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Comprehensive Guide to Customs Clearance

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  Before we receive our goods or cross-border e-commerce packages, they must go through a crucial checkpoint - customs clearance. As a key link in international trade, the smooth progress of customs clearance directly affects the transportation timeliness of goods and the operating costs of enterprises. Next, we will take you to fully understand the customs clearance process from the definition of customs clearance, required documents, processes, common problems and simplified methods. 1. What is Customs Clearance? Customs clearance refers to the procedures that must be performed in accordance with various laws, regulations and provisions when import and export goods and transit goods enter and exit a country's customs territory. It is not only a process of customs supervision of goods, but also an important means to ensure national tax revenue, maintain trade order and maintain national security. For importers and exporters, customs clearance is a necessary link for goods to le...
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How to Choose the Right Freight Forwarder？

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  What Is a China Freight Forwarder? A freight forwarder in China is an organization that makes a speciality of Arranging the transportation of goods from China to another place on behalf of a company or person. Even though freight forwarders never move items by themselves, they work as intermediaries between the consumer and a variety of transportation products and services. Important features of a China freight forwarder include things like: Scheduling cargo space on ships, planes, or trucks. Negotiating freight expenses with carriers. Dealing with delivery documentation (Invoice of lading, professional Bill, packing record). Managing customs methods and ensuring compliance. Offering cargo insurance plan and monitoring expert services. Freight forwarders can give multimodal methods, combining sea, air, and land transportation to be certain well timed supply and price-performance. Why Utilize a Delivery Agent in China? A delivery agent in China operates likewise into ...
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The Importance of Logistics and Supply Chain Services to Enterprises

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  In an era dominated by global markets, e-commerce innovations, and evolving consumer demands, logistics and supply chain services are the infrastructure that drives global businesses. These services do more than just transport products; they are strategic networks that ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and adaptability in an unpredictable business environment. Let’s explore how logistics and supply chain services are the cornerstone of a company’s success through real-world examples from global industry leaders. 1. Pillars of Efficient Business Operations Strong logistics and supply chain systems are the engines that keep businesses running smoothly, minimizing disruptions and optimizing resource utilization. Toyota: Mastering Just-in-Time (JIT) Production Excellence Japanese automotive giant Toyota revolutionized manufacturing with its just-in-time inventory system, a prime example of supply chain innovation. By closely coordinating with more than 2,000 suppliers around the...
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Top 10 Best China Freight Forwarding Companies in 2025

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  1. Sinotrans Limited ( SINOTRANS ) Location:  Beijing, China. Business areas:  International shipping, air transport, multimodal transport, supply chain management. Industry status:  Ranked first in the list of China's top 100 freight forwarders for many consecutive years, and ranked first in the world's ocean freight forwarders in 2025, with an annual cargo volume of 4.872 million TEUs. Advantages:  Relying on the resources of China Merchants Group, the global network covers more than 100 countries and has 40+ overseas branches. 2.COSCO SHIPPING Logistics Supply Chain Co., Ltd. ( COSCOSHIPPING ) Location:  Shanghai, China. Business areas:  container transport, international trains, warehousing and logistics. Industry status:  No. 2 among China's top 100 freight forwarders, and No. 12 in the global ocean freight forwarding ranking in 2025 (COSCO Shipping Logistics Supply Chain). Features:  One of the main operators of China-Europe trains, p...
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What does ISF mean in shipping?ISF Comprehensive Guide

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1.What is an ISF? Definition of ISF: ISF (Importer Security Filing) , also known as the  "10+2 Rule" , is a pre-arrival cargo declaration system mandated by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to enhance supply chain security and mitigate terrorist risks. Purpose: Assess potential security threats by collecting critical cargo data (e.g., manufacturer details, consignee information, container loading locations) in advance. Ensure compliance with U.S. trade regulations and streamline customs clearance. Applicable Scenarios: Transport Mode : Applies  exclusively to ocean freight  entering the U.S. (air and land cargo are exempt). Responsible Parties : Importers or authorized agents (e.g., customs brokers, 3PLs) must submit data  24 hours before vessel loading  at the foreign port. Regulatory Basis: SAFE Port Act (2002) : Authorizes CBP to enforce ISF requirements and impose penalties for non-compliance. Penalties : Failure to file may trigger a  "Do Not L...
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