US Businesses May Reclaim Millions in Unclaimed Tariff Refunds

US Businesses May Reclaim Millions in Unclaimed Tariff Refunds

Facing opportunities arising from the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) tariff policy adjustments, how can businesses seize duty drawback benefits? North American customs compliance expert Ben Bidwell reveals the impact of USTR tariff policy changes, the potential for duty drawback amounts, the direction of China-U.S. tariffs, and the long-term effects of tariffs. He advises companies to proactively respond, grasp opportunities, strengthen cooperation with customs brokers and trade experts, enhance compliance levels, and reduce trade risks. This proactive approach is crucial for navigating the evolving trade landscape and maximizing potential benefits.

01/30/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Global Air Cargo Industry Focuses on Safety and Efficiency

Global Air Cargo Industry Focuses on Safety and Efficiency

The global air cargo supply chain is complex and heavily regulated. This paper delves into the diversity of air cargo, the responsibilities of key players, the importance of security compliance, and the efficiency gains enabled by technology. It emphasizes that compliance is the cornerstone and sustainable development is the future direction. It calls for cooperation among all parties to jointly build a safer, more efficient, and sustainable air cargo ecosystem. Focus is given to the need for collaboration to ensure a resilient and secure global air cargo network.

01/30/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Shopee Mandates Overseas Warehouses for Crossborder Sellers by 2026

Shopee Mandates Overseas Warehouses for Crossborder Sellers by 2026

Shopee's new policies in January 2026 bring both commission waivers for first-time stores across multiple sites and stricter tax compliance, posing higher demands on cross-border sellers. Third-party overseas warehouses, with their compliance, cost reduction, and efficiency advantages, become crucial for sellers to break through. Overseas warehouses like Tiān Cāng Cāng, deeply adapted to the Shopee platform, help sellers seize the new policy dividends, build localized fulfillment systems, and establish themselves in the Southeast Asian market. They offer a compliant and efficient solution to navigate the evolving landscape.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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US to Tighten Air Cargo Rules for Lithium Batteries in 2025

US to Tighten Air Cargo Rules for Lithium Batteries in 2025

New US regulations for air transport of lithium batteries will be implemented in phases starting in 2025, focusing on capacity limits, packaging testing, and label updates. From 2026, all lithium battery cells and packs must be transported at a state of charge (SOC) not exceeding 30% of their rated capacity. A new 3-meter stacking test is introduced, and labels are renamed to cover sodium-ion batteries. The FAA prohibits the air transport of damaged batteries. Cross-border e-commerce sellers need to pay close attention to the new regulations and adjust their strategies to ensure compliant transportation.

01/15/2026 Logistics
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