In November, the Ministry of France of the Government of India and the Department of the Treasury of the US announced they reached an agreement with India in regards to the treatment of Digital Service Taxes (DSTs). Under this agreement, US companies accruing in India during the interim period will be credible against future taxes […]
As 2021 comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on the most significant logistics and supply chain news events of the past year. Without a doubt, it has been a rollercoaster ride with many events topping the list. Congress Passes President Biden’s $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure, Bill. The industry is applauding the passes […]
International trade is booming which is why you need a freight forwarder New York who is an expert in importing and exporting. The entire process can be complicated if you lack the proper expertise. A freight forwarder New York specialist has a firm understanding of the entire customs process, the needed documents, and all regulatory […]
The correct classification of goods for entry within the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (or “HTS” for short) is of critical importance to each and every company or individual entering goods into the US. Without a correct classification, an importer may miss a savings opportunity for a product eligible for reduced or duty-free […]
The US and EU announced October 31st, 2021, that they had agreed to lift the US tariffs of 25% on imports of steel from EU and 10% on imports of aluminum from the EU, imposed under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. In turn, the EU is lifting its own tariffs on […]
International trade is tricky whether you specialize in imports or exports. You’ll be faced with very different rules and procedures for various countries and states. Florida is a thriving hub and you’ll want an experienced freight forwarder Miami specialist to work with you on all of your business needs. Sobel International freight forwarder Miami […]
One thing you can count on when it comes to importing, exporting, and customs, the rules are constantly changing, and they are always complex. The documents, regulatory requirements, and international shipping rules alter on a day-by-day basis sometimes. However, Sobel’s Brazilian Customs Brokers are experts in the field. A Customs Broker Brazil specialist will […]
Indigenous ship owners in Nigeria are blaming the federal government for imposing exploitive charges for foreign shipping lines at a very high cost into the country. The Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, wanted to blame the multinational shipping firms for fueling the rise in the costs of goods transported into the country. But according to […]
On Monday, the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach began counting the days that containers remained on dock. Local delivering containers would be penalized after nine days – local rail cargo after three days. Shippers already accustomed to demurrage and detention now have to add another mystery charge to be invoiced an indeterminate period […]
The ever-increasing amount of product being imported into the US is starting to stack up – literally. In the city of Long Beach California, Governor Gavin Newsome made an executive order to alleviate the impacts on the system by temporarily waiving enforcement of current shipping container stacking and height limits. Normally, only two are […]
