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International shipping raises many questions, especially due to its complex nature and, in many cases, the terminology used. It is essential to understand the terminology and associated documentation, and these forty questions help clarify these aspects.

Documentation and certificates

01. What is CRM?

These are the acronyms that refer to the Convention on the International Transport of Goods by Road. An agreement that must be known to control the matter, since it regulates the processing of orders and responsibilities for delays, loss or damage to the merchandise, among other issues. An agreement that also establishes possible claims and, therefore, of essential knowledge on the part of the carriers.

FCL versus LCL

01. When Should I Send FCL (Full Container) or LCL (Groupage)?

At the time of transport and taking into account the quantity of goods to be transported internationally, this transport will be done in a container or through a groupage - a shared container -. When you have a cubicle of more than 15m³ an FCL is sent and when the quantity is smaller it is advisable to send an LCL.

Goods and methods of transport

01. What is the most appropriate mode of transport for my product?

Depending on the type of product, its weight, the volume of load, the value of the product, the origin of the goods and the destination, among others, one means of transport or another will be better. Speed and timing are other aspects that will determine whether transport is by land, sea or air. A framework in which it is already known that air transport is not suitable for large loads, as the maritime one is not for urgent loads.

Customs and customs agents

01. What Role Does a Customs Agent Play?

It is the authorized representative responsible for facilitating the import and export of products or goods, ensuring that the transaction is subject to regulations and customs inspection and restrictions.

Duties and taxes

01. What Is the Tariff I Have to Pay for My Merchandise?

Although these tariffs depend on several factors, in general the price of the product must be added to the price of tariffs stipulated by the EU, VAT on imports, fees and customs expenses to which another 21% must be taxed. Tariffs are calculated on the basis of the price of imported goods.

Terminology

01. What Is Tracking?

This anglicism refers to the monitoring of a freight transport. It is a number linked to a tracking that is intended to know all the data of the state of transport of that merchandise. A fact that can be consulted precisely for that purpose.

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