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What is a verified gross mass?
A Verified Gross Mass (VGM) is a new requirement from The International Maritime Organization (IMO) in an effort to reduce damages to vessels and major hazards.
- Customs · 1 min read
What are ISF Filing Requirements?
Under U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Importer Security Filing (ISF) requirement goods shipped to, or through the United States will require an ISF filing 24 hours prior to vessel’s loading .
- Customs · 1 min read
What Household Items Are Considered Dangerous Goods or Hazmat?
Certain common household items might be considered dangerous goods and will require extra handling when part of a supply chain.
- Customs · 1 min read
How to get a Customs Bond
You can get a Customs bond through a surety (essentially a sponsor) licensed by the U.S. Treasury Department.
- Customs · 1 min read
Making Sense of Section 301 Tariffs
Determine if the Trump Administration tariffs will affect your business and the insurance bonds needed to manage your US importing efforts.
- Customs · 1 min read
What is a clean truck fee?
Clean truck fees were originally started by the Port of Los Angeles and Long Beach in an initiative to support drayage firm in purchasing new cleaner truck.
- Guides · 1 min read
What is a spot quote and a contract rate?
Read on to learn the differences between a spot quote and a contract rate.
- Customs · 1 min read
What is an ISF (Importer Security Filing)?
ISF stands for Importer Security Filing. It’s also referred to as ‘10+2.’ ISF is a required filing to clear U.S. Customs (CBP).
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