Cargo theft is surging, and not just the kind with bolt cutters and balaclavas. Today’s biggest threat? Strategic theft – fraud committed without any kind of force or weaponry. “I think we’re at an all-time high. I haven’t seen cargo theft at this level,” – Scott Cornell, the national practice transportation lead at Travelers, told […]
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All items being imported or exported have a specific code to define exactly what they are. These codes help customs authorities identify what’s coming in – and determine what taxes or tariffs need to be paid. If you’re new to importing, all this customs terminology can feel overwhelming. What are all these codes? Why are
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Expanding into Canada without setting up a physical presence? NRI status makes it possible. This checklist has a brief overview of everything you need to get started. For more details on all aspects of the NRI process, click here to read the full article. ✅ What is NRI Status? A Non-Resident Importer (NRI) is a business
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Introduction As an Amazon seller or business owner exploring new markets, expanding into Canada can be a smart next step. But crossing borders brings new challenges – especially when it comes to duties, taxes, and customs compliance. That’s where Non-Resident Importer (NRI) status comes in. It allows you to sell and ship products into Canada
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Introduction When expanding your business internationally, understanding Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Value Added Tax (VAT) is crucial. While these taxes function similarly to sales tax in the U.S., they have significant differences in how they are applied and collected. This guide breaks down how GST/VAT differs from sales tax, how it impacts importers
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When importing goods via ocean freight, understanding costs, logistics, and transit times is crucial for making informed decisions. Whether you’re sourcing products from Alibaba, calculating shipping expenses from China, tracking cargo vessel speeds, or navigating the shipping process, having the right knowledge can save you time and money. This guide covers four key topics to
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The trend for US importers to route via Mexico is nothing new. Since the U.S.–China trade war began in 2017, imports from China to the U.S. have decreased, while imports from Mexico have grown. However, during this time, Chinese trade and investment in Mexico increased significantly. Many Chinese goods were sent to Mexico first because
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Amazon Sync Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Optimizing Your Amazon FBA Logistics with Amazon Sync Amazon Sync is a powerful logistics solution designed to streamline your Amazon FBA shipping process, saving you time and money while ensuring your products reach the ideal fulfillment centers. In this FAQ, we address some of the most common questions about
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Amazon Sync eliminates the logistical frustrations of Amazon’s rules, empowering sellers with a streamlined, cost-effective solution. Here’s why sellers love it: Save on Trucking Costs By consolidating shipments at origin and delivering directly to strategic locations, you avoid costly multi-location trucking. Avoid Amazon Placement Fees Skip the steep fees Amazon charges when you prefer shipping
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Amazon sellers face a frustrating challenge: high shipping costs and inefficient logistics. When sending inventory to Amazon’s fulfillment network, sellers are often forced to ship products to multiple, cross-country locations—leading to skyrocketing trucking expenses, unnecessary fees, and logistical headaches. Even worse, failing to distribute inventory according to Amazon’s demands can result in products being marked
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