Agricultural imports, Air Freight, Customs Broker Miami, Economic trends, Freight Forwarding, Supply Chain

La logística de las flores que llegan a los Estados Unidos para San Valentín

Los productos florales pueden ser más difíciles de llevar a los Estados Unidos que otras importaciones. Además de los requisitos de Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza (CBP), los importadores deben seguir las regulaciones del Departamento de Agricultura de los Estados Unidos (USDA). El USDA verifica que las importaciones agrícolas como las flores estén libres de plagas y enfermedades, entre otros. Antes de comenzar, hay que asegurarse de que el envío cumpla con los requisitos de entrada. Si bien los importadores suelen enviar rosas rojas durante el Día de San Valentín, cada tipo de flor puede tener sus propios requisitos, que determina el USDA. Por ejemplo, los arreglos de flores, los ramos y las plantas en maceta tienen diferentes requisitos, y no entenderlos puede afectar negativamente su importación.

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Florida’s Importance to the Freight Forwarding Industry

The freight forwarding industry in Florida has thrived due to the many conveyance methods available for moving shipments. Florida boasts 19 commercial airports, 21 foreign trade zones, 15 seaports, and various railroads located throughout the state. In 2019, Florida moved 912 million tons of freight valued at over $1.1 trillion in its freight system. The state’s positioning benefits freight forwarders and shippers by allowing solutions to streamline supply chains. Florida’s growing population has increased the volume of cargo moved in and out every year.

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Flower Shipping During this Valentine’s Season

A typical shipment moved globally for Valentine’s Day celebrations is flowers. Over 1.1 billion flowers are imported into the U.S. and inspected annually by customs. Out of all the imports, most are roses produced and transported from farms in Colombia.

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Customs Broker Miami, Customs Clearance, Import and Export Experts

Do I Need a Customs Broker?

Shipping goods into a country like the U.S. requires the shipper to follow all the guidelines. Customs clearance involves sending accurate and correct paperwork to customs on time. Incorrect documentation sent to customs can result in a hold on your cargo, leading to extra import charges. A customs broker can help provide shippers with the correct documentation and even coordinate the release for the importer.

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How to Begin Importing from China

China is the U.S.’s biggest trading partner and the largest exporter of goods internationally. Because of China’s ability to manufacture products on a large scale, importing from the country can present many opportunities. Not only is growth possible for a business, but reduced costs, large quantities of imports, and other benefits are also possible. While importing may seem attractive to first-time shippers, understanding what’s necessary is essential for the shipment’s success. This article will explain how to prepare the required documents and what to expect during your cargo’s shipping journey.

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Keeping the Family Legacy Alive Through Shipping: Ali Musayev

Meet Ali Musayev, an Azeri rug maker who sells carpets at a brick-and-mortar store in Baku, Azerbaijan. Ali was born in Baku and recently inherited the business from his dad, who inherited it from his dad. His grandad Osman originally started the company hoping to escape poverty and provide for his family. When it began, the business became one of Baku’s most significant family-owned rug shops.

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Importing Clothes into the United States

Yearly, the United States imports over $80 billion in clothing and other apparel. Being such a vital industry, bringing clothes into the U.S. can be an exciting opportunity for shippers. Knowing what to expect can save time and money, whether you are importing for a business or as an individual. This article will give you a basic understanding of the importing requirements. However, contact a customs broker for more information.

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How to Import Coffee into the U.S.

One of the first things that millions of Americans do when they wake up is have their morning coffee. 64% of Americans drink coffee daily. It is a routine and

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Modern-day Importance of Customs Brokers 

The importation of goods is complex and has shown the modern-day importance of customs brokers. International imports have gone up significantly, with various factors contributing to this, like the growth

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Customs Broker Miami, Customs Clearance, Freight Forwarding, Supply Chain, Transportation

The Ukraine Crisis’ Effects on LNG Exports

Due to the current conflict in Ukraine, there has been a recent global shift in the LNG exported from Russia, which is one of the largest natural gas producers and LGN shippers globally.

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