Amazon FBA Customs Broker 101: A Complete Guide
Get clear answers on what an Amazon FBA customs broker does, why you need one, and how to choose the right partner for your importing business.
Freight Forwarding Services Explained for Growing Brands
Learn what freight forwarding services include, when to use ocean, air, ground, customs and cargo insurance, and how Simple Forwarding helps.
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Customs Broker for Amazon FBA: Your Essential Guide
A customs broker for Amazon FBA helps you clear shipments, avoid delays, and stay compliant. Learn how to choose the right partner for your business.
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How to Get a Shipping Quote: A Complete Guide
Get a clear shipping quote with this step-by-step guide. Learn what details you need, how to compare options, and avoid hidden shipping costs.
How to Get an Ocean Freight Quote in 5 Simple Steps
Get an accurate ocean freight quote with these 5 simple steps. Learn what details you need and how to avoid hidden fees when shipping internationally.
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Products exempt from section 232
The April 2 proclamation pulled hundreds of HTS codes out of Section 232 scope entirely. Bicycles and e-bikes are out. Filled food and beverage cans are largely out. Empty metal containers are still in. And the formal petition process that let industries fight these decisions is gone.
Section 232 changes and how it affects you – importer
CBP no longer accepts the metal content value as the basis for Section 232 duties. Starting April 6, the tariff applies to the full entered value of your product. For derivative products the rate dropped to 25% — but for most importers the total duty bill went up, not down.
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A candid discussion on DDP shipping – FAQ
DDP Shipping: What It Is, How the Price Works, and What Happens When It Goes Wrong DDP — Delivered Duty
DDP Shipping: What Every Importer Needs to Know Before Saying Yes
A lot of importers are getting offered DDP at prices that don’t add up. Before you say yes, understand what’s actually going on behind that number
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IEEPA Tariff Refunds: Frequently Asked Questions
The Court of International Trade ordered CBP to process IEEPA tariff refunds for all importers in Atmus Filtration, Inc. v. United States (March 4, 2026). Here is what importers need to know.
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