Importing from China and other Asian Countries
The Ultimate Guide to Importing from China and other Asian Countries
Product Research
Safety Standards & Labelling
Importer & Customs Responsibilities
Customs Duties
OEM & ODM Manufacture
Types of Suppliers
Sourcing Channels
Attending Trade Shows
Supplier Marketplace
Supplier Process Steps
Negotiating Strategy
Ordering
Quality Control
Payment Methods
Relationship Building
Freight Process Steps
Freight Forwarders
Request for Freight Quote
Mode Selection
Cargo Insurance
Shipment Basics
Shipment Process
CUSTOMS PROCESS
Packaging
Overview of Fulfillment Options
Direct Fulfillment
Third Party Fulfillment
Drop Shipping
Cross-Docking and Crowdfunding
Amazon FBA
Amazon Europe
Shipments
A Quick Guide to Incoterms
Commercial Invoice Template
Commercial Invoice and Packing List: What You Need to Know
How Do I Estimate How Many Cartons Will Fit on a Pallet?
Should I use Freight or Parcel to ship?
Is Prime Freight going to handle communication with my supplier?
8 Common types of bills of lading
Can I use my Own Cargo Insurance?
Five Factors to Consider Looking For a Fulfillment Center
How long will it take to pick up a container from the port?
What's the purpose of a Bill of Lading?
Transportation tips During peak season
Packaging and Damage Prevention Tips
The Principles of Quality Control (QC)
How to load a container
How much cargo fits in a container?
Do I need to put my cargo on pallets?
What kind of markings should my cartons have?
What are the ocean alliances
How do I get ready for the Chinese New Year (CNY)?
What's the Chargeable Weight?
Why do Freight Costs Vary by Trade Lane?
Who do I say to My Supplier is the Consignee on the Bill of Lading ?
Trucking Charges for FCL Shipping
How is Prime Freight Incorporating GRI and PSS?
Should I be shipped by air or by LCL?
Types of Air Service
Should I ship by LCL or FCL?
Amazon FBA
Can I change the quantities I have already generated on an Amazon shipping plan?
Could I have several FBA locations in one shipment?
If I don't want all my goods shipped to Amazon, does Prime Freight offer storage?
How can I send my shipment to one fulfillment center?
How do I calculate Amazon LTL warehouse charges for Amazon FBA?
How do I calculate an Amazon FBA warehouse's UPS charges?
How will my supply chain impact Amazon Prime Day?
How do I pay Amazon for the final delivery?
Why does Prime Freight need access to my Amazon Seller Central Account ?
What is the difference between items packed individually and in case?
What is the timeline of an Amazon Shipment from the Port of Destination?
What are Amazon Shipments ' Labeling Requirements?
What are the criteria for palletization of Amazon?
Quotes and Billing
What are the costs not included in my Quotes?
What do you mean by Freight $/Unit and $/Unit?
What's included in the pickup & delivery fee?
What if the real cargo figures are different from what I entered in the quote request?
Why Is My Invoice Higher than My Quote?
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- What's the purpose of a Bill of Lading?
What's the purpose of a Bill of Lading?
A bill of lading, often abbreviated as B / L, is a ticket that describes your cargo’s journey from its source to its destination. Like an airline issuing a passenger ticket, a B / L is issued by a carrier to a shipper detailing a shipment’s method and route, be it by any combination of air, sea, road or rail. It functions as a contract for the movement of goods, often outlined on the back of the bill by the fine print–the terms of the contract.
