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De Minimis Is Dead: What It Means for Importers

De minimis didn’t just eliminate duties — it shielded your...
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Dimensional Weight Explained

Beat the 2025 UPS/FedEx rounding trap. One click calculates your...
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Blind Ship Use Case

Blind Shipping Case Studies How importers prevent supplier contact, cut...
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Blind Shipping Guide for 2025

Blind shipping protects supplier identity and streamlines fulfillment. This guide...
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Blind Shipping From China 101

Blind shipping from China can help you protect supplier confidentiality and...
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Why Is My Chinese Supplier Asking For My EIN?

Wondering why your Chinese supplier is asking for your EIN...
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Importing Promo Products – Part 2

In case you missed Part 1, this guide continues your...
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Importing Promo Products – Part 1

Ready for the next step in importing promo products from...
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Import Duty Explained

Learn how to calculate import duty from China, classify your...
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