A Must-Read for Foreign Trade Beginners: A Complete Guide to the Shipping Process and Detailed Explanation of Bill of Lading Copies and Telex Releases

2025-05-26

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the shipping process for beginners in foreign trade, addressing the validity of bill of lading copies, the operation of telex release bills of lading, and the division of responsibilities under FOB terms, helping novices clarify procedures and successfully complete export transactions.

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Beginner's Guide to ASEAN-10: How to Easily Check HS Codes?

2025-05-22

This article takes the HS code of white chocolate as an example to detail the steps for querying the unified HS codes of ASEAN countries through the Vietnam Customs official website. It also outlines the background and trade advantages of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area, helping foreign trade beginners quickly master HS code queries and seize opportunities in the ASEAN market.

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Export Cost Calculation: Did Your Quote End Up Undercutting Yourself?

2025-05-22

This article discusses export cost accounting, exploring whether it is reliable to quote prices based on actual costs (purchase cost minus tax refunds), especially in highly competitive industries like packaging bags, and shares practical advice and real-world experience.

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Components of Export Cost Accounting

2024-08-27

Export cost accounting is a systematic analysis of all costs of foreign trade enterprises to determine appropriate quotations and assess risks. This process involves the calculation of direct and indirect costs, logistics, taxes, customs fees, and other related expenses, which helps enterprises formulate export strategies and achieve profitability.

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Eight Common Foreign Trade Payment Collection Methods

2024-08-14

The following are eight common foreign trade payment methods: T/T Telegraphic Transfer, L/C Letter of Credit, D/P Documents against Payment, D/A Documents against Acceptance, O/A Open Account Payment, Escrow Service Confirmed Payment, Paypal Online Payment, Western Union Express Remittance.