Importing into the U.S. involves a long list of tasks and careful considerations. There’s no worse scenario than thinking you’ve dotted all your Is and crossed all your Ts, only to realize you overlooked a PGA regulation and your shipment cannot get through Customs.
Customs Compliance: An Overview of Partner Government Agencies (PGAs)
Topics: International Trade Compliance & Enforcement, compliance, trade compliance, import compliance, shipping compliance
Topics: shipping compliance, Brokerage, USMCA
International Freight Forwarding: Amazon Shipping Requirements
The Amazon marketplace represents an enormous sales opportunity for growing businesses. Your company can become an overnight success with a quality product, consistent customer care, and positive reviews.
Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, freight forwarding, shipping compliance
Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, freight forwarding, shipping compliance
What Are The Shipper’s Responsibilities When Hiring a Freight Forwarder?
In international trade, the question of who does what is often answered with a solid “not me.” But a “not me” answer can lead to added costs or stranded shipments. It’s important to know who is responsible for which parts of the shipping process before hiring a freight forwarder.
Topics: Freight Forwarding & Cargo Transportation, freight forwarding, shipping compliance
Why Trade Compliance Should be a Priority for Your Company
US businesses that actively source raw materials, components, or finished goods from other countries must understand—and adhere to—the trade regulations for every country involved in their supply chain. Failure to do so can lead to fines and severe penalties.
Topics: Supply Chain Management, Customs Consulting, International Trade Compliance & Enforcement, trade compliance, import compliance, shipping compliance
When companies don’t comply with trade regulations, they face fines, penalties, and potentially late delivery of their goods.
Topics: Customs Consulting, International Trade Compliance & Enforcement, trade compliance, import compliance, shipping compliance
An FDA ruling put in place in 2017 seeks to ensure that all countries meet minimum food safety requirements to prevent foodborne illness.
Topics: trade compliance, shipping compliance, FSVP Plan, food safety, FSVP