On: May 19, 2025 By: Kari Crane
FOB (Free On Board) means different things in domestic and international trade. Learn the key differences between U.S. FOB and Incoterms 2020 FOB, when to use FCA instead and how to avoid costly shipping mistakes.
On: May 14, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Estimating your international shipping costs? Start with our easy-to-use CBM Calculator to find out exactly how much space your cargo takes. You'll also learn the key differences between CBM, chargeable weight and volumetric weight—so you can avoid costly surprises.
On: May 14, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Get a clear, in-depth look at Section 232 tariffs—what they are, how they’re used and what they mean for U.S. importers. Part two of our four-part A Deeper Look video series for Passages Premium members.
On: May 12, 2025 By: Mitch Kostoulakos
Determining country of origin is critical for assigning tariffs and claiming FTA benefits. Learn how U.S. Customs defines substantial transformation, what documentation is required, and how to avoid costly errors in import compliance.
On: May 7, 2025 By: Lisa Nemer
Find the correct tariff rates for your imports. Shipping Solutions Product Classification and Import Controls software help you navigate the Harmonized Tariff Schedule and become a tariff expert.
On: May 7, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Get a clear, in-depth look at Section 301 tariffs—what they are, how they’re used and what they mean for U.S. importers. Part one of our four-part A Deeper Look video series for Passages Premium members.
On: May 5, 2025 By: David Noah
Under the Incoterms 2020 rules, Free On Board (FOB) means the seller has fulfilled its obligation when the goods are loaded on the vessel nominated by the buyer. This term should only be used for sea and inland waterway transport and usually only for non-containerized bulk cargo, such as oil or grain.
On: May 5, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Watch the May 2025 International Trade Briefing for key updates on sweeping U.S. trade policy changes, new tariffs, de minimis shifts and legal battles over presidential trade powers—plus why BIS is urging exporters to get End-Use Certificates, even for low-risk EAR99 shipments.
On: April 30, 2025 By: David Noah
When agreeing to a routed export transaction, an exporter faces several potential risks: the Electronic Export Information may be filed incorrectly or not at all; export compliance violations may occur; you can't choose the freight forwarder; and you may not know where your goods end up.
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