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What is a Duty Drawback?
We all love a refund when possible, don’t we? Luckily, with duty drawbacks, the possibility of getting a refund on […]
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Any cargo with commercial value in excess of $2,500 entering the U.S. is subject to duties and taxes. But there’s […]
What Are Bonded Goods?
There are a ton of steps involved in any import to the U.S. It can be overwhelming when first getting […]
COVID-19 Cases at LA Ports: Could There Be a Shutdown?
Everyone knows that COVID has taken its toll on the economy, and frankly, most of us are probably sick of […]
New USMCA for Importers: What You Need to Know
If you’ve had your ear to industry news for the last couple of years, chances are relatively high that you’ve […]
What is Inherent Vice of Cargo?
Bad news with anything related to international cargo is always a huge bummer. Generally speaking, if something goes badly, it’s […]
What is a Pier Pass Fee?
Do you ever feel like forecasting your freight bill is unpredictable? Like you can’t quite get a grasp on how […]
Container Labeling: Properly Labeling Your Ocean Cargo
Have you researched any of the fines and penalties associated with the U.S. Customs and AMS violations? They are pretty […]
Why Was My Cargo Rolled?
Aren’t you glad you picked the most stress-free, easy going, uncomplicated career choice? We didn’t think that was the case… […]
Imports: When is a Power Of Attorney Needed?
As you might imagine, there’s a ton of security surrounding U.S. imports. Customs is incredibly careful regarding what comes in, […]
Understanding Merchandise Processing Fee
It can be hard to keep track of all the charges associated with a shipment. Everything from the big line […]
Avoiding Disasters with AMS Customs
No one wins when fighting with AMS Customs. Well…actually, AMS Customs wins. Point is, getting in trouble with AMS Customs […]
Importance of Accurate Packing Lists
You’ve probably received an earful throughout your career in shipping on the importance of document correctness. But as you’ve most […]
What is a Shipper’s Letter of Instruction?
Document management is one of the many organization hassles of running a business. While the Shipper’s Letter of Instruction can […]