On August 29, 2025, the previous application of the so-called de minimis rule (Section 321 of the Tariff Act of 1930), under which shipments of goods valued at up to $800 could be imported duty- and tax-free, was suspended by presidential order. What has been decided?...
Port congestion in the maritime trade sector is becoming increasingly severe and a cause for concern. Ports around the world are facing a backlog of containers, leading to ever-longer wait times—in some cases, queues can stretch on for weeks. Port congestion is...
Importing goods is a particularly complex activity that requires a series of processes and documents to be carried out correctly and legally. An import license is one of the most important requirements for bringing certain products from third countries into the...
A U.S. customs hold often causes confusion because shipments seem to stop moving without a clear reason. The cargo arrives and tracking updates change, but progress is temporarily halted. At this stage, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requires additional...
In international freight transport, ocean freight is the backbone of global commerce, handling over 90% of the world’s cargo. It is the optimal choice for transporting bulk goods and is significantly more cost-effective than air freight. This is precisely why...
Canada business supply chain globalization has created a money-making bonanza for the Canada Government as imports enter the Canada triggering payments to the Canada for import tariffs and duties. san importer, you need to know how much taxes and duties you will be...
Moving goods from ports or rail yards to warehouses is an important step that connects shippers, cargo owners, and their customers. It offers customers cross-border services and flexible transport options. Short-haul transport costs are often ignored in multimodal...
Shipping goods from Hong Kong to the United States can feel really overwhelming, but with proper planning, it is entirely achievable. The key is to avoid holidays, shipping peak periods, and severe winter weather, while also allowing ample time for customs clearance...
More than 80% of China’s exports to the United States are shipped by sea—a figure that underscores the fact that ocean freight is one of the most cost-effective modes of transport for trade between China and the U.S. Choosing the right logistics partner is crucial....