OptimalShip's Helpful Shipping Tips

Shipping to China: Important Steps to Ensuring Delivery

Posted by K. Sterrett on Feb 22, 2022 12:33:00 PM

You can ship to China just like you can ship to many other countries. But a shipment to China could take days or weeks to arrive. Being the second largest importer in the world comes with some hiccups. All international shipping options include going through customs regulations. But high volumes of shipments can affect the delivery time for packages.

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How to Ship to Remote Areas

Posted by K. Sterrett on Feb 15, 2022 9:00:00 AM

 

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How International Freight Shipping Works

Posted by K. Sterrett on Feb 8, 2022 10:50:00 AM

Do you need international freight shipping services?

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How to Ship to Brazil from the US

Posted by K. Sterrett on Feb 1, 2022 12:27:00 PM

Shipping to Brazil follows the same process as shipping to any other country. You'll need to fill out customs documents. You'll also need to pay for shipping costs and pay attention to transit times. However, shipping to Brazil also comes with a few quirks. Having Brazil as your destination country makes shipping more expensive. In today's blog, we're giving you some pointers to making shipping to Brazil easier.

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Incoterms 2020: What code do I need for customs?

Posted by K. Sterrett on Jan 25, 2022 10:00:00 AM

Incoterms 2020 is an abbreviation for international commercial terms. Incoterms are part of international trade. Incoterms rules define the "basic roles and responsibilities of seller and buyer" when handling manufactured goods.

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What Are Duties and Taxes?

Posted by K. Sterrett on Jan 11, 2022 9:40:00 AM

Your Complete Guide to Understanding How Duties and Taxes Work

Customs duty, duty rates, import taxes, value-added tax ... you see these words all the time, but what do they mean? It can be easy to get confused. After all, duties and taxes are part of all international shipments, and all countries have them. In this article, we're answering all your questions. 

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What Shipping Documentation Do I Need to Ship Internationally?

Posted by K. Sterrett on Jan 4, 2022 11:52:00 AM

Proper documentation when shipping internationally is essential. Otherwise, your shipment may not clear customs or even arrive successfully in the destination country. You don't want your goods to get stuck only part-way through the process! Not only will it be difficult to reclaim your goods, but you'll have an angry, upset buyer on your hands.

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Express Shipping Services: When Speed is Paramount

Posted by K. Sterrett on Dec 28, 2021 9:15:00 AM

We live in a globalized world where shipments must be delivered quickly. Whether personally or professionally, fast shipments can prove to be vital. Getting a shipment to its destination can mean the difference between resounding triumph and abject failure.

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The Complete Guide to Air Freight Shipping

Posted by K. Sterrett on Dec 21, 2021 10:00:00 AM

When you think of shipping, you probably think of a truck driving across the country. And while that is a domestic shipping option, it’s not the only one. And often, delivery by ground doesn’t work for international shipments. So, what happens when your package needs to arrive sooner?  

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How to Choose the Best Overseas Shippers

Posted by K. Sterrett on Dec 14, 2021 9:15:00 AM

If you're looking for the best international shipping companies, there are a few things that you should keep in mind before making a decision.

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