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Perhaps some of the least popular Customs topics, and ones that have the potential to be the most painful, are Customs’ notifications and exams. This blog post will provide a brief overview of the several types of CBP notifications, holds, and exams that an importer might receive on inbound shipments to the United States, what an importer should do if a notification is received, and some best practices on how to deal with each of these situations.

With supply chains facing continued disruption from China’s zero-COVID policy, the war in Ukraine, and ongoing delays on most trade routes, 2022 remains a trying year for exporters. This post covers the top 4 issues Laufer is seeing with its export customers.

The worst time to realize you need insurance is after a loss event. If you typically don’t insure your cargo, now is a good time to reevaluate that option to make sure you are adequately covered in the event of a loss. Marine cargo insurance is comparatively affordable and protects you from catastrophic damages, so it offers a great deal of protection and peace of mind for a relatively minimal cost. It can also mean the difference between a quick claim settlement or months of waiting and back-and-forth to recover any value from your goods.