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Sourcing in China: An Importer’s Guide
Boasting the 2nd largest economy and leading the world in exports, China has become the preferred source of supply for many US importers. So why do they flock to Asia? Other than the manufacturing costs being relatively inexpensive - scalability, efficiency, and...
The PortCast: Tariff Engineering and the Trade War
Podcast Transcript: Wade Carlson: Forget the trade war; China's got bigger problems Hey, everyone. Welcome to the PortCast, where we speak logistics. Since the global financial crisis China's economy is tremendously...
Tariff Engineering: A Guide to Reducing Duty Rates
In times of trade wars and economic uncertainty, importers contend with fluctuating tariff rates. If duties increase, it’s important to have strategies and resources in place to respond. One possible solution to the problem is a strategy known as tariff engineering....
What is a Buyer’s Consolidation?
Buyer's Consolidations: Improving Landed Cost on LCL If you import and have multiple suppliers near a single origin port, your freight forwarder may have an opportunity to improve supply-chain efficiency by creating a buyer’s consolidation. If you aren’t already...
Marine Insurance and why your Shipments need it
Marine Insurance and why your Shipments need itFor homeowners and drivers alike, insurance is necessary to protect you and others. But when it comes to international trade, not all importers realize the importance of marine insurance. It...
Mastering Duty Payment Options: ACH and PMS
Mastering Duty Payment Options: ACH & PMS Customs duties are a part of daily life as an importer, but their impact on company operations can be significant. This impact is becoming more severe with recent tariff increases amid the U.S. trade...