Those curious about how import duties, tariffs, and taxes are calculated can find out more in this condensed guide. Duties, tariffs, and taxes are something that all importers are familiar with....
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What is the Difference Between Taxes, Duties, and Tariffs?
Taxes, duties, and tariffs are often and easily confused with one another when it comes to international shipping. Importers need to understand what they mean and what the key differences are....
Importing For Amazon: 8 Steps to Begin Selling on Amazon
Those who want to sell products manufactured outside the United States using Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) will need to learn the basics of importing and the steps for becoming an Amazon seller. FBA...
What is an Importer of Record?
An Importer of Record is responsible for entry documents required by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, product classification, payment of duties, and other import obligations needed to import...
The 6 Methods of Customs Valuation
Customs valuation is generally determined using transaction value. However, when using transaction value is insufficient, valuation can be determined using 5 other methods. The 6 Methods of Customs...
The Basics of Customs Valuation
Customs Valuation determines the economic value of goods declared for importation. Importers must accurately assess and declare the value of goods to Customs before arrival. Those importing into the...
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...
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...
What is Informed Compliance?
Informed compliance is a shared responsibility between Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the import community. CBP communicates its requirements to the trade, people, and businesses subject to...
Address Changes on a Customs Bond
It is important to update the address on your Customs Bond when your business changes addresses. In order to retain accurate information, Customs and Border Protection has created a variety of...
The Importance of MID Numbers
The purpose of MID numbers are finally being realized along with the implementation of CBP’s new single window system ACE. Although they have existed for a while, MID numbers are being used to...
9 Reasons Customs May Deem Your Bond Insufficient
Why has your Customs Bond been deemed insufficient? There are 9 possible reasons and we have the answers... When importing into the United States a U.S. Customs Bond is needed to enter your goods...