De Minimis Rules Simplified for Crossborder Ecommerce

De Minimis Rules Simplified for Crossborder Ecommerce

This paper delves into the application of the De Minimis duty exemption strategy in cross-border e-commerce, analyzing its advantages and limitations. It helps e-commerce sellers assess whether their business is suitable for the De Minimis strategy by addressing four key questions: average order value, product customs classification, inventory mix, and customer geographic location. This assessment aims to avoid the risks associated with blindly adopting the strategy and ultimately achieve cost optimization.

11/03/2025 Customs Knowledge
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USPS Tightens Rules on Undervalued Imports Disrupts Trade

USPS Tightens Rules on Undervalued Imports Disrupts Trade

USPS is cracking down on "surface mail arbitrage," upgrading its postage control system, resulting in significant parcel delays, even affecting compliant orders. Sellers must strictly adhere to USPS regulations, ensuring postage payment aligns with the shipping date to avoid risks associated with violations. Establishing standardized payment processes is crucial to mitigate potential future logistics disruptions. The stricter enforcement impacts cross-border logistics and requires sellers to be vigilant about compliance to avoid penalties and delays.

01/05/2026 Logistics
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Rwanda Launches Online System to Ease Crossborder Trade

Rwanda Launches Online System to Ease Crossborder Trade

Rwanda Customs has launched an online advance ruling system integrated into its electronic single window. This aims to help traders clarify tariffs in advance, reduce trade risks, and accelerate customs clearance. To fully leverage the system's advantages, training and promotion are crucial to enhance traders' familiarity with the online application process, helping businesses seize market opportunities. The system improves transparency and predictability in cross-border trade, fostering a more efficient and reliable trading environment.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Crossborder Logistics Firms Adopt Multichannel Shipping for Resilience

Crossborder Logistics Firms Adopt Multichannel Shipping for Resilience

Mixed shipping for international small parcels is a strategy to mitigate uncertainties in cross-border logistics. By integrating multiple logistics channels, businesses can diversify risks and balance costs, delivery times, and policy factors. Companies need to adopt refined channel combination strategies based on product characteristics and market fluctuations to build a resilient logistics network. Utilizing data analysis to optimize decision-making is crucial for enhancing competitiveness and navigating the complexities of international shipping.

12/31/2025 Logistics
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Amazon Sellers Warned to Avoid IP Infringement in Product Selection

Amazon Sellers Warned to Avoid IP Infringement in Product Selection

Selecting products for Amazon's cross-border e-commerce platform requires careful consideration of infringement risks. This guide provides strategies for preventing infringement during product selection, including supplier due diligence, case study analysis, and patent searches. It aims to help sellers avoid trademark, patent, image, and copyright infringements, ensuring a safer and more compliant business on Amazon. By implementing these preventative measures, sellers can minimize potential legal issues and protect their brand reputation.

01/04/2026 Customs Knowledge
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France Invalidates 1000 VAT Numbers Disrupts Crossborder Sellers

France Invalidates 1000 VAT Numbers Disrupts Crossborder Sellers

A widespread invalidation of French VAT numbers is creating a compliance crisis for cross-border sellers. This article delves into the reasons behind the issue, provides methods for verifying VAT numbers, and offers advice on selecting a VAT service provider. It aims to help sellers mitigate risks and ensure stable operations in the French market by navigating the complexities of VAT compliance and avoiding potential penalties associated with invalid VAT numbers and non-compliance.

01/06/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Madecom Collapse Highlights Risks for Online Retailers

Madecom Collapse Highlights Risks for Online Retailers

Made.com's bankruptcy stemmed from a confluence of factors including macroeconomic headwinds, supply chain issues, high marketing costs, customer churn, and mismanagement. This case serves as a warning to cross-border e-commerce businesses, highlighting the need for diversified market strategies, optimized supply chain management, strengthened financial controls, improved customer service, and close monitoring of macroeconomic trends. By addressing these areas, companies can mitigate risks and achieve sustainable growth in the competitive global marketplace.

01/06/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Automated Tiktok Livestreams Boost Ecommerce Sales

Automated Tiktok Livestreams Boost Ecommerce Sales

This article provides an in-depth analysis of TikTok automated live streaming, covering its operational model, advantages, disadvantages, practical techniques, and potential risks. It aims to help you master automated live streams and tap into overseas markets. The content includes preparation, operational procedures, diverse monetization methods, and a guide to avoiding common pitfalls. This comprehensive guide helps you navigate the world of automated TikTok live streaming and potentially profit from cross-border e-commerce opportunities.

01/06/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Ecommerce Firms Warned of Freight Scams Amid Holiday Shipping Rush

Ecommerce Firms Warned of Freight Scams Amid Holiday Shipping Rush

Year-end freight risks are high. Some freight forwarders use low prices to attract business and then resell, resulting in goods being detained due to unpaid debts. Cross-border e-commerce sellers should be wary of the "low-price trap" and choose reputable and professional freight forwarders. Pay attention to their risk control capabilities and value-added services to ensure the safe and timely delivery of goods and avoid losing both money and goods.

01/06/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Over 13000 US Sellers Face Trademark Crisis Amid Agency Malpractice

Over 13000 US Sellers Face Trademark Crisis Amid Agency Malpractice

The USPTO issued a show cause order to a Shenzhen-based agency concerning over 13,000 trademarks, potentially facing cancellation due to agent misconduct. This incident exposes irregularities within the industry, reminding sellers to choose compliant agencies to mitigate risks. Sellers should also be vigilant about potential future actions from Amazon. This case underscores the importance of due diligence and adherence to regulations in cross-border e-commerce trademark registration to avoid costly repercussions.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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