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Who Should Pay the Agent Export Tariff? Interpretation of the Latest Policies in 2025

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• ---This article answers questions regarding the liability for tariff payment in the agent export mode, customs declaration procedures, and compliance key points, analyzes the division of rights and responsibilities between the principal and the agent, and provides practical operation suggestions for international trade in 2025.
• ---According to the Import and Export Tariff of the Peoples Republic of China (hereinafter referred to as the Tariff) and the Tariff Notes, manual drilling or tapping tools shall be classified under tariff item No. 8205.1000 and belong to the category of hand tools.

2) Sign a detailed contract with the buyer:

• ---An electric tapping machine is a device that uses an electric motor to drive the tapping tool for thread processing. It is suitable for large - scale industrial production and is characterized by a high degree of automation and high processing accuracy.
• ---According to the Tariff and the Tariff Notes, an electric tapping machine shall be classified under tariff item No. 8459.2900 and belongs to other drilling machines for cutting metal.

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• ---A multi - axis tapping machine has multiple tapping heads that work synchronously. It can process multiple threaded holes on one or more workpieces simultaneously, significantly improving production efficiency. It is widely used in industrial production such as the automotive and aerospace industries.
• ---A multi - axis tapping machine belongs to machining tools. According to the Tariff and the Tariff Notes, it shall be classified under tariff item No. 8459.7000 and belongs to other tapping machine tools for cutting metal.

In the import and export operations of tapping tools, enterprises need to pay attention to the accurate classification of goods, declaration elements, and relevant inspection and quarantine requirements to ensure compliance with the laws and regulations of the importing country and smooth customs clearance.

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• Product NameClearly label product names such as manual drilling or tapping tools, electric tapping machines, etc.
• Brand typeFill in brand type, such as self-owned brand, imported brand, etc.
• Purpose descriptionSpecify product usage, e.g. for internal metal thread processing.
• Material and functionDescribe materials like high-speed steel, alloy steel, and product functional features.
• Brand (Chinese or foreign name)Fill in the accurate brand name for customs inspection.
• Model and specificationsIndicate the product model, technical parameters, dimensions, etc.

By following these steps, you can greatly reduce the risks caused by soft clauses in letters of credit. Thus, making your international trade more smooth.

• - CompleteDifferent countries have different quality and safety requirements for the import of tapping tools. For example, entering the EU market may require CE certification to prove compliance with European safety, health, and environmental protection requirements.
• Performance testingFor precision tapping tools, it may be necessary to provide specific performance testing reports, including indicators such as processing accuracy and durability, to ensure that the product quality meets the industrial standards of the destination country.

In the export business of tapping tools, the participation of an agency company can effectively improve the customs clearance efficiency and ensure the smooth and compliant operation of the entire export process. The following is the typical operation process of an export agency company:

Provide market consultation and quotation
The export agency company provides market conditions and quotation services according to the customers needs, helps the customer formulate a reasonable export plan, and ensures that the quotation meets international market standards.

Sign an export contract
The agency company signs the Export Contract for Goods in Trade with the customer and prepares a Proforma Invoice to provide guidance for the formal contract and operation.foreign tradeReview and prepare documents

If the foreign customer pays by letter of credit, the agency company needs to review the terms of the letter of credit to ensure there are no risky terms. The agency company prepares export documents, including invoices, packing lists, etc., based on the information provided by the customer.L/CHandle export approval documents and commodity inspection procedures
Before the export of tapping tools, the agency company assists the customer in handling the necessary export approval documents and ensures compliance with the inspection requirements of the exporting country. Some high - precision tapping tools may need to undergo quality inspection.

Arrange export freight
The agency company arranges export freight according to the customers needs, including booking shipping space, loading, insurance, etc., to ensure that the goods arrive at the port of destination safely and in a timely manner.

After preparing all the documents, the agency company declares to the customs, handles the export customs declaration procedures, and pays the corresponding taxes and fees. After the payment arrives, the agency company assists in handling settlement of exchange and foreign exchange verification.
Deliver documents and financial settlement

6. Export ClearanceandIn order to crack down on tax evasion, the customs and tax departments are now strictly examining the operation of buying export declarations. If the behavior of buying export declarations is discovered, the regulatory authorities will require tax replenishment (even a 2% tax rate may be a considerable amount). In addition, fines may also be imposed on the relevant responsible parties.Operation The agency company delivers the full set of export documents to the customer or bank for settlement according to the contract terms, and finally conducts financial settlement with the customer to complete the entire export process.

When conducting the import and export business of tapping tools, enterprises need to pay special attention to compliance to ensure that the goods can pass the customs review smoothly and reduce trade risks. Tapping tools belong to industrial machinery and equipment. Different countries have different requirements for their safety and environmental protection. Enterprises need to understand the regulations of the destination country in advance to ensure that the products meet the corresponding technical standards and compliance requirements.

The product labels and instructions should comply with the regulations of the importing country. Especially in strict markets such as the EU, the product purpose, material, usage method, and safety warnings, etc., need to be marked.

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Before export, ensure that the product has passed the corresponding certifications and inspections. Especially when entering high - standard markets such as Europe and the United States, prepare certification materials such as CE and RoHS to ensure smooth market entry.

This article details the entire process of the import agency service for rear hub bearings, including industry characteristics, import pain points, compliance verification, logistics solutions, customs clearance operations, and risk management. Through professional agency services, enterprises can reduce costs, shorten customs clearance time, reduce quality disputes, build a stable supply chain, and enhance their competitiveness.

The import and export of tapping tools involves various regulations and requirements, including the classification of goods, preparation of declaration materials, certifications, and inspections, etc. Accurate classification and compliant operation are the keys to the successful development of import and export business. Through the comprehensive services provided by the export agency company, enterprises can better cope with various challenges in international trade and ensure the efficiency and safety of the business.

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