Economic trends, Importing, Transportation

Container Rates Still Rising

Different global factors have contributed to the rise in container rates, including the scarcity of available space. Along with the Panama Canal drought and the US-China trade war, the Red Sea crisis significantly adds to the surge.

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Customs Broker, Customs Clearance, Importing

No usar un agente de aduanas con licencia

En el envío internacional, no contar con un agente de aduanas con licencia puede afectar adversamente al remitente y la liberación aduanal. Un agente de aduanas con licencia (CHB, Customs  Broker, por sus siglas en inglés) es una persona o empresa que ha obtenido licencia de la Oficina de Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza de los Estados Unidos (CBP, por sus siglas en inglés). La licencia permite a la persona o empresa actuar como intermediario entre el importador y las autoridades aduaneras.

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Importing, Shipping Logistics, Transportation

Importing Olive Oil To The U.S.

There are numerous things shippers should know before bringing olive oil into the U.S. It is essential to understand the various regulations for importation.

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Customs Broker, Freight Forwarding, Importing

Ensuring A Successful Importation

Many things may go wrong during importing which can result in monetary loss or loss of the cargo. This article will explain what can go wrong when importing and give tips to ensure a successful shipment when starting.

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Economic trends, Importing, Supply Chain

Incoming Container Fee Disputes

The FMC is expecting a surge in container disputes due to the rerouting of shipments to other ports. Shippers that rely on the Port of Baltimore will soon have to pay extra to have their imports enter through different ports.

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Importing, Shipping Logistics, Transportation

Importing Cars from Japan

Understanding the regulations for bringing Japanese cars into the U.S. is essential. For example, almost all 1997 or newer Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) cars are illegal to import into the U.S.

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Importing, Shipping Logistics, Transportation

Shipping Boats Internationally

Shipments like yachts are valuable investments, and a misinformed decision can lead to significant losses.

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Importing, Shipping Logistics, Supply Chain

What Are Free Trade Zones?

FTZs are specialized locations where shippers can import, re-export, manufacture, and store shipments with limited involvement of customs agencies.

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Importing, Shipping Logistics, Supply Chain

Importing During Chinese New Year

During the holiday, ports, shipping companies, and factories limit operations or shut down, which can cause supply chain disruptions.

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Customs Broker, Customs Clearance, Importing, Shipping Logistics

Not Using a Licensed CHB

In international shipping, not using a licensed CHB can adversely impact the shipper and customs brokerage.

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