International logistics

Ⅰ. Trucking service (Container Trucking)

1. Trucking service content

- Pick up: Pick up empty containers from the terminal/yard (such as CY pick up).

- Loading: Transport the container to the factory or warehouse for loading.

- Return the container: Transport the full container back to the terminal or designated yard (such as port CY).

- Internal towing/transit: Domestic transportation (such as from Shenzhen Yantian Port to Guangzhou Nansha Port).

2. Operation process

1. Entrust the trucking company:

- Provide SO (Shipping Order, booking order) or container pick up order (issued by the terminal).

- Confirm the loading address, time, and container type (such as 20GP/40HQ).

2. Preparation for container pick up:

- The trucking company goes to the terminal with SO to handle the bill (container pick up certificate) and pays the deposit (such as bill exchange fee).

3. Transportation and return of containers:

- The driver will pick up the container at the designated yard with the container pick-up order, and after completion, the container must be returned within the free time specified by the terminal.

3. Cost reference

- Domestic trailer fee: calculated according to the distance and container type (e.g. Shenzhen to Guangzhou is about ¥2000-¥4000/container).

- Surcharges: night container pick-up fee, vehicle pressure fee (loading and unloading overtime), tolls, etc.

4. Notes

- Container condition inspection: confirm that the container is not damaged when picking up the container (otherwise it needs to be reported to the terminal).

- Time control: avoid demurrage due to exceeding the free time.

- Special requirements: dangerous goods/refrigerated containers must be notified to the trailer company in advance.

Ⅱ. Customs Clearance

1. Customs clearance type

- Export customs clearance: declare to the customs before the goods leave the country.

- Import customs declaration: goods are cleared after arriving at the port (taxes need to be paid and documents need to be provided).

2. Customs declaration process

1. Prepare documents:

- Required documents: contract, invoice, packing list, customs declaration, declaration elements (such as HS code).

- Special documents: license (such as food requires health certificate), certificate of origin (such as FORM E).

2. Declaration method:

- Self-declaration: the company has its own customs declaration qualifications.

- Customs declaration agent: entrust a customs broker (a "Customs Declaration Letter" must be provided).

3. Customs review:

- Inspection (probability sampling) → payment of taxes (such as import tariffs, VAT) → release.

3. Cost reference

- Customs declaration agent fee: ¥200-¥800/ticket (depending on the complexity of the goods).

- Tariff/VAT: calculated based on HS code and value of goods (some goods can enjoy free trade agreement benefits).

4. Notes

- HS code accuracy: incorrect coding may result in fines or return of shipment.

- Timeliness:

- Export: customs declaration must be completed before the customs cut-off (otherwise, it cannot be loaded on board).

- Import: late declaration fee (if the declaration is not made for more than 14 days, 0.05%/day of the value of the goods will be charged).

- AEO certified enterprises: can enjoy customs clearance convenience (such as priority inspection).

III. Key points of trailer + customs declaration coordination

1. Time connection:

- After the trailer picks up the container, sufficient time must be reserved for loading and customs declaration (to avoid rushing to cut off the customs).

2. Document consistency:

- The box number and seal number of the customs declaration must be consistent with the actual loading.

3. Special goods:

- For dangerous goods, the qualifications of the terminal and trailer must be confirmed in advance.