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Importing Hemp into the United States: A 2026 Guide to USDA, FDA, DEA, and CBP Compliance

By Andrew Findlay | August 17, 2026

Import/Export Guides Importing Cosmetics

Importing Cosmetics and Personal Care Products into the U.S.: A 2026 MoCRA and Customs Guide

By Andrew Findlay | August 10, 2026

ACE

A Complete Guide to ACE for U.S. Importers

By Andrew Findlay | August 3, 2026

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By Andrew Findlay | Jul 27, 2026

US Import Tariffs Explained: Section 301, Section 232, and What Replaced IEEPA

As of the verification date above, U.S. import tariffs are governed by three primary legal authorities. Section 301 applies tariffs based on countries and unfair…

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By Andrew Findlay | Jul 20, 2026

ISF 10+2: Complete Guide for Ocean Importers

Importer Security Filing (ISF 10+2) is a mandatory U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) security requirement for ocean cargo entering the United States. Before goods…

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By Andrew Findlay | Jul 13, 2026

How to Find Your HTS Code: The Complete Importer’s Guide (2026)

Whether you’re importing a single shipment or managing thousands of international orders every month, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is selecting the…

Import/Export Guides Imports

By Clearit | Jul 6, 2026

Postal vs Commercial Shipments After the De Minimis Suspension

The suspension of Section 321 de minimis treatment fundamentally changed how goods enter the United States. While many importers understand that the $800 duty-free threshold…

Custom Clearance Import/Export Guides

By Clearit | Jun 29, 2026

US Customs Entry Types Explained: Type 01, 11, 86 Guide

If you’re importing goods into the United States, one of the first decisions you’ll encounter is which customs entry type applies to your shipment. While…

E-Commerce Imports

By Clearit | Jun 22, 2026

Section 321 Suspension: Cost Impact for Shopify & DTC Brands

For years, many Shopify brands, dropshippers, and direct-to-consumer (DTC) businesses built their fulfillment strategy around one simple rule: if a shipment was worth less than…

Import/Export Guides

By Clearit | Jun 15, 2026

How to Clear a Shipment After De Minimis Was Suspended

For years, the U.S. de minimis exemption allowed many low-value shipments to enter the country with minimal customs formalities. This provision helped fuel the growth…

Importing Compostable Packaging

By Clearit | Jun 8, 2026

Importing Compostable Packaging into the U.S.: Customs, Compliance, and Documentation Guide

As businesses across the United States look for more sustainable alternatives to traditional packaging, demand for compostable packaging products continues to grow. Retailers, food service…

Importing Arcade Machines

By Clearit | Jun 1, 2026

Importing Arcade Machines into the U.S.: Customs, Duties, and Compliance Guide

Arcade machines may seem like a niche import category, but demand remains strong across entertainment centers, family fun parks, restaurants, bars, amusement venues, and even…

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