If you need to transport your goods through the United States, you will almost certainly come across the term “in-bond shipment” or “customs bond.” In this blog post, we will define what in-bond shipment is and what you need to know about it. Furthermore, we will explain who is responsible for opening and canceling bonds when shipping in-bond shipments.
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There is a weight limit when sending a small package, and this also applies to containers. While container weight limits are more complicated, they are also governed by a set of additional rules. This cargo container weight capacity guide will help you determine the different types of container weight limits as well as the various related rules.
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It’s important for shippers to follow the guidelines perfectly when transporting hazardous goods, as any deviation will be considered to be a violation. Here are some resources that can help you navigate the complicated process.
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Shipping freight overseas is significantly more complicated than moving your cargos from one state to another. It is essential to decide on what transportation mode to use to move your cargos, as that would decide the succeeding paperwork and clearance processes.
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Duty drawback is the refund of 99% of duties paid on goods that are subsequently exported or destroyed. Passed as the second law by the first congress in 1789, duty drawbacks are intended to protect and encourage US manufacturing as well as exports to form the foundation for US international trade policy.
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Freight class is determined by a shipment’s ease of handling, value, weight, length, height, density, and liability. It affects shipping rates and fees, and with a standardized guide of classifications, negotiating freight rates has never been easier.
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Partial shipments, or shipments that do not fill the entire capacity, are common in the supply chain. Instead of sending partial shipments, freight consolidation may be a better way to save money and increase efficiency.
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Every year, shipping companies lose an average of 1,390 containers at sea from a wide range of causes. What cargo insurance coverage aims to do is to minimize your loss in the event of an unexpected complication that damages your goods. So what exactly does cargo insurance coverage provide? And how much does cargo insurance cost?
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Shipping containers don’t always make it to their destination. What should you do when your containers are lost at sea?
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Have you ever wondered how freight shipments get transported from an ocean port to a rail car? Drayage shipping moves containers between short distances over ground freight. Read more to learn about this service performed by specialized drayage companies.
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