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Just a few days ago, we were working on an article about rising ocean freight rates; but today we’re happy to report that we expect rates to drop on July

Rumor has it that Amazon is working with Chinese sellers to create a new style of discount marketplace, similar to Shein or Temu, to better compete with the fast fashion

Customs clearance and Importer Security Filings (ISFs) are critical aspects of the import process, involving various procedures, fees, and regulations. In this Q&A blog post, we’ll address common questions about

Ocean freight plays a pivotal role in global trade, facilitating the movement of goods across continents. However, navigating the complexities of ocean cargo rates can be challenging for importers and

Last week, a customer called with a fairly normal request: predict how shipping rates will change this year, so he could give one of his customers a quote for an

Perhaps you, like many in the eCommerce and Retail worlds, recently heard about the $80,000 of baby supplies and toys that were seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in Los Angeles. It’s

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