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The Bill of Lading (BL) is the most important document in maritime imports. The success of the commercial operation largely depends on its correct completion. The complexity of the documentation required for international maritime trade operations makes it advisable to delegate these procedures to a management company, especially for importers with little experience.The maritime transport […]

Air transport in international trade is the fastest and safest method, but importing goods by air is not always the best option. Its advantages (immediacy, security, simpler logistics and procedures) are counteracted by higher costs and lower cargo capacity, so it is necessary to weigh all factors before making a decision. Advantages of Importing Goods […]

The phytosanitary certificate for the importation of plant products is a necessary document to certify that goods originating from third countries are free from pests. The introduction of plants and plant products into the Member States of the European Union is regulated by Directive 2000/29/EC, which is reflected in the Royal Decree 58/2005 through a […]

Less Than Container Load), meaning the goods will share the container with products from other suppliers. It is the preferred system for importers of small volumes who opt for group purchases. Group purchasing or consolidation has many advantages, especially for SMEs, compared to FCL (full container load) shipping. However, LCL shipping for imports requires precise […]

The EORI number (short for Economic Operator Registration and Identification Number) is a code familiar to experienced importers and exporters, as it is essential for international trade operations with third countries. If your company is starting in importing goods, you should know what it is, what it is used for, and how to obtain the […]

The CE marking of medical products has been essential for importing and marketing this type of merchandise since 1998, the year the EU Directive 93/42/EEC came into force. In Spanish legislation, the directive regulating the CE marking of medical products is included in Royal Decree 414/1996, which defines what is understood by medical product and […]

The door-to-door import service covers, as its name indicates, all stages of management, from picking up the cargo at the supplier’s warehouse and transporting it to the port of origin to delivering the goods to the importer’s facilities. The company managing the door-to-door import service also handles customs clearance at both origin and destination, including […]

International trade in cosmetics and perfumes presents a great business opportunity for industries related to personal hygiene. The main distribution channel is composed of large retailers, with a market share exceeding 50%, primarily through private labels. Selective brands, pharmacies, hair salons, and beauty centers account for the remaining percentage. To import cosmetics, it is essential […]

Tariffs or customs duties are taxes applied to the importation of goods, imposed by the customs authorities of each country. The legislation applicable to international trade uses a tariff classification that affects all goods. This classification may be based on the Harmonized System or on the Combined Nomenclature, known as the TARIC code.The application of […]

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