What is a Standard Shipping Note(SSN)? A Standard Shipping Note (SSN) is a vital shipping document used in international trade. It provides crucial information about the shipment and the parties involved. The SSN serves as a formal record, documenting details about: The contents of the shipment (e.g., goods, products) Information about the sender (exporter) The
An Export Cargo Shipping Instruction (ECSI) is a shipping document used during international trade activities, and the logistics associated with the handling of your cargo during transportation from your home country (e.g. UK) to an overseas destination (e.g. United States). What is an ECSI document use? It is good practice, in international trade, to almost
‘Incoterms 2010 in Export‘ is Delivery Terms in the sense that they outline, in detail, what is required to be done by both parties. The handling location is the location that has been chosen to effect the ‘exchange’ of goods, which denotes delivery and the taking thereof. By applying the ICC Incoterms it is now
INTRODUCTION To Success of Your Export Order Processing : In this blog, I’m going to show you how spending a little time upfront to conduct necessary due diligence can greatly increase the chances of making your export order processing successful. 1. Shift your focus from your product to your customer. Having a first-class product isn’t
What is a Dangerous Goods Note (DGN)? A Dangerous Goods Note (DGN) is a critical shipping document utilized in international trade to ensure the safe handling and transport of cargo classified as hazardous or dangerous. According to the UN Model Regulations, these goods fall under the Dangerous Goods Emergency Action Code List (EAC), which outlines
Looking for customers in an International Trade Market is seen by many to be more trouble than it’s worth. It’s far better to stick to the demands of the domestic market, right? WRONG. Going global could save your business, and here are 7 Ways to save your business through International Trade. 1. The world has
What are Incoterms 2010 and why are Delivery Terms important? Incoterms were specifically set out by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) to provide a universally accepted convention for Delivery Terms between International Trading parties. Essentially they are a form of protection for both parties when shipping and receiving goods overseas. Applying Incoterms 2010 as Delivery Terms
What is a commodity code? A series of numbers used to identify products that are being imported or exported from the UK. Generally ten digits long for imports coming from outside the EU but for exports the first eight digits are sufficient. Once you have the commodity code for your product you will be able
