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- Customs · 2 min read
What is considered special cargo?
All imports are subject to the import requirements of US Customs, but some products face additional regulations from various other government agencies — these are considered 'special cargo.'
- Guides · 1 min read
What unit of measurement is used when determining shipping sizes?
Shipments are measured in Gross Volume and Gross Weight, where volume is measured in Cubic Meters (CBM) and Weight in Kilograms (KG).
- Customs · 1 min read
What is Pierpass?
Pierpass is a not-for-profit company set up by Los Angeles and Long Beach port to address issues with congestion, security and air quality.
- Customs · 1 min read
What is an authority to make entry?
An Authority to Make Entry (ATME) is a shipping document presented in lieu of a bill of lading or air waybill. The ATME authorizes the designated firm or individual to pick up cargo.
- Guides · 1 min read
What is an inland transit number?
An inland transit number (or IT) is a number issued by U.S. Customs to track any imported goods moving inland from a discharge port.
- Customs · 1 min read
What is an ISF?
An Importer Security FIling (ISF) is also known as a 10+2. It’s a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulation that requires importers and vessel carriers to submit advance data electronically to CBP for inbound…
- Guides · 1 min read
What is an OBL, Telex Release, and Express Release?
This article will walk through the differences between an Original Bill of Lading (OBL), a Telex Release, and an Express Release.
- Guides · 1 min read
What is a TEU/FEU?
TEU is an acronym for Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit. FEU is an acronym for Forty Foot Equivalent Unit.
- Guides · 1 min read
What is an MSDS Report?
An MSDS report stands for a Material Safety Data Sheet. It’s a technical document that provides comprehensive health and safety information about any dangerous goods contained in a cargo.
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