23 Years of Foreign Trade Import & Export Experience

China Import & Export
Agency You Can Trust

Your licensed trade entity in China. We handle customs clearance, export tax refunds, import/export agency, and full supply chain —so you scale without compliance risk.

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23+
Years of Experience
5,000+
Clients Served
US$75M+
Annual Managed Trade Volume
98.3%
Client Satisfaction
125+
Countries Traded

Why Foreign Buyers Struggle With China Trade

These are the four most costly problems international buyers face —and exactly why they come to Zhongshen.

"We don't have a Chinese business license —we can't export legally."

★Our Solution

As your licensed Exporter of Record, Zhongshen files all export declarations under our entity. No Chinese company, bank account, or license needed —we handle it all compliantly on your behalf.

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"Our factory won't open a VAT invoice —we're losing 13% on every shipment."

★Our Solution

We purchase directly from your supplier, requiring a proper VAT invoice as a condition of payment. The export VAT refund goes to you —not your factory —processed within 1 business day.

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"Our shipment was held at customs for weeks —no one told us why."

★Our Solution

With 23 years of established port relationships at Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou, we pre-check all documentation before lodging —so issues are resolved before they become delays.

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"We wired payment to a supplier and the goods never arrived."

★Our Solution

Zhongshen holds SAFE-authorized foreign exchange settlement and pays your supplier only after goods are verified. Your funds are protected at every step —we absorb compliance liability.

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What We Do

Full-Spectrum China Trade Services

From your first shipment to ongoing supply chain management —one team, one point of contact.

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Export Agency

We act as your licensed export entity in China —documentation, foreign exchange settlement, and regulatory filing on your behalf.

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Import Agency

Full import agency: customs clearance, tariff classification, duty payment, and delivery to your Chinese warehouse or partner.

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Customs Clearance

Licensed declaration for all commodity types at Shanghai and major Chinese ports. Priority processing, 24/7.

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Export Tax Refund

VAT refund submitted immediately after export. Typical refund processed within ONE working day, transferred directly to your account.

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Sourcing & Procurement

We act as your local buying office —verifying suppliers, managing contracts, and consolidating orders from multiple factories.

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Logistics & Supply Chain

Ocean, air, China-Europe railway, warehousing, and last-mile delivery —all coordinated under one account.

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The Partner Trusted by 5,000+ Global Businesses

We don't just file paperwork —we take ownership of your compliance, timeline, and results.

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23 Years of Experience

Founded in 2001, Zhongshen has handled 5,000+ clients across 125+ countries.

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24/7 Operations

Round-the-clock declarations and a dedicated case manager for every client.

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Zero-Risk Guarantee

We absorb compliance liability. If we make an error, we cover the cost.

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Nationwide Coverage

Seamless service across Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and all major Chinese trade hubs.

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What Our Partners Say

Real results from businesses who trust Zhongshen with their most critical trade operations.

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"Cleared our first container at Ningbo port in under 48 hours. The tax refund was back in our account within 4 days. Remarkable efficiency."

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Michael K.
VP Operations, EuroGoods GmbH
🇩🇪 Germany · Export Agency
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"Zhongshen flagged a documentation issue before it became a costly delay. We've worked with 3 other agents —none came close to this level of service."

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Sarah T.
Supply Chain Director, Pacific Sourcing Ltd
🇦🇺 Australia · Customs Clearance
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"The import agency service saved us from a major compliance headache. Their team knew the regulation before our own lawyers did."

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Ahmed R.
CEO, Gulf Trade Partners
🇦🇪 UAE · Import Agency

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is a China import/export agency and why do I need one?+
An import/export agency acts as a licensed legal entity in China on your behalf. Foreign companies without a Chinese business license cannot directly import or export goods in China. Zhongshen holds all required licenses and acts as your trade proxy —handling documentation, declarations, duties, and payments, then settling with you directly.
How long does customs clearance take?+
For standard shipments with complete documentation, clearance typically takes 1— working days at major Chinese ports. With our 23 years of experience and established port relationships, we often achieve same-day or next-day processing. Complex or regulated goods may require 3— days.
How fast can I receive my export tax refund?+
Once your goods are exported with correct documentation, we submit your VAT refund application immediately. Our streamlined process means refunds are typically processed within ONE working day, transferred directly to your designated bank account.
Do you handle both imports into China and exports out of China?+
Yes. We handle the full spectrum: exporting Chinese goods to overseas buyers, importing foreign goods into China, re-export trade, and cross-border e-commerce. Our team is experienced in both directions and can advise on the most efficient structure for your trade flows.
What types of goods can you handle?+
We handle most commercial commodities including machinery, electronics, automotive parts, chemicals (with licensing), medical devices, food and beverages, cosmetics, textiles, and consumer goods. Contact us for a free commodity assessment on restricted categories.
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