As a small business that’s importing goods into the U.S., where do customs brokerage services come into the picture?
As a small business that’s importing goods into the U.S., where do customs brokerage services come into the picture?
In the world of cross-border commerce, it’s important to note that different parties have clearly defined roles to expedite the process and manage the many important details. This ensures that there is as little friction as possible during an international shipment. The role of the exporter of record is certainly key in the shipping and customs process, so we’ll take some time to break it down.
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%.
