For shippers of air freight, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) runs a program called the Known Shipper Management System (KSMS), commonly known as the TSA Known Shipper program. We’ve pulled together brief answers to the questions we get most often about the program.
When exporting goods from the U.S., there are two main Transportation Security Administration (TSA) cargo screening programs set up to ensure the security and safety of air cargo. A separate program run by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), in conjunction with TSA, handles security and screening for imported cargo arriving in the U.S.
Importers talk a lot about “managing tariffs,” but many are not actively managing tariff exemptions. That’s a costly oversight in an environment where duty rates on some products can reach 50%-60%.
Shipping personal effects from the USA to the UK can seem like a daunting task, but with proper planning and knowledge of the process, it can be a smooth and hassle-free experience.
Whether you are relocating, sending gifts or returning home, let this be your guide – from packing to delivery.
Court rulings, executive actions, shifting percentages, and administrative bottlenecks caused by the tariff situation are creating real operational and financial consequences for importers across industries.
International shipment delays are rarely caused by one single point of failure. They can be the result of documentation errors, regulatory miscues, geopolitical shifts, extreme weather, capacity constraints, or simple miscommunication across too many handoffs.
You can ship lithium batteries – and the equipment containing them – in an ocean container, but the restrictions are getting tighter. So how do you know when you can ship lithium batteries in an ocean container?
From toothbrushes to Teslas, lithium batteries power countless items that support everyday life. The lithium-ion battery market was valued at $87.1 billion in 2025, according to Future Market Insights, and is projected to reach $377.6billion by 2035, a CAGR of 15.8%.
Here in the New Year, the sound and fury over new tariffs from the U.S., and their use as a geopolitical tool, has not quieted down but instead risen to a fever pitch. Regardless of the surrounding machinations, new and higher tariffs continue to have a significant impact on global trade. The costs are real, and companies are looking for any edge they can use to shave off tariff-related expenses.
When you bring goods into the U.S., of course you expect to pay for transportation. But as you plan an import, remember that it also costs money to clear the cargo through U.S. Customs, even when the product isn’t subject to any duties. So you need to understand the elements that make up U.S. Customs import fees, and when they’re required.
