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As ecommerce continues to expand across borders, merchants are reaching new markets with an average of 76% year-over-year growth in 2024. With that growth comes increased complexity, especially when it comes to tax compliance.

In the latest turn of the tariff tide, the U.S. and China have reached a temporary trade agreement, dialling tariffs on made in China goods down to 10% (in addition to existing 20% IEEPA tariffs for a cumulative 30%) across many categories. It’s a reprieve but not a resolution. ...

With shifting regulations and new tariffs in place, understanding the nuances of customs compliance is critical for merchants engaged in international shipping. Mistakes in tariff compliance can lead to unexpected costs, shipment delays, and even legal penalties. Here are five ...

The Tariff Challenge for Ecommerce Merchants & 3PLs Since February 2025, the United States has implemented a series of tariffs on imports from China, Canada, Mexico, and other global trading partners. This has sparked retaliatory measures, creating an unpredictable trade ...

On 02/03/2025 at 07:25 PM EST, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) provided guidance that confirms that shipments containing products with a China (including Hong Kong) Country of Origin will be subject to new tariffs and compliance measures. It is important to note that if ...

The US CBP (Customs and Border Protection) has announced a proposal on January 14th for sweeping changes to US imports.

On December 19, 2024, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, issued a Decree which impacted import tariffs immediately. This Decree was issued by President Pardo – who assumed office on October 1, 2024 -and contained two significant regulatory modifications:

Navigating the maze of Value Added Tax (VAT) and tax compliance is a daunting task for cross-border shippers. For 3PLs and direct-to-consumer (DTC) merchants, understanding the intricacies of international taxes is crucial for maintaining profitability and ensuring customer ...

In the vast expanse of global e-commerce, navigating the intricacies of cross-border transactions can be a daunting task for 3PLs and merchants. Enter FlavorCloud’s Customs Network, a revolutionary solution that simplifies the complex web of customs and global trade compliance ...

Welcome to FlavorCloud’s Global Trade Compliance update to keep you up to date on what’s going on in the world of Global Trade Compliance. This weekly update seeks to best serve FlavorCloud customers and partners as we facilitate and automate frictionless international trade and ...