Pic's Peanut Butter U.S. Exports Reported to Rise With North American Demand
Pic's Peanut Butter says its exports to North America have increased amid demand associated with weight-loss drugs, according to a report published by The Press. The report identifies the United States as the central export-market focus, although the available information does not state the volume shipped, the value of exports, or the share specifically destined […]
Importer of Record Number: CBP Registration, Format, and How to Find It
An importer of record number identifies the party responsible for a U.S. customs entry. In many cases, it is based on the importer's IRS tax identification number; where that is not suitable or available, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) may assign an importer number. Do not guess which identifier to use: ask the customs […]
Nintendo of America Tariff Refund Sale: 30% Customer Appreciation Offer
Nintendo of America has announced a Customer Appreciation Sale that it says is made possible in part by tariff-related refunds. The promotion offers 30% off dozens of Nintendo Switch digital games and bundles, alongside savings on selected physical games, downloadable content, accessories, amiibo figures, and apparel. It is a retail promotion rather than a direct […]
FedEx Customs Charges After Delivery: What Reddit Reports Mean for You
Getting a FedEx customs invoice after delivery can be legitimate, but do not pay solely because an email looks convincing. Reports on Reddit describe FedEx seeking import duties, taxes, and related charges after parcels have been delivered, sometimes weeks or months later. Check that the invoice is genuine, identify what each line item represents, compare […]
New England Imports, China, Maine: Used Cars, Saab Service, and Contact Details
New England Imports is a used-car dealer and Saab service business in South China, Maine, not a guide to importing goods from China. Its official website says it has supplied pre-owned Saabs to Maine buyers since 1990 and is an official Saab service centre. The business lists its showroom and workshop at 632 Lakeview […]
Free Freight Volume Calculator by Weight: CBM & Volumetric Weight
Freight Volume Calculator by Weight Use this free freight volume calculator by weight to calculate shipment volume, CBM, volumetric weight, actual shipment weight and estimated chargeable weight. For freight purposes, weight and volume are not the same thing. A shipment can be physically light but occupy a large amount of space. Carriers may therefore compare […]
DHL Customs Clearance Status Updated: Meaning and What to Do Next
If DHL tracking says “Customs Clearance Status Updated”, “Customs Status Updated”, or “Custom Status Updated”, it means the shipment’s customs-processing record has changed or progressed. The note that “the customs clearance process may start while the shipment is in transit to the destination” means DHL may send shipment data for destination-side customs work before the […]
Australia's Proposed Customs Act Changes on Illicit Tobacco Explained
Australia's federal government has introduced proposed Customs Act changes intended to make illicit tobacco prosecutions easier. The bill would create separate offences for illegally importing tobacco and for possessing or moving illicit tobacco within Australia, reducing the need for prosecutors to prove that an accused person knew the goods had been smuggled and were subject […]
Canada Export Declaration: CERS Requirements, Exemptions, and Filing Guide
A Canada export declaration is the electronic report an exporter submits to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) for goods leaving Canada when reporting is required. It is filed through the Canadian Export Reporting System (CERS), not on the former paper B13A form. Whether you need one depends on the shipment's value, destination, and whether […]
Arrived at Customs Clearance Broker Facility at LAX: Meaning, Timing & Next Steps
If tracking says “arrived at the customs clearance broker facility” at LAX, your package has usually reached, or is being handled within, the carrier’s or broker’s import-processing workflow in the Los Angeles gateway area. The carrier or marketplace may be preparing, reviewing or matching customs information before the parcel can continue through the US delivery […]