Navigate Shipping and Logistics

Overview

Ship your product to arrive safely and on time, and avoid the potential of having your product stuck in customs or returned. We can help you determine the best shipping options and how to complete the required documents.

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Product Preparation

Some products and packaging must be altered for export.

Is Your Product Ready?

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Shipping Basics

Choosing the right transportation mode is key.

Consider Your Options

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Shipping Documentation

Proper documentation, including AESDirect filing, is critical.

Learn About Requirements

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Incoterms®

Definitions of responsibility between buyers and sellers.

Choose Incoterms®

Documents and Shipping Resources and Tools

Check these tools to determine and optimize your product’s tariff treatment.

Related Tariff Issues

Special considerations to reduce your shipping cost.

Learn about special considerations

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Customs Information

Use the Customs Info Tariff Tool to find your product’s tariff rate.

Find Your Tariff Rate

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Export Trading Companies

An Export Trade Certificate of Review (ETCR) allows you to work with other companies to reduce shipping costs, boost negotiating power, and develop long-term export business.

Apply for an ECTR