Comprehensive interpretation of the delivery process of cross-border e-commerce and import companies

In the context of globalization and the rapid development of information technology, the relationship between cross-border e-commerce and traditional import companies has become increasingly close. This article will explore the various forms of cross-border e-commerce and the specific procedures of import companies during the delivery process to help readers better understand this complex business environment.

Import enterprise delivery process

After applying for customs declaration and obtaining customs review, import enterprises need to pay customs duties and value-added tax on imported goods to the customs. Generally speaking, these fees must be paid within 15 days from the date when the customs issues the “Special Payment Book for Customs Import Duties” and the “Special Payment Book for Customs Import Value-Added Tax”. Overdue fees will incur late payment fees. After paying the relevant taxes, the customs will release the goods and the importer can take delivery of the goods.

Pick-up form

There are mainly the following forms of delivery:

1. Warehouse pick-up: After completing the import customs declaration and tax payment procedures, the importer can pay the relevant fees, such as warehousing fees and yard fees, with the delivery note (D/O) and electronic instructions. Go through the delivery procedures.

2. Container pick-up: Depending on the type of goods, the importer needs to bring the small bill of lading and the application for picking up the container from the towing company to the container management department to go through a series of deposit procedures for fees, and finally pick up the container and return it at the designated location. Empty box.

3. Shipside pick-up: For special goods (such as dangerous goods, corrosive goods, etc.), importers need to pick up the goods at the shipside and lift the goods directly to the transport vehicle or barge.

Main forms of cross-border e-commerce

The evolution of cross-border e-commerce not only promotes the transformation of traditional logistics, but also introduces a variety of new business forms.

1. Paperless trade: Relying on information technology to achieve paperless transactions and process optimization to improve efficiency in transactions.

2. Online platform trade: E-commerce activities conducted through online trading platforms (such as B2B, B2C, C2C).

3. Online exhibition: An online display combined with traditional exhibitions to facilitate information exchange and cooperation between enterprises and international buyers.

Form of overseas warehouse

In cross-border e-commerce, overseas warehouses have received particular attention and are mainly divided into the following categories:

1. Amazon FBA: The warehousing and logistics services provided by Amazon allow sellers to use the warehouse reasonably and process orders, but its service fees are relatively high.

2. Seller’s self-built warehouse: A flexible option suitable for large sellers. It can provide independent control, but the construction cost is high.

3. Third-party overseas warehouse: It can effectively reduce costs and provide sellers with better customer service.

Conclusion

The rise of cross-border e-commerce has changed the pattern of traditional foreign trade. Online transactions have gradually replaced offline transactions and become the trend of the times. As an importer, it is crucial to master the delivery and customs procedures, and you also need to understand the various forms of cross-border e-commerce in order to better adapt to this rapidly changing market environment. By comprehensively utilizing diversified content forms, companies can remain invincible in the fierce market competition and maximize profits.