China’s export tax rebate (出口退税) system has long been a point of discussion — and sometimes contention — among Western policymakers, economists, and businesses. To understand why, we need to look at its origins, how it has evolved, and the role it plays in today's global trade environment. Origins: A
Recently, as the US-China trade tensions escalate, a growing number of Amazon sellers have reported receiving investigation notices from CBP Officers. The trigger? Years of shipping large products through Amazon’s AGL (Amazon Global Logistics) channel using undervalued customs declarations. For many sellers, this was once considered a “normal” industry practice
Many companies are eager to export their food products to Canada. But did you know? Having a delicious product is not enough. Canada has strict compliance requirements for imported food. Before you ship, make sure you review these six critical points carefully. Any mistake could lead to customs clearance failure,
As of May 2, 2025, the U.S. officially began imposing tariffs on small parcels from China, including low-value packages (under $800) from platforms like Taobao, Temu, and AliExpress. This marks a major policy shift—and a potential shakeup for both casual shoppers and online resellers in the U.S. The Big Question:
When requesting a shipping quote, many customers often ask: "Why do I need to provide so much detail just to get a price?" It’s a fair question—and the answer is simple: because no two shipments are the same. To give you an accurate and efficient logistics solution, freight forwarders must
In the world of global e-commerce, returns are often considered a standard part of the shopping experience. However, if you've ever tried to return a product purchased from a Chinese seller, you may have noticed a trend: sellers rarely ask you to send the item back. Instead, they offer refunds
As trade tensions between China and the United States escalated in 2019, many Chinese exporters found themselves searching for creative ways to bypass the increasing tariffs. One of the most commonly adopted strategies was transshipment—a practice of rerouting goods through third countries to obscure their true origin. While this method
Why Choosing the Right Trade Term—Like DDP—Matters More Than Ever In today’s volatile trade landscape, tariffs are back in the spotlight—especially for businesses importing from Asia. With the recent reintroduction of high tariffs by the Trump administration, many U.S. importers are seeing sharp increases in landed costs. For importers of
