Cross-border Shipping: Tariffs, Duties, and De Minimis Thresholds
Recent changes to U.S. tariffs are reshaping the landscape of cross-border shipping, impacting both the cost and compliance requirements for businesses involved in international trade. We’re monitoring these developments closely…
USPS Changes Customs Form Acceptance
Unless you’re dropping a shipment off at the Post Office retail counter, customs declaration forms (AKA customs forms) for packages being sent internationally through USPS must now be completed and…
Becoming a Non-Resident Importer to Canada
Canada, our familiar neighbors to the north. When looking to grow globally, Canada is easily the first place to look for e-commerce merchants in the U.S. It’s only natural. We’re…
USPS Suspends Mail Delivery Wed, Dec 5 for National Day of Mourning
President Trump has proclaimed Wednesday, December 5, 2018 as a National Day of Mourning in remembrance of former President George H.W. Bush. To honor President Bush for his vast contributions…
USPS International Shipping Restrictions
Seasoned e-commerce shippers are typically familiar with USPS restrictions for domestic items, but many are unaware of the additional restrictions for international items. Every country has restrictions as to what…
Shipping to Canada: Taxes, Duties & Tariffs
Selling internationally doesn’t come without its challenges. Like any other country, Canada has duties, taxes and tariffs you will need to be aware of. If you haven’t gone through the…
Australia Changes GST Laws for Imports Under A$1,000
International e-commerce sellers that ship products to Australia should be aware of a new tax starting July 1, 2018. The Australia Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a 10% fee…
New Tax ID Requirements for Shipping to Brazil
Beginning January 1, 2020, all shipments to Brazil must include the recipient’s Tax ID number on both the customs declarations and shipping labels. Brazil is implementing this new requirement to…
Disruptions to International Postal Services Update 3/20/20
Today, March 20, 2020, the USPS has communicated more updates from international postal services in regards to mail disruptions due to coronavirus. Be advised that USPS mail items sent to…