Since the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (COGSA) was implemented, federal courts have struggled to provide a clear and specific definition of a package for the purpose of carrier liability. The term...
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Importing for Amazon: FBA Merchandise Import Process
Before selling merchandise on Amazon, FBA importers need to understand their obligations in the import process. Those selling products sourced from other countries are commercial importers and...
What Does it Mean to Insure Shipment-By-Shipment?
When choosing a cargo insurance policy, it’s essential to look closely at cost and coverage in order to choose the one that is the best fit. Those who rarely ship may financially benefit from...
Trade Risk Guaranty Participates in the Godfrey Saunders Run for Social Justice
On July 25th, seven Trade Risk Guaranty employees participated in the Godfrey Saunders Run for Social Justice. We agreed that this was a worthy cause for the company to promote wellness as well as...
Congratulations to the 2020 TRG Scholarship Awardee
At Trade Risk Guaranty (TRG), we are committed to helping deserving students in our community reach their academic goals. That’s why we award a $2,500 scholarship to a first-generation college...
Importing for Amazon: 10 Things to Know About FBA
As an importer of Fulfilled By Amazon (FBA) products, you are responsible for making arrangements to have your goods shipped to the United States, cleared through customs, sent on to their final...
The Impact of COVID-19 on the Top 20 U.S. Ports
Due to limitations on manufacturing and transport, COVID-19 has had a significant impact on U.S. imports. The top 20 U.S. ports have seen a drastic change in import volume, according to a report...
Importing for Amazon: FBA Restrictions and Regulations
There are certain restrictions and regulations sellers must abide by if they wish to utilize Fulfillment By Amazon (FBA) services. Before listing products on Amazon using FBA, sellers must know what...
What U.S. Importers Need to Know About USMCA
The United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) is an updated version of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). USMCA was implemented on July 1, 2020. Over the last couple of years, the...
[Infographic] Personal Protective Equipment: U.S. Stats and Trends
The Personal Protective Equipment Manufacturing industry has become one of the most vital industries in the United States as a result of COVID-19. Statistics show that worldwide, the PPE industry is...
SRCC and TRIPRA: What Your Insurance Covers
Political unrest and terrorism continue to be a deliberate concern for many businesses. However, there are ways that businesses can mitigate their losses in these situations, specifically by adding...
5 Things to Know Before Importing Personal Protective Equipment
With the increased demand for Personal Protective Equipment, many businesses have begun importing these commodities for the first time. To help get you started, here are 5 things to know before...