• Air Freight Service: This option offers you two main advantages over ocean freight: 1) Faster delivery, and 2) less maneuver. Within air freight services, there is a diverse selection ranging from chartering a dedicated flight (most expensive), to air freight consolidation (most cost-effective).


• Ocean Freight Service: This option is the most budget-friendly one for international shipping however, it will take longer to receive your goods as it is subject to changes on sailing schedules and delays on transshipment ports.

• FCL: Full Container Load, meant for larger loads or for high-value shipments with need of individual cargo protection.


• LCL: Less-than-Container Load, a cost saving consolidation of various shipments (from different clients) in the same shipment.

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• LTL Shipments are larger than regular parcel but does not fill the entire truck. Rates are based on space used, weight, freight class, accessorial, and where it is traveling from and to. LTL shipment make multiple stops at service centers between the shipper and consignee. This is a cost effective and flexible solution to transport your cargo by land.


• FULL Truckload Shipments are larger than LTL, taking up all or most of the space on a truck. Dedicated carriers offer negotiable rates on a per load basis. Loads are not consolidated with other shipments therefore the carrier can pick up your goods and deliver them faster. Full truckloads services include: 53-foot dry vans, flatbeds, refrigerated units, intermodal containers, and other specialized equipment.

For international shipping, you must be ready to produce additional documentation to ensure your shipment passes through export & import procedures without delays. These documents are:

• Certificate of Origin. Many countries require a certificate of origin reflecting in which country the goods were manufactured. Customs authorities will use this document to calculate tariffs & duties or to enforce embargoes.
  
  
• Material Safety Data Sheet / Hazardous Goods Declaration Form. When moving hazardous cargo via ocean or air, these forms are needed to determine the classification and potential implications of the handling of those goods.
  
  
• Fumigation Certificate / Pest Control Certificate. Required when using wooden packing materials, such as pallets or cases.
  
  
• Commercial Invoice. A document stating the commercial value of the goods being transported as well as cost of freight, insurance, packing and/or any other miscellaneous charges related to your shipment.
  
  
• Packing List. An inventory list of items contained in your shipment.

• Ocean Freight is based on cargo volume, it could include any cost associated with inland transportation, port charges, insurance coverage, customs clearance, as well as any other warehousing services provided by your agent for your shipment.
  
  
• Air Freight is based on chargeable weight. It can be either the gross weight (i.e., actual weight) or the volumetric weight (i.e., dimensional weight) of your shipment, whichever is greater. It could also include any cost associated with inland transportation, airport charges, insurance coverage, customs clearance, as well as any other warehousing services provided by your agent for your shipment.

There are three important regulations to keep in mind before securing your international freight service:

• Customs Regulations and Fees. Be proactive about learning any import/export restrictions as well as fees associated with your shipment. Customs authorities will perform inspection of all shipments upon arrival to destination.
  
  
• Copyright and Trademark Infringement. Importing goods into a country with stiff rules & penalties, can result on your cargo being detained by customs authorities. Keep in mind that some countries take these violations very seriously.
  
  
• Hazardous Materials. Ensure the hazardous product you wish to transport can be moved to your desired destination by air or ocean transportation. If allowed, there could be additional fees and/or restrictions imposed on hazardous materials therefore, it is important to review any available guidelines before committing to a purchase.

A customs broker will be the ideal person to handle this process for you by acting as an intercessor between you and the customs department in the country of import. Not only will the customs broker know how to process your goods through customs, but it can also facilitate the process if there is some kind of paperwork error or inspection required. We provide exceptional customs clearance services tailored to your shipment needs.

You should always consider a dedicated air cargo or marine cargo insurance coverage. Air freight and ocean carriers offer a very minimal liability coverage that often is not enough to cover the value of your cargo. We offer insurance coverage that provides protection against all risks of physical loss or damage caused during international shipping.

When preparing cargo for international transportation, one must consider breakage, moisture, misappropriation, and excess weight. Below are some guidelines to follow:

• Pack in strong boxes that are adequately sealed and filled when possible.
  
  
• Ensure weight is evenly distributed to provide proper bracing, regardless of size.
  
  
• Place goods on pallets and, when needed, in wooden crates.
  
  
• Make packages and fillers out of moisture-resistant material.
  
  
• To circumvent misappropriation, avoid writing contents or brand names on packages.
  
  
• Use straps, seals, and shrink-wrap to safeguard goods.
  
  
• Note any product-specific hazardous materials packing requirements.
  
  
• Verify compliance with wood-packaging documentation and markings for fumigation and chemical treatment.
  
  
• Write cautionary marking such us “This Side Up” or “Fragile” in the corresponding languages and ensure visibility.
  
  
• Label cargo correctly to meet shipping regulations and proper handling.

A freight forwarder will streamline the shipping and logistics process by offering guidance through the ever changing and often complex regulations of an import/export operation, and by providing competitive pricing secured via their worldwide contacts with trucking companies, ship lines, airlines, and customs brokers.