreign Trade Agency Contract, agencies must clearly list all detailed items and charging standards, including basic agency fee, document review fee, customs declaration fee, logistics coordination fee, etc., and shall not include the unfair clause that "extra costs arising from force majeure shall be borne by the principal", because agency coordination errors do not fall within the scope of force majeure. It is recommended that before signing the contract, you require the agency to provide the "Fee Detail List" as an attachment to the contract, clarify the upper limit of all fees, and stipulate that if the agency needs to charge extra, it must notify the principal in writing 3 days in advance, otherwise the principal has the right to refuse payment.", "upvoteCount": 0, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/fujian-import-agent-fee-items-market-charging-standard.html#suggestedAnswer-6", "datePublished": "2026-09-29T18:24:37Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Evelyn Li","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/evelyn-li/"} } , { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Inspection link charges in Fujian import agency fees mainly include container unpacking service fee, sample inspection and appraisal fee, and inspection site fee. Some small agencies charge urgent fees under the name of "assisting quick customs inspection", but in fact the priority of customs inspection is related to agency qualification. AA-class agencies have higher inspection clearance efficiency and do not need extra urgent fees. In addition, if the agency does not prepare for inspection in advance, for example, fails to provide accurate cargo list or packaging marks do not meet requirements, it will increase the number of unpacking and generate extra unpacking fees (about 3000-8000 RMB per time). For stone cargo, if the agency does not apply for "on-site rapid inspection" in advance, it may be required to send samples for inspection, generating 5000-10000 RMB of appraisal fee. It is recommended to choose an agency with on-site inspection coordination capability, require them to prepare for inspection in advance, and avoid extra costs caused by operation errors.", "upvoteCount": 0, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/fujian-import-agent-fee-items-market-charging-standard.html#suggestedAnswer-7", "datePublished": "2026-09-29T18:24:33Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Cindy Chen","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/cindy-chen/"} } , { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Packaging link charges in Fujian import agency fees mainly include moisture-proof reinforcement fee, packaging marking fee, and special cargo packaging fee. For stone cargo, some agencies use ordinary moisture-proof film for packaging, which causes the cargo to get damp during transportation, generates subsequent rework costs, and charges high moisture-proof reinforcement fees at the same time. In fact, the packaging requirement for stone at Fujian ports is PE moisture-proof film plus wooden reinforcement frame, the cost of this packaging is about 0.3%-0.5% of the cargo value. If the agency charges more than 0.5%, it is overpriced. In addition, if the agency fails to paste packaging marks in accordance with customs requirements, it will lead to the cargo being returned to the port for repackaging, generating extra packaging fees and port storage fees. It is recommended that when entrusting an agency, you require them to provide a packaging plan that meets Fujian port standards, and clarify the upper limit of packaging fees.", "upvoteCount": 0, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/fujian-import-agent-fee-items-market-charging-standard.html#suggestedAnswer-8", "datePublished": "2026-09-29T18:22:20Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Michael Zhang","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/michael-zhang/"} } , { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Although the import link does not involve export tax rebate, the agency's document management capability will directly affect the efficiency of import tax deduction for enterprises, and indirectly affect the comprehensive cost. Some agencies delay providing Import VAT Special Payment Receipt, which leads to enterprises being unable to deduct VAT in time, generating extra capital occupation costs. According to the regulations of the State Taxation Administration in 2026, Import VAT Special Payment Receipt must be submitted to the enterprise within 15 days after cargo import. If the agency provides it overdue, the enterprise needs to bear extra capital occupation fee (calculated according to the current bank loan interest rate). In addition, if the documents provided by the agency do not meet the "four-flow consistency" requirement, it will lead to failure of import VAT deduction, resulting in a loss of about 13% of the cargo value. It is recommended to choose an agency with compliant document management qualification, require them to submit all compliant documents within 10 days after customs clearance, to avoid affecting VAT deduction.", "upvoteCount": 0, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/fujian-import-agent-fee-items-market-charging-standard.html#suggestedAnswer-9", "datePublished": "2026-09-29T18:21:50Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Victor Sun","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/victor-sun/"} } , { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The calculation of Fujian import agency fees needs to be optimized based on supply chain scale. For stone cargo, if the enterprise's single import volume exceeds 20 containers, you can negotiate a "bulk preferential price" with the agency. The basic agency fee can be reduced from 1.2% of the cargo value to 0.8%, and you can also require the agency to bear part of the logistics coordination fee. In addition, if the enterprise adopts the supply chain model of "centralized procurement + batch customs clearance", the agency can conduct unified document review and logistics planning, further reducing comprehensive costs by about 2%-3%. According to 2026 market data of foreign trade agencies in Fujian, the comprehensive agency fee for bulk import is about 15%-20% lower than that for single shipment. It is recommended that enterprises formulate quarterly import plans in advance, sign an Annual Agency Framework Agreement with the agency to lock in bulk preferential prices, and require the agency to provide a supply chain cost calculation form that clarifies the fee details of each batch.", "upvoteCount": 0, "url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/fujian-import-agent-fee-items-market-charging-standard.html#suggestedAnswer-10", "datePublished": "2026-09-29T18:21:08Z", "author": {"@type": "Person","name": "Kevin Lin","url": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/team/kevin-lin/"} } ] } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ {"@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/"},{"@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Q&A", "item": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/"},{"@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "Import Agency Q&A", "item": "https://www.sh-zhongshen.com/en/qa/cat-import-agency/"} ,{"@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "What are the specific items included in Fujian import agency fees? 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