POL (Point of Loading) and POD (Point of Discharge). If you’re just starting out in purchasing goods, especially in international trade, understanding these terms can really help you navigate the shipping process smoothly.
The Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) is a federal fee levied on the value of cargo imported or shipped through U.S. ports. Established under the Water Resources Development Act of 1986, the primary purpose of the HMF is to fund
In 2024, China’s e-bike market is forecasted to generate revenue of $11.56 billion, and is expected to grow steadily with an annual growth rate of 1.93% over the next five years. Chinese companies are shipping millions of e-bikes globally every year, dominating international markets
Shipping goods by sea from China to the USA involves several steps: finding a good freight forwarder, deciding between FCL (Full Container Load) or LCL (Less than Container Load), figuring out costs and customs duties, preparing the right documents, booking cargo space
Think of Port to Port shipping like booking a flight that gets you from Point A to Point B, but doesn’t take you any further. In this case, Point A is the departure port (where the goods are loaded onto the ship), and Point B is the destination port (where the goods are unloaded).
Importer Security Filing (ISF), sometimes called “10+2,” is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirement that’s been around since 2009. This rule applies to all cargo that comes into the U.S. by ocean. But why the name “10+2”? Simple: importers need to provide 10 key data points, and the carrier (the company shipping your goods)
Liftgate delivery is a shipping service that uses a hydraulic lift to safely lower freight from the truck to the ground level. It’s especially useful for deliveries to locations without the necessary unloading equipment, such as loading docks or forklifts. Liftgates can handle shipments that are too large, heavy, or awkward to unload manually.
A customs bond is a form of insurance that protects the U.S. Treasury if an importer fails to pay required duties, taxes, fines, or fees on their imports. These bonds are purchased from government-licensed surety companies and are a critical requirement for importing goods into the United States, ensuring compliance with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations.
A Forwarder’s Cargo Receipt (FCR) is basically a piece of paper from your freight forwarder that says they’ve received your goods and are ready to ship them. It’s like a receipt you get when you order something online, except it’s for big shipments moving across borders.
Florida ports began shutting down on Tuesday in preparation for the powerful Hurricane Milton. The storm, currently classified as a Category 4 hurricane, is expected to continue growing before making landfall, posing a severe threat to the region.
Свържете се с вашия специализиран търговец сега, за да персонализирате пакет от услуги за вас.
سيقوم خبيرنا الودود الذي يتحدث الإنجليزية بالرد عليك خلال 6 ساعات.
Нашият приятелски настроен експерт ще се свърже с вас до 6 часа.