2025 marked a turning point for global ecommerce. Tariffs accelerated, de minimis ended, compliance became unavoidable, and AI shifted from experimentation to execution. Despite the volatility, brands shipping with FlavorCloud grew faster year over year: Sales volume increased ...

Summary The United Kingdom has announced plans to remove its £135 de minimis customs duty exemption, following similar moves by the United States and the European Union. While the UK de minimis threshold will remain in place through at least December 31, 2026, full removal is ...

Cross border BFCM 2025 unfolded within one of the most unpredictable trade environments in years. Many brands expected turbulence due to tariff adjustments, regulatory reform, the removal of de minimis thresholds in key markets, and rising scrutiny on cross border shipping. ...

Online sellers face the complex challenge of meeting customer expectations for rapid delivery times, even across international borders. For decision-makers at 3PLs and merchants, the stakes are high—slow shipping can erode customer satisfaction and impede repeat business. ...

Checkout November 2025’s edition of the Cross Border Chronicle:

The holidays are right around the corner, signaling the start of the 2025 Peak Season. While this time of year brings global celebrations and record-breaking ecommerce demand, it also introduces a more complex shipping environment than merchants have seen in years. Carrier ...

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Tariffs aren’t going anywhere. With rising landed costs and growing scrutiny on cross-border shipments, many brands are left wondering how to stay competitive internationally without sacrificing margin. In April, after the U.S. imposed tariffs of up to 145% on Made in China ...