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Decoding the Role of HTS Codes in Ensuring Accurate Customs Clearance for E commerce Shipments 1

Decoding the Role of HTS Codes in Ensuring Accurate Customs Clearance for E-commerce Shipments

Thinking about importing goods into the U.S.? Between regulations, documentation, and shipping protocols, there’s a lot to navigate. One detail that often gets overlooked until it causes problems? The HTS code. While ‘HTS’ is an abbreviation for Harmonized Tariff Schedule, it is more than an empty box to be filled in on customs forms—it is the determining factor for the rate of duty, the regulations imposed, and whether the shipment

Understanding the Differences Between Type 01, Type 11, and Type 86 Customs Entries When to Use Each

Understanding the Differences Between Type 01, Type 11, and Type 86 Customs Entries: When to Use Each

As an importer, clearing customs is perhaps the most important or, if not, one of the most important milestones in your supply chain.  If you sail through the process without a hitch, your costs stay in check, your timelines remain on track, and your compliance record stays clean. Much of this comes down to selecting the right entry type for your shipment.   Now, for someone new to the world of

Beyond Type 86 How Data Driven Customs Solutions Will Shape Cross Border E commerce

Beyond Type 86: How Data-Driven Customs Solutions Will Shape Cross-Border E-commerce

Since its inception, Entry Type 86 has been the backbone of e-commerce businesses that rely on low-value shipments. This is because it allows all packages under the De Minimis value of $800 to clear customs with minimal hassle.   That said, things changed on May 2nd, 2025—the customs process is getting stricter, and the list of exemptions is smaller. The news is especially grim if your e-commerce business relies on imports

Navigating the End of De Minimis Building a Future Ready Customs Strategy

Navigating the End of De Minimis: Building a Future-Ready Customs Strategy

Starting May 2, 2025, duty-free imports from China and Hong Kong under the De Minimis provision (Section 321 of the Tariff Act) came to an end. In its place, Executive Order 14256 introduces sweeping changes—including flat-rate fees and a hefty 54% ad valorem duty—that will fundamentally reshape how U.S. importers do business. The CBP is also proposing additional rules that would exclude entire product categories exempt under the De Minimis policy

What is CBP Entry Type 11 1

What is CBP Entry Type 11

When importing goods into the US, individuals and businesses must adhere to various customs regulations set by the US Customs & Border Protection (CBP). One of the most critical aspects of the process of importation is understanding entry types. This is particularly so for CBP Entry Type 11 if dealing with informal shipments below a value threshold of $2500 USD. In this article, we will investigate CBP Entry Type 11,

Condensed Commentary on CBP Proposed New Rules to Strengthen Enforcement and Limit Duty Exemption for Low Value Shipments 1

Condensed Commentary on CBP Proposed New Rules to Strengthen Enforcement and Limit Duty Exemption for Low-Value Shipments

CBP recently sent the two Notices of Proposed Rulemaking below, which are now open to a 60-day comment period until March 17th, 2025. January 13th, 2025- CSMS # 63715212 – CBP Issues Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to Enhance Enforcement as to Low-Value Shipments   January 17th, 2025- CSMS # 63789491 – CBP Proposes New Rule to Strengthen Enforcement and Limit Duty Exemption for Low-Value Shipments The most significant proposed change

Adapting to Escalating Costs in Global Logistics 1

Adapting to Escalating Costs in Global Logistics

Recent unrest in the Middle East has thrown a wrench into the usual global trade routes. Now, many marine cargo carriers find themselves navigating longer, more expensive paths. But that’s just part of the story. Since the pandemic ended, there’s been a huge jump in demand for goods, and transport capacities just can’t keep up. As a result, global logistics costs have skyrocketed. Data from Freightos and Drewry reveal shocking

Behind the Scenes How Major Industries Utilize Customs Clearance Software 1

Behind the Scenes: How Major Industries Utilize Customs Clearance Software

Introduction to Industry-Specific Customs Clearance Needs The major industries that make use of customs clearance software include retail, manufacturing, and logistics. All these industries have their specific customs clearance needs that only apply to those industries in addition to ones that only apply to these industries. Understanding the Unique Customs Clearance Needs of Different Industries Retail Industry – Some of the most common needs of the retail industry include pricing,

Navigating Cross Border Shipping Common Challenges and Solutions 1

Navigating Cross-Border Shipping: Common Challenges and Solutions

Introduction International trade has been a bit slow of late due to the COVID-19 hangover and the Russia-Ukraine war. It has been fraught with challenges, necessitating the need to look for a way to overcome trade hindrances posed by a variety of logistics, regulatory, and market-based aspects. With that said, according to the World Trade Organization, it is estimated that global trade will grow slowly at a rough rate of