Release Date: August 28, 2025
Issued by: [Yuyuan International Logistics]
[Guangzhou, China] – With the rapid development of cross-border e-commerce and global B2B trade, the challenges faced by exporters have shifted from simple international transportation to tackling the intricate customs duties, taxes, and last-mile delivery issues across different countries. To support foreign trade enterprises in achieving worry-free transportation, [Yuyuan International Logistics], a leading international logistics service provider, announced today the comprehensive upgrade of its global DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) one-stop logistics solution. This initiative aims to leave the complexity of cross-border trade behind and provide customers with unprecedented certainty and convenience.
What is DDP? Why is it the "Ultimate Insurance" for Going Global?
DDP is a gold-standard term under the Incoterms® (International Commercial Terms). Under this term, the seller (shipper) bears all risks, costs, and obligations associated with transporting the goods to the specified destination, including but not limited to export customs declaration, international mainline transportation, import customs clearance in the destination country, payment of all duties and taxes (VAT/GST/customs duties, etc.), and last-mile delivery.
For buyers, DDP means "zero hidden costs". The quote they receive is the final door-to-door price, eliminating concerns about additional expenses due to unfamiliar taxes or customs clearance delays when the goods arrive at customs – significantly enhancing the procurement experience.
For sellers, choosing a professional DDP service provider means transferring complex cross-border tax logic and logistics risks to experts. This allows them to calculate costs more accurately, control budgets, and enhance the competitiveness of their products.
Challenges and Pain Points: Common Pitfalls of Traditional DDP Services
Despite its obvious advantages, DDP involves extremely high operational complexity. Traditional DDP models often suffer from the following pitfalls:
- Inaccurate tax calculation: Lack of familiarity with the latest tax policies in the destination country leads to underestimated initial quotes, forcing the seller to bear huge losses later.
- Inadequate customs clearance capabilities: The absence of strong in-house customs brokers or partners in the destination country results in goods being held at customs, incurring high demurrage fees.
- Blind spots in end-to-end tracking: Logistics information becomes opaque after goods leave the origin country, especially during the last-mile delivery phase, leaving customers unaware of the shipment’s status.
- No access to after-sales claims: When issues such as cargo damage, delays, or tax disputes arise, the service provider fails to offer effective local support and solutions.
Our Solution: Core Advantages of [Yuyuan International Logistics]’ DDP Service
To address the above pain points, [Yuyuan International Logistics] has leveraged its global network, technological platform, and tax expert team to create a truly reliable and transparent DDP service:
- Intelligent Tax Engine: Equipped with a tax database and algorithmic rules for major countries worldwide. Customers only need to provide basic cargo information (HS code, declared value, etc.), and the system generates an accurate "all-inclusive" quote in seconds, eliminating the risk of subsequent cost fluctuations.
- Global Localized Customs Clearance: We have owned or deeply cooperative local customs clearance companies in key markets such as Europe, America, and ASEAN. This ensures compliance with local IOR (Importer of Record) requirements, enabling efficient customs clearance processing and avoiding delays caused by qualification issues.
- End-to-End Visible Tracking: Every stage – from door-to-door pickup to last-mile delivery (including customs inspection and tax payment status) – is clearly recorded. Customers can check the real-time status on our online platform, keeping full control of the entire process.
- One-Stop Service and After-Sales Support: We implement a single contact person responsibility system. One customer service manager coordinates the entire process and addresses any potential anomalies. Our after-sales team provides clear compensation guarantees, allowing customers to rest assured.
CEO’s Comment
[Andy Yi], CEO of [Yuyuan International Logistics], emphasized: "DDP is more than just a pricing method; it reflects a logistics company’s comprehensive capabilities and courage to take responsibility. By upgrading our DDP service, we aim to enable Chinese sellers to do global business as easily as domestic trade – quoting boldly and delivering with confidence. Their focus should be on products and markets, while the complex logistics and tax matters can be safely entrusted to us."
Target Customers and Scenarios
- Cross-border e-commerce sellers (B2C/B2B): Particularly suitable for platform sellers seeking to provide end buyers with a transparent and "no-surprise" shopping experience.
- Traditional foreign trade export enterprises: Looking to upgrade terms such as CIF/CFR to the more competitive DDP to increase order conversion rates.
- Project cargo and high-value goods transportation: Scenarios requiring precise cost control and full-process risk protection.
About [Yuyuan International Logistics]
[Yuyuan International Logistics] is a service provider dedicated to offering one-stop, digital international logistics and supply chain solutions to global customers. Its business scope includes international air and sea freight, cross-border e-commerce logistics, overseas warehouses, complex term logistics services (such as DDP/DAP), and customized supply chain management. Driven by technology and based on a global network, the company helps customers achieve smooth global trade operations.
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