In the first webinar of 2017, Tyler Zaichkin explains everything importers need to know about buying their insurance on CIF Terms. One of the most common methods for businesses to purchase their...
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Protect Your Cargo – The Story of M/V Bai Chay Bridge
There are many dangers that can be encountered during any international trade supply chain. The following is a real life example of an unpredictable situation at sea and how you can protect your...
A Story of General Average and the M/V MSC Sabrina
It can be difficult to understand the concept of General Average in international trade, especially when you have not yet experienced this type of claim for yourself. Read this real-life example of...
General Average and What It Means for Importers
What is General Average, and why would an importer need to consider it in their risk management portfolio? If you are looking for more information about this policy, or if you are wondering why this...
How to Prevent Moisture Damage and Protect Your Cargo
The dangers of international trade are varied and hard to predict so it is important to protect yourself from loss along the way. Be prepared for any situation with these suggestions to prevent...
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 Reconciliation Rider and Periodic Monthly Statements: What Importers Need to Know
The Reconciliation Rider and Periodic Monthly Statements are a couple of tools companies use to make the importing process even easier. This content will teach you more about each one's specifics,...
5 Answers to Common Questions About C-TPAT
C-TPAT was formed in November of 2001 and has since grown to 10,000 registered members who want to keep America's borders safe. Read the content below about C-TPAT, and learn how joining this...
Importers Need to Know About These Warranties
Finding appropriate coverage can be difficult for importers, but once an insurance policy is attained there's still more importers need to know about warranties. If you're planning on shipping any...
Valuation of Goods, It’s Important for Compliance
Valuation of goods is an important aspect of filing requirements when importing goods into the United States. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) must be provided not only with the classification of...
Marine Cargo Insurance
Marine cargo insurance is an excellent risk management tool when used efficiently, but some business owners do not have a full understanding of the importance of having a policy. Most global...
Top 5 Importing Mistakes
There are many things an importer must keep track of to run a successful operation. Here are five avoidable importing mistakes that can keep even the best operations from reaching their full...