Monthly Archives: September 2026

A Comprehensive Guide to New Foreign Trade Regulations in October 2026: Microbial Testing of Recycled Pulp by Customs, EU Steel Smelting and Casting Country Declarations, the Final Implementation Period for CBAM, U.S. Polysilicon Tariffs, Indonesian Halal Certification, Vietnamese LED CR Certification, and More—Including Third-Party Inspection and Compliance Recommendations.

Why does the defect rate skyrocket during peak season rushes? This article breaks down the eight most common pitfalls in pre-shipment inspections (PSI), complete with a cost comparison chart between conducting and skipping inspections, AQL sampling standards, real-world inspection scenarios, and seven common questions—helping you prevent losses before your goods are loaded into containers.

Black Friday (November 27) and Cyber Monday (November 30) warehouse intake deadlines are fast approaching: AWD deadline is October 14, minimum split deadline is October 21, and optimized split deadline is October 28. Attached is a 10-item pre-shipment inspection checklist.

GPSR has been fully implemented, and EU enforcement will be strengthened in 2026. This article provides a detailed explanation of EU requirements regarding responsible economic operators, labeling, technical documentation, and more, as well as how third-party inspections can help you clear customs smoothly.