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

ACE Import Manifest Documentation Types

There are as many ACE Import Manifest Documentation tyes as there are modes of transport. The documentation for the various modes of transport are transmitted through the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE). ACE is the Single Window System used by CBP (Customs & Border Protection) ACE Air eManifest (AMS Air

4 Ways to Participate in the CBP Section 321 Program

CBP Section 321 Shipment Type To quicken and modernize the import process of low-value shipments (valued less than $800) into the United States, Customs & Border Protection (CBP) has put in place some recommended programs to facilitate the release for e-commerce shipments. All of the Section 321 shipment submission

Data You Need to Send to CBP to Participate in the Section 321 Data Pilot

Who is Currently Participating? Participation in the CBP Section 321 Data Pilot is currently limited to 9 participants. These nine participants were selected and approved by CBP to allow for a variety of industry participation (online marketplaces, carriers, freight forwarders and fulfillment centers.) The section 321 data pilot is

What is EDI Translation Software?

EDI translation software or an EDI translator refers to software that converts data from enterprise-specific and irregular formats into standardized and organized structures that are compliant with EDI standards. With EDI translation software, custom in-house documents may be converted into EDI standardized documents that are then sent to another

What is the CBP Air Cargo Advance Screening (ACAS) Program?

The Air Cargo Advance Screening (ACAS) program was implemented on June 12, 2018. Under ACAS, air carriers are required to submit advanced air cargo information for all shipments from foreign locations coming into the United States. Prior to June 12, 2018, the submission of such data was a voluntary

What are the CBP Bond Types 1, 2, 3? (Importer bond, Custodian bond, International Carrier bond)

What is a Customs Bond? A customs bond is something of an insurance policy that makes sure that Customs & Border Protection (CBP) gets paid the taxes and duties due to the US government. Types of CBP Customs Bonds Importer Bond The importer bond is required by the importer

CBP Section 321 Data Pilot for E-Commerce Shipments

What is the Section 321 Data Pilot? Section 321 Data Pilot refers to a voluntary study by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The pilot study began on August 22, 2019 and is expected to run for a year. During the test period participants will electronically transmit cargo

Warehouse Arrival Certification Message (WACM)

What is the WACM Message? The WACM message is a component of the Release Notification System (RNS) of the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). The WACM message is sent by a warehouse operator to the Canada Border Services Agency when an unreleased consignment headed to the warehouse finally arrives.

CBSA Deconsolidation Notice- Options for Warehouses and Freight Forwarders

What is The Deconsolidation Notice? The electronic notice from the CBSA informs carriers, warehouse operators, and freight forwarders that CBSA has approved the transfer of cargo control from a consolidated shipment to the associated separate secondary house bills as provided by the freight forwarder. The Deconsolidation Notice is just

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