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  • Guides · 1 min read

    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.

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  • Guides · 5 min read

    What is an INCOTERM?

    Learn more about International Commercial Terms

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  • 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 .

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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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