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Importing in the United States: Right to Make Entry
TRG is here to help you make sure you know who has the Right to Make Entry while importing in the United States. Make sure you stay informed and don't get lost in the importing process. During the...
4 Shipping Methods without Containers
In international trade, there are a variety of shipping methods available to safely deliver your goods to their final destination. When people think of shipping goods throughout the global market,...
14 Shipping Container Types for International Trade
Selecting the appropriate shipping method is a vital part of the international trade process. To make the entire process a little easier, the following are the 14 shipping container types most...
Importing in the United States: An Introduction
The process of importing in the United States can be a confusing process for young companies to navigate. TRG has created this introduction to help clarify the basics of importing. Who are the CBP?...
New Verified Gross Mass Regulations Could Affect Your Marine Insurance
The International Maritime Organization's new verified gross mass requirement officially became global law on July 1, 2016. What are the July 1st Requirements? During the Safety of Life at...
4 Largest Container Ships in the World
There are some huge vessels traveling the oceans today, but do you know the 4 largest container ships in the world? This list will detail the characteristics of these massive boats and give you a...
Imperative Facts About CTAC Every Importer Needs to Know
The Commercial Targeting and Analysis Center (CTAC) is a facility within Customs that aims to keep dangerous imports out of America. Learn more about this organization to help increase your Customs...
Which PGAs and OGAs Should Importers Know About?
There are government agencies, known as Partner Government Agencies (PGA) and Other Government Agencies (OGA), which regulate commodities imported into America—knowing how they work will help...
The ACE Implementation and What It Means for the Trade Community
By October 2016 Customs and Border Protection (CBP) hopes to fully implement the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) reporting system. Read the content below and learn about the purpose behind...
6 More Incoterms Every Importer Should Know
Incoterms are a series of pre-defined commercial terms published by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) that are widely used in International commercial transactions or Procurement...
5 Common Incoterms Every Importer Should Know
Incoterms are a series of pre-defined commercial terms published by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) that are widely used in International commercial transactions or Procurement...