Navigate Shipping and Logistics

Documents and Shipping

Ship your product to arrive safely and on time and avoid the potential of having your product stuck in customs or returned. We can help you determine the best shipping options and how to complete required documents.

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Product Preparation

Some products and their packaging must be altered for export.

Is Your Product Ready?

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Shipping Basics

Choosing the right transportation mode is critical.

Consider Your Options

Shipping Documentation

Proper shipping documentation, including AESDirect filing, is critical for a smooth export transaction.

Learn About The Requirements

Incoterms®

Incoterms® define risks and responsibilities between a buyer and seller.

Choose The Best Incoterms®

Documents and Shipping Resources and Tools

Check these tools to determine and optimize your product’s tariff treatment.

Related Tariff Issues

Special considerations to reduce your shipping cost.

Learn about special considerations

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Customs Information

Use the Customs Info Tariff Tool to find your product’s tariff rate.

Find Your Tariff Rate

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Export Trading Companies

An Export Trade Certificate of Review (ETCR) allows you to work with other companies to reduce shipping costs, boost negotiating power, and develop long-term export business.

Apply for an ECTR

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U.S. Commercial Service Support

The U.S. Commercial Service offers support for resolving shipment issues with foreign customs entities.

Find an Office Near You

Continue Your Export Journey

Here are recommended next steps for you.

Export Solutions

Discover solutions for new and experienced exporters.

Topics, Tools, and Financing

All resources for exporters.

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