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How the Chinese New Year Affects Shipping
The Chinese New Year is arguably the most important holiday in how it impacts the logistics of businesses on a global scale.
How the First Sale Rule will save you
Ever-increasing tariff or duty rates are having a dramatic impact on US importers’ landed cost....
The PortCast E2: Craig Fuller of Freight Waves Pt2
Podcast Transcript: Stephen Dedola: What I'd like to kind of get from you maybe...
The PortCast E2: Craig Fuller of Freight Waves Pt1
Podcast Transcript: Wade Carlson Hey everyone and Welcome back. Thanks for...
Foreign Trade Zones: What you Should Know
What is an FTZ? Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ’s) are designated geographical areas (typically...
What is an HTS Code?
Anatomy of an HTS Code HTS is the abbreviation for Harmonized Tariff Schedule. The HTS is a master...
Sourcing in Vietnam Made Easy
Importers worldwide looking to manufacture their products in Asia want two things: high quality...
Demurrage: FAQ’s and How to Avoid it
Imagine for a moment your freight has arrived at the port. Five days have passed, and your cargo...
What is a Known Shipper (KSMS)?
The Known Shipper Management System (KSMS) is a program the Transportation Security Administration...
Sourcing in China: An Importer’s Guide
Boasting the 2nd largest economy and leading the world in exports, China has become the preferred...
What is a Buyer’s Consolidation?
Buyer's Consolidations: Improving Landed Cost on LCL If you import and have multiple suppliers...
Mastering Duty Payment Options: ACH and PMS
Mastering Duty Payment Options: ACH & PMS Customs duties are a part of...
HTS Lists of Implemented and Proposed Tariff Increases
As a follow up to Trade War with China: An Importer’s Survival Guide, we've included the three...
The United States Coast Guard: Protecting your Cargo for over 200 Years
Saturday, August 4th will mark the 228th anniversary of the United States...
Trade War with China: An Importer’s Survival Guide
Unfortunately for many businesses in the USA, America finds itself in the position...
What is Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF)?
Definition The Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) is a fee imposed by U.S. Customs and...
What is Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF)?
Definition The Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) is a fee imposed by U.S. Customs and...
5 Steps to Effective Communication with Chinese Suppliers
Global business can be tricky, especially when you are not familiar with...
An Importer’s Guide to Chinese New Year
It’s mid-February, nearing your shipment deadline, and your supplier in...
What Type of Freight Forwarder Is Right for You?
Not all international freight forwarding providers are the same. For...
Amazon FBA Sellers: 3 Tips for Choosing the Right Freight Forwarder
It has never been a better time to be an eCommerce seller on Amazon. In...
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