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About the Author: Kari Crane Kari Crane is the editor of Passages: The International Trade Blog. Kari joined Shipping Solutions after working as an editor, writer and designer at a major market newspaper in Texas. Kari has spent her career finding different ways to tell stories and make complex
Reading Time: 4 minutesEngaging in export activities to an international market is often a lucrative way to do business but comes with heightened responsibilities. Understanding export documentation and compliance through export business training is essential to ensure smooth transactions and the avoidance of legal issues. This guide examines everything to do
How to Complete a AfCFTA Certificate The AfCFTA Certificate of Origin will be considered invalid if any of its details are incorrect or do not comply with the Annex, if it contains erasures or overwritten words, or if it has been altered. However, alterations are allowed if the incorrect
Collagen Café, a South African wellness brand founded in 2021, embarked on a mission to revolutionize collagen supplementation with convenient, highly absorbable liquid products. Learn about their strategic approach to international expansion, revealing their key indicators for readiness, insightful tips for market research, and the resilient mindset that allowed them
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As the world’s largest trading nation, with $7.3 trillion in trade in 2024 (goods and services), the United States is a cornerstone of the global economy. Currently, the U.S. has trade relations with more than 200 countries, territories and regional associations around the globe. In this article, we’ll share
“What’s the difference between a packing list and a bill of lading?” We hear this question—and variations of it—all the time from exporters using Shipping Solutions to create their export documents. (Which of the two is more important? Can I use one instead of the other?) While most export
By Shawna Karajic, Export Solutions Inc. With the recent imposition of additional 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, many companies are seeking ways to alleviate the financial burden of these extra duties. Some traditional duty-saving methods, such as duty drawback, are no longer viable due to these
Export compliance regulations don't just apply to the big guys. Even the smallest U.S. businesses that send their products to customers outside the country are subject to a variety of export regulations and could face substantial penalties for violating rules. Unfortunately for many small and medium-sized businesses, company personnel
What is an Inland Container Depot (ICD)? An Inland Container Depot (ICD) is a facility located away from a seaport, usually in the interior of a country that serves as a hub for handling, storage, and customs clearance of containers. It acts as an extension of
Reading Time: 4 minutesExport-import has historically been a backbone for the economies of nations, facilitating businesses across various borders and allowing them to reach diverse markets. If you are hoping to grow by starting an import export business India and meeting international standards, then you need to learn the basics of
