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When insuring their cargo, importers will need to decide what risk management option is ideal for their business. When purchasing Marine Cargo Insurance, Importers must choose if they want to insure...
Marine Cargo Insurance covers the loss, damage, or theft of commodities while in transit between the point of origin and final destination. This is also known as shipping insurance or freight...
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...
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...
There is a wide variety of marine cargo insurance coverage options available. Shippers should be familiar with the two primary types that exist to decide what kind of coverage is right for them. The...
Shippers using the services of Fulfillment By Amazon must follow specific labeling requirements set by Amazon to ensure an efficient and hassle-free shipping process. FBA Product Labeling...
Filing a lost freight claim with a carrier while only being covered by carrier limit of liability is consistently a losing battle for shippers. Shippers expecting to be fully reimbursed by their...
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...
To successfully and efficiently ship products to Amazon, FBA sellers should follow proper shipping practices. This can help FBA sellers avoid a lot of hassle, including delays, shipment rejections,...
When shipments are lost or damaged in transit, shippers will need to know what to expect from their freight company, or carrier, when filing a claim. Lost or damaged shipments will not be fully...
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...
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...