Unclaimed or Abandoned Import Cargo Guidelines
If you are an importer, you must become familiar with the circumstances under which a cargo is considered unclaimed or abandoned by US Customs (CBP). In the last few months, there has been an increase in unclaimed and abandoned cargo by the importers due to...
What Is Transshipment?
At its most basic, transshipment refers to the transfer of goods between different modes of transportation—such as airplanes, cargo ships, trucks, or trains—while in route to their final destination. This is a common and legitimate practice in global logistics....
Types of Bills of Lading in International Shipments
In the world of international trade, documentation is everything. One of the most critical documents in any maritime shipment is the Bill of Lading (BL). It serves as a receipt of goods, evidence of the contract of carriage, and most importantly, a document of title....
Benefits of Using an NVOCC
As defined by the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), a Non-Vessel-Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) is “a common carrier that holds itself out to the public to provide ocean transportation, issues its house bill of lading or equivalent document, and does not operate...
What to Do if You Receive a CBP Form 28 or CBP Form 29
If you’ve ever received a U.S. CBP (Customs and Border Protection) Form 28 or CBP Form 29, you may have felt uncertain about what steps to take. These forms are commonly issued to importers concerning past imported products that have not yet been liquidated....
Understanding the Jones Act: History and Its Impact on U.S. Territories
The Jones Act, also known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, has long played a significant role in shaping the shipping industry and the U.S. economy. CBP states that “The coastwise law governing the transportation of merchandise was established by Section 27 of the...
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