In the era of global economic integration, handling import-export (I-E) operations in-house is no longer the only path—nor is it always the most optimal one. Entrusted Import-Export Services have emerged as a strategic solution, allowing enterprises to focus their resources on core values while ensuring a seamless flow of international goods.
Below is an in-depth analysis of the key benefits this service provides:
1. Eliminating Legal Barriers and Compliance Risks
Customs laws and international trade regulations are constantly evolving and vary significantly between nations. A minor documentation error can lead to shipment delays, heavy fines, or even seizure of goods.
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Legal Liability: The entrustee acts as the legal entity on foreign trade documents, assuming direct responsibility for explanations to Customs and Tax authorities.
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Ensuring Precision: Logistics experts possess thorough knowledge of HS Codes, tariff schedules, and specialized management areas (quality inspections, certificates of conformity, precursor licenses, etc.), helping businesses avoid tax misdeclaration or missing permits.
2. Optimizing Operational and Personnel Costs
Establishing a professional in-house I-E department involves significant overhead, including high-level salaries, customs declaration software, and continuous legal training.
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Converting Fixed Costs into Variable Costs: Instead of maintaining a costly monthly apparatus, businesses only pay service fees based on actual shipments. This is particularly beneficial for startups or companies with irregular cargo volumes.
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Leveraging Partner Scale: Entrustment companies are often major Freight Forwarders with stable volumes and established relationships with shipping lines and airlines. This grants your business access to more competitive freight rates compared to independent inquiries.
3. Maximizing Incentives from Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)
Vietnam participates in numerous FTAs (such as EVFTA, CPTPP, RCEP, etc.). However, proving origin to qualify for $0\%$ tax rates via a Certificate of Origin (C/O) is a complex process.
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C/O Experts: The entrustee is experienced in preparing production capacity dossiers and explaining origin criteria (CTC, LVC, RVC, etc.) to obtain C/O as quickly as possible.
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Tax Consultancy: They help businesses plan their taxes effectively, utilizing tariff preferences that might otherwise be overlooked.
4. Security and Safety in International Payments
International payment methods (L/C, T/T, D/P) always carry risks of fraud or financial disputes.
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Specialized Financial Operations: The entrustee reviews L/C terms to ensure shipping documents have no discrepancies, ensuring timely payment or secure fund transfers to foreign partners.
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Protecting Interests: In the event of quality disputes, the entrustee uses their diplomatic and foreign trade experience to negotiate and handle claims with foreign suppliers more effectively.
5. Accelerating Cargo Circulation
In business, time is money. Shipments stuck at port (Demurrage/Detention) not only incur storage fees but also result in missed sales opportunities.
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Rapid Customs Clearance: Through standardized workflows and strong professional standing with authorities, entrustment units can process declarations faster and resolve border issues immediately.
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Closed-Loop Supply Chain: Entrustment services often come as a package including inland trucking and warehousing, creating a seamless supply chain from port to factory.
Summary of Service Value
| Benefit | Value Provided to the Enterprise |
| Legal | Reduces risks of fines or post-clearance tax arrears. |
| Financial | Optimizes import duties and total logistics costs. |
| Operational | Focuses 100% of resources on production and sales. |
| Branding | Builds credibility with foreign partners through professional I-E processes. |
Truong Thành Logistics – Your Trusted Partner for Entrusted Import-Export Services
In the field of entrusted I-E, the most critical factor is not just the process, but the actual capacity and responsibility of the provider. Truong Thanh Logistics is the preferred choice for many businesses due to our extensive experience in handling diverse commodities and our agility in specific situations.
Truong Thanh Logistics provides end-to-end entrusted services, including commodity policy consultancy, document preparation, customs declaration, and international freight organization. Each shipment is meticulously reviewed to ensure full compliance with current laws and the specific requirements of the import-export market.
Beyond operations, we emphasize our role as a strategic consultant, helping clients understand every step of the process while offering optimal solutions for cost, time, and transport modes. This approach empowers businesses to be more proactive and build a sustainable international trade foundation.
If your business is looking for a secure, compliant, and cost-optimized entrusted import-export service, Truong Thanh Logistics is ready to support your specific needs.
Contact Truong Thanh Logistics today for a detailed consultation and a tailored solution for your business.Trường Thành Logistics – Professional & Dedicated
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