by Marli Espinales | Jul 1, 2026 | Customs Brokerage
In today’s volatile global supply chain environment, few costs are as misunderstood—and as damaging to margins—as demurrage and detention fees. For importers moving cargo through U.S. ports, these charges have evolved from occasional inconveniences into persistent...
by Promptus LLC | Feb 1, 2026 | Customs Brokerage
If you’re importing goods into the United States, you’ve probably heard the terms “duties” and “tariffs” used interchangeably. While they’re related, there’s a difference worth understanding. When your products arrive in...
by Promptus LLC | Jan 5, 2026 | Customs Brokerage
Importing cargo into the United States is a high-stakes process where timing is everything. Any delay at the port of entry does more than just throw off your schedule, but can also lead to unexpected costs. The good news is that most customs delays are preventable. By...
by Promptus LLC | Nov 1, 2025 | Customs Brokerage
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...
by Promptus LLC | Sep 1, 2025 | Customs Brokerage
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....
by Promptus LLC | Apr 2, 2025 | Customs Brokerage, Video
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....
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