Full Process Analysis of Shagang Export Agent: Key Nodes from Customs Declaration to Destination Port Clearance

Shagang Export Agent: Core Points of Destination Port Certification

Steel products exported by Shagang,such as rebar and steel plates,often require local certification when clearing customs at the destination port.Taking the Southeast Asian market in 2026 as an example,Indonesia requires imported steel products to provide Mill Test Certificate (MTC) and Certificate of Origin (CO),and the information on both documents must be completely consistent,including details such as steel grade,specification,and quantity.

We once handled a case of a Shagang client exporting to Malaysia,where the steel grade code on the MTC was inconsistent with that on the CO,leading to a 3-day delay in destination port customs clearance and USD 1,200 in port demurrage fees.The solution is: the agent shall check all documents provided by the factory in advance to ensure that the codes and descriptions on the MTC and CO are fully matched,and keep the original quality inspection report of the factory as a backup at the same time.

Common Types and Requirements of Destination Port Certification

Shagang Export Anti-dumping Early Warning: Key Market Risks in 2026

In 2026,anti-dumping measures in global steel trade are still escalating.The US Section 232 measures for Chinese steel remain in effect,and the EU’s anti-dumping investigation on hot rolled steel coils has entered the final ruling stage,with the expected tax rate to be raised to 40%.Shagang export agents need to monitor these policy changes in real time and formulate response plans for clients in advance.

For example,a Shagang client planned to export hot rolled steel coils to the EU.We found through our early warning system that the EU was about to raise the tax rate,so we advised the client to adjust its export plan: transfer part of the orders to RCEP countries such as Vietnam,enjoy preferential tariffs by using local Form E Certificates of Origin,and apply for anti-dumping duty reduction for the remaining orders (production cost certificate is required).Finally,the client avoided additional taxes and fees of about CNY 800,000.

Key Steps for Anti-dumping Risk Prevention

• Obtain the latest anti-dumping tax rates and policies of the destination country in advance,and establish a monthly update mechanism;
• Provide clients with Certificate of Origin planning,such as using third-country transit (subject to compliance requirements);
• Assist clients in preparing anti-dumping response materials,including data such as production costs and export prices;
• Monitor the dynamics of trade remedy investigations in the destination country,and adjust export strategies in a timely manner.

Shagang Export Tax Refund Optimization: Improve Capital Turnover Efficiency

The tax refund cycle for Shagang exports directly affects the capital flow of enterprises.In 2026,although the export tax refund policy remains stable,the requirements for documents are stricter.Agents need to assist clients in optimizing the tax refund process and shortening the tax refund time.

Our operational experience is as follows: first,ensure that the information on the customs declaration form,VAT invoice and export contract is completely consistent,such as commodity code,quantity and amount; second,sort out the documents required for tax refund in advance,and submit the tax refund application within 3 days after the goods are exported; finally,use the "paperless tax refund" system of Shanghai Port to shorten the tax refund cycle from the original 15 days to 7 days.A Shagang client saved about CNY 500,000 in capital occupation costs per year through our optimization plan.

Shagang Export Payment Collection Security Guarantee: Avoid Exchange Loss and Fraud Risks

The order amount of Shagang exports is relatively large,so the security of payment collection is very important.In 2026,with intensified global exchange rate fluctuations and foreign exchange control in some countries,enterprises need to pay attention to exchange loss risks and fraud risks.

For example,a Shagang client exported goods to Egypt,and the payment collection was delayed for 2 months due to local foreign exchange control,resulting in a 3% exchange loss.Our solution is: advise the client to settle by Letter of Credit (L/C) and choose convertible currencies such as US dollars; at the same time,use foreign exchange hedging tools to lock the exchange rate and avoid fluctuation losses.In addition,the agent shall review the credit qualification of the buyer to prevent fraud.

Core Measures for Payment Collection Security

• Give priority to Letter of Credit (L/C) or Documents against Payment (D/P) as settlement methods;
• Use foreign exchange hedging tools,such as forward foreign exchange settlement and sale,to lock the exchange rate;
• Review the buyer’s credit,and obtain credit reports through third-party institutions;
• Monitor changes in foreign exchange policies of the destination country,and adjust settlement methods in a timely manner.

Core Advantages of Shagang Export Agent: Zhongshitong’s Full-chain Services

As a senior foreign trade agent in Shanghai,Zhongshitong has the ability of national port linkage,covering Shanghai,Ningbo,Tianjin and other ports,and can provide one-stop solutions for Shagang export issues such as customs declaration,logistics and tax refund.Our advantages are as follows:

• Familiar with the export characteristics of Shagang products,such as draft weighing error control for bulk general cargo (error no more than 0.5%);
• Master the latest 2026 trade rules,such as the application and use of RCEP Certificate of Origin;
• Have a global agency network,which can assist in destination port customs clearance and reduce demurrage charges and document exchange fees;
• Provide professional risk control services to avoid risks such as anti-dumping and exchange losses.