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Customs Clearance of Alibaba Shipments with Freightclear
In the digital era, the ease of online platforms has revolutionized the concept of trade, bringing expansive markets such as Alibaba to the doorstep of
Simplify U.S. Customs with Freightclear Customs Brokers
Importing goods into the United States involves navigating a complex process that requires extensive knowledge of customs regulations and compliance. To streamline this process and
Benefits of Nearshoring
The Benefits of Nearshoring Imports to the USA In recent years, there has been a growing trend towards nearshoring imports to the USA. This shift
Customs Clearance Basics
If you’re looking to import goods to the United States, you need to understand the customs clearance process. Customs clearance is the process of ensuring
Assessing your current supply chain for diversification
Evaluating your supply chain’s vulnerability to disruptions is a critical step in ensuring the continuity of your business operations. Disruptions can come in many forms,
Diversifying Your Global Supply Chain
Global manufacturing and supply chains are crucial to the success of businesses worldwide. However, relying solely on one supplier or manufacturer can create vulnerability to
ISF Filing Guide for Ocean Freight Imports to USA
If you’re importing goods into the USA via ocean freight, you must understand the ISF filing requirements. This guide will help you comprehend ISF filing,
Documents needed for clearing freight through U.S. Customs
Importing goods into the United States can be a complicated process, especially when it comes to navigating the requirements for clearing customs. One of the
Working with a Customs Broker
Working with a customs broker to import goods into the United States If you’re a business that is looking to import goods from overseas into
What is U.S. Customs and what is their role?
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency within the Department of Homeland Security. The CBP is responsible for enforcing
Customs container inspections
Under Title 19, section 1467, of the United States Code (19 U.S.C. 1467), CBP has a right to examine any shipment imported into the United
Carnet items for import
Eligible items for Carnets Commercial samples, professional equipment and advertising material can be imported into the United States by a nonresident. Other countries permit the
Importing tea coffee or spices
Imports of tea, coffee, and spices are subject to review by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)and their admissibility is determined by the FDA. You may
Importing seafood
The importation of seafood is governed by the Food and Drug Administration, the National Marine Fisheries Service and the Fish and Wildlife Service. The importation
Import a motorcycle to the USA
Before you decide to import a motorcycle into the United States, you should ensure it conforms to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of
Quotas and Imported Goods
Many kinds of goods imported for commercial use may be subject to a quota limit. It is the classification number of the article as identified
Formal Import Entries
If your goods are valued at more than $2000, or for commercial textile shipments (clothes/materials) regardless of value, you will be required to file a
Informal Import Entries
If the value of your purchase(s) is less than $2000 and your goods are being shipped by mail or freight, they may, in most cases,
Paying Duty to clear customs
Paying Duty The importer is ultimately responsible for paying any duty owed on an import. Determining duty can be very complicated, and while shipping services
Importing Prohibited Merchandise
Purchasers should also be aware that some products might be considered contraband and cannot be brought into the United States under any circumstances. This includes