Security Best Practices & Awareness
Learn supply chain security best practices for Flexport partners, including CTPAT, AEO, and PIP program participation and how to keep cargo secure.
Guides and answers to help you ship smarter
Security Best Practices & Awareness
Learn supply chain security best practices for Flexport partners, including CTPAT, AEO, and PIP program participation and how to keep cargo secure.
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Compliance Security Screening - FAQs for Clients
Answers to client FAQs about Flexport's annual compliance security questionnaire required for CTPAT, AEO, and Regulated Agent programs.
Can I Use Wood Pallets and Packaging?
Learn the rules for shipping with wood pallets and packaging, including the required IPCC/ISPM 15 stamp and fumigation to meet US regulations.
Importing Coffee into the United States
Learn how to import coffee into the US, including CBP, FDA, and USDA requirements, ISF filing, HS classification, and applicable fees.
Sample Commercial Invoice
See an annotated sample commercial invoice showing every required element needed to clear your shipment through customs quickly.
When Will My Shipment Clear U.S Customs?
Find out when your shipment clears US Customs for ocean and air freight, and how customs exams can affect release timing.
What’s the Difference Between a Customs Release (CBP Form 3461) and a Customs Entry (CBP Form 7501)?
Understand the difference between CBP Form 3461 (Customs Release) and CBP Form 7501 (Customs Entry), and when each is filed during U.S. import clearance.
What Labeling Requirements Are There for Textiles?
Learn the FTC and Customs labeling requirements for importing textiles, apparel, footwear, and fur into the U.S., including fiber content and country of origin.