Cross border e-commerce shipments are increasingly transitioning to ocean shipments. Using Section 321 type 86 entries, e-commerce merchants can clear e-commerce orders shipped via individual parcels via ocean freight.
Cross border e-commerce shipments are increasingly transitioning to ocean shipments. Using Section 321 type 86 entries, e-commerce merchants can clear e-commerce orders shipped via individual parcels via ocean freight.
Express (ECCF) versus Cargo (CFS) Clearance for e-commerce parcel USA Import
Despite all the headlines regarding tariffs and barriers, the USA remains the world's most open market when it comes to individual order/ cross border e-commerce. Jet Worldwide works with e-tetailers and retailers who "sell here but source from there." Cross border clearance processes for individual orders fall under a special provision of customs regulations (CFR Part 128). Express Consignment processes for e-commerce parcels are not readily known to most traditional customs brokers.
The choice of using express clearance (Express Consignment Carrier Facility/ ECCF) for cargo clearance (Container Freight Facility/ CFS) is the most question by our clients. Section 321 Type 86 has been overwhelmed and now subject to delays, inspections and other enforcement actions. Express clearance remains the best option for definitive clearance.
Cross border E-commerce merchants have to balance the need for lowest cost with secure timely delivery. Jet helps companies uncover the best practices.
Cross border e-commerce shipments are increasingly transitioning to ocean shipments. Using Section 321 type 86 entries, e-commerce merchants can clear e-commerce orders shipped via individual parcels via ocean freight.
Online sellers should set up various Section 321 processes for secure importing to the USA. Sellers should understand Section 321 Express, Cargo and Type 86 processes.
