Sunday, April 26, 2015

Top Points To Remember In Shipping Abroad

By Belinda Norbert


You have to mull over many factors if you will transport products overseas. For the most part, processes are more complicated compared to domestic shipping. Paperwork can be overwhelming as well. Aside from this, it is important take into account time and costs carefully. Or else, you are in for a lot of problems.

Be mindful of customs rules and regulations. All international consignments have to get clearance from customs authorities. Fill in the necessary documents. One set is for the country of origin. The other is for the nation where the cargo will be sent. Fees depend on the value of consignments and destination. It is advisable to check out customs tariff rates before transporting your stuff.

International shipping cost is often a serious concern. The fee can be the same as your consignment or even more. In fact, some cargo must be transported through airfreight. If this happens, costs will definitely increase. At the same time, the address should always be precise. Otherwise, this can cause bigger problems and additional expense. For instance, international zip codes vary. These are not always the same five digits which are known as the standard for codes. Certain computer systems have not been configured for this purpose. That is why you should always have the correct and complete address indicated.

For small-scale entrepreneurship, the seller is generally liable for all expenses until the consignment has been loaded at the port of origin. After this, the cost is passed on to the buyer at the particular port of destination. As a small business, how do you navigate all of these rules? In particular, small businesses need something that is convenient for the buyer, but at the same time mitigates costs and risks to the buyer. There are advanced cargo tracking systems together with order fulfillment services.

Another concern is consolidated warehousing. Your products will be mixed with other merchandise if you do not have an exclusive shipping container. If your cargo requires consolidation, the goods will be stored in a warehouse which is often in the port of origin. The other essential aspects are port of export; fees for port of origin; and, terminal handling charges. These should be included in the estimates.

The company that owns the vessel will provide you with documents like the Master or Seaway Bill of Lading. Finally, the destination storage facility is known as the customs bonded warehouse. The goods are kept here prior to clearance issued by customs.




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