My forwarder charged me \$25 for "AMS filing." I understand it is mandatory for the US, but who files it, what information is in i…

My forwarder offered me a "Sea Waybill" instead of an original Bill of Lading and says it will speed up clearance at destination. …

I received a quote from a company that describes itself as an NVOCC. How is that different from a freight forwarder, and does it a…

My freight forwarder mentioned something about General Average when my vessel had a fire incident. I was told my cargo might be he…

I have been using Incoterms 2010 in my contracts for years. My lawyer told me Incoterms 2020 was released and I should update my c…

I sell power banks and portable chargers. I keep getting rejections from airlines and now my sea freight forwarder is also flaggin…

I am in the USA and my supplier uses "FOB destination" in their quote. Is this the same as the international Incoterm FOB, and who…

Both CIP and CIF seem to include insurance, but a supplier told me they are different terms with different insurance levels. Can s…

My supplier says I need a Certificate of Origin (CO) for my import from China. When is it mandatory and what type of CO should I a…

My bank keeps asking whether I need an import LC or export LC. Is it just the same LC seen from both sides, or are they actually d…

I manufacture large agricultural equipment (tractors, harvesters) and need to ship them internationally. What are my options and w…

I want to export Indian mangoes and fresh vegetables to the Middle East. What are the recommended shipping methods, and how do I e…

I bought cargo insurance and received a policy with "Institute Cargo Clauses A" on it. What does this actually cover and what is e…

My package from Alibaba is stuck on "Import Customs Clearance" status for 5 days. Is this normal? What does it mean and when shoul…

My company needs to ship chemicals internationally. I know there are strict rules but I am not sure where to start. What are the k…