I’m Importing from Alibaba, what Incoterms should I use? When ordering on alibaba, manufacturers and suppliers often offer DDU shipping as the default option. This puts the manufacturer in…
read moreShipping and other lead times The port to port lead time depends on the distance between the two ports. Here is an example of how those distances may impact the…
read moreFreight Insurance Insurance is included, by default, when you select CIF, standing for Cost Freight (and) Insurance. If you order shipping according to DAT (Delivered at Terminal) or DAP (Delivered…
read moreShipping to an Amazon FBA Center from China Many importers ship their products directly from the factory in China, to an Amazon FBA warehouse. From there, Amazon manages the storage…
read morePart 4: Calculate Your Landed Cost Once your harmonized tariff code is established, that information along with your goods certificate of origin can be used to calculate the land cost.…
read morePart 3: Ensure your product is physically legal for import Certain items are prohibited for import into the USA. Make sure your intended goods do not violate any statutes regarding…
read morePart 2: Select What You Want To Import As a trade company, your income will be generated by selling the goods that you import. Careful selection of your goods will…
read moreStep 1: Understand Your Import Rights The first step to importing goods into America is making sure you are able to import whatever your intended product is. Certain items are…
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