Customs Basic Terms

In this section, we will try to explain some of the most common terms in customs procedures. If you still have questions, you are always welcome to contact our support team.

Arrival Notice
An Arrival notice is a document sent to the consignee or their agent by a carrier informing them that a shipment has arrived. The Arrival notice will sh...
Mon, 5 Jul, 2021 at 10:36 AM
Bill of Lading (BL)
The Basics A Bill of Lading is a legal document between the shipper and carrier; it's a contract, detailing the type, quantity, and destination of good...
Sun, 4 Jul, 2021 at 3:33 PM
Bond
If you’re importing goods valued at more than $2,500 or over $250 for Chinese goods, you need a Customs Bond. Which ever transportation mode you use – land,...
Wed, 10 Nov, 2021 at 9:52 AM
Buyer (BY)
The buyer is a US citizen who is paying for the goods imported into the US. For ISF filings, we use the Importer as the base for the other receiver side e...
Mon, 5 Jul, 2021 at 10:35 AM
Commercial Invoice
An invoice is a detailed document used as a customs declaration, describing the business transaction.  The invoice contains information about the parties i...
Mon, 5 Jul, 2021 at 10:32 AM
Consignee (CN)
The consignee is the entity that is financially responsible for the receipt of the shipment. For ISF filings, we use the Importer as the base for the ot...
Mon, 5 Jul, 2021 at 10:35 AM
Delivery Order
A delivery order is a document used by the trucker assigned to pick up your shipment from the CFS/ Port and deliver it to the final delivery address. The D...
Mon, 5 Jul, 2021 at 11:38 AM
HTS code
The Harmonized System (HS) Codes are designated codes used in international trade to help identify the type of commodities that are being shipped. You can f...
Fri, 14 Jan, 2022 at 9:54 PM
Incoterms
What are the Incoterms rules? The Incoterms rules are the world’s essential terms of trade for the sale of goods. Whether you are filing a purchase orde...
Sun, 1 Nov, 2020 at 1:22 PM
Marine Insurance
Marine insurance covers your goods in transit. Our insurance is All-Risk, which means that your merchandise is protected against physical loss or damage res...
Mon, 31 Oct, 2022 at 9:54 PM