• De minimis values

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• Commercial Invoice

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• FDA Prior Notice

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• Understanding Customs Descriptions and HS Codes

  Introduction As part of our commitment to streamline your shipping process and ensure compliance with international trade regulations, we recommend grouping items with the same Harmonized System (HS) Code on your commercial invoices. This practice not only simplifies your documentation but also helps expedite customs clearance. Why Group Items by HS Code? Grouping items with the same HS Code offers several benefits: Simplifies DocFew readers

• Are you registered for tax in a foreign country?

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• What Is an EORI Number and Why It Matters for South African Exporters

  If you’re shipping goods from South Africa to the European Union (EU) or the UK, you’ve probably heard of something called an EORI number. But what exactly is it, and why should you care? Let’s unpack what it means, who needs one, and how it can help you avoid those dreaded customs delays. 🧾 What Is an EORI Number? An EORI number (Economic Operators Registration and Identification number) is a unique ID that customs authorities in the EU and the UK use to track shipments. Think of it as aFew readers

• HS Code confidence score

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• US Tariff Changes Impacting TUNL Economy & Express

  From 29 August 2025, all US-bound TUNL Economy and Express shipments will be impacted by new US tariffs. We want you to be prepared so your US orders keep moving without disruption. What’s Changing From 29 August 2025: No more duty-free threshold for US importFew readers

• Why Has My U.S. Customer Been Asked to Fill In a 5106 Form?

  If you're shipping from South Africa to the U.S., your customer might get a request from FedEx, UPS, or another carrier to fill in a 5106 form. It’s not spam. It’s a U.S. customs thing - and it’s important. 📌 What’s a 5106 Form, Anyway? The 5106 (officially, the CBP Form 5106) is a one-time form U.S. Customs uses to register someone receiving goods in the U.S. for the first time. It captures basic info: Name and address of the recipient Tax ID or Social Security number Contact deFew readers

• What Is an IOSS Number and Why You Need It for EU Shipments

  IOSS (Import One-Stop Shop) is a super helpful system that simplifies VAT (Value Added Tax) collection for international shipments to the EU. If you're a non-EU business selling goods to EU customers, you’ll need an IOSS number to make sure VAT is handled smoothly on goods worth €150 or less. Here’s everything you need to know about it, why it matters, and how to make it work for your shipments. 📦 What is an IOSS Number? The IOSS number is like a VAT passport fFew readers