shipping
Incoterms for Small Business: DDP, DDU, and What You're Liable For
Incoterms decide who pays for shipping, insurance, and customs duties. Pick the wrong one and you could owe thousands in unexpected costs.
Bill of Lading Explained: When and Why You Need One
A bill of lading is three documents in one: a receipt, a contract, and a title of ownership. If you ship freight, you need to understand how it works.
COD Shipping: Cash on Delivery in 2026
Cash on Delivery is not dead. It is niche, expensive, and full of rules most shippers don't know about. Here is the current state of COD in American shipping.
Shipping to APO/FPO/DPO: Military Address Guide
Military addresses look strange but work through the regular postal system. Here is how to format them correctly, what you can send, and what takes forever.
ECCN and Export Controls: When Your Package Needs a License
Most packages don't need an export license. But some do, and shipping them without one is a federal crime. Here's how to tell the difference.
EIN vs SSN for Customs: What Importers Need to Know
Should you use your EIN or SSN on customs forms? The answer depends on who you are, what you are shipping, and how much trouble you want to avoid.
Customs Forms 101: CN22, CN23, and Commercial Invoice
A plain-English breakdown of CN22, CN23, and commercial invoices — when you need each one, how to fill them out, and what happens if you get it wrong.
Customs Duty Calculator: Estimate Import Costs Before You Ship
Customs duties add 0-25% to your landed cost and most sellers discover this after their customer gets a surprise bill. Here is how to calculate duties before you ship.
Shipping Label Formats: 4x6, 8.5x11, and Thermal Printing
Shipping labels come in different formats and what you choose affects your printing cost, speed, and workflow. Here is everything about label sizes, printers, and formats.
HS Code Finder: Get Your Customs Codes Right
Wrong HS codes cause delays, fines, and seized packages. Here is how to find the correct harmonized system code for any product, with real examples of what goes wrong when you guess.
Shipping Zone Lookup: How Distance Affects Your Rates
Shipping zones control what you pay, but most sellers never look at a zone chart. Here is how zones work across USPS, UPS, and FedEx, with real rate comparisons by zone.
How to Ship Artwork and Framed Prints
From canvas paintings to glass-framed photographs, learn how to package and ship artwork that arrives in gallery condition.