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Duties & taxes to be added to all U.S. imports, prior to shipment
Changes are coming for anyone shipping goods into the United States. From 29 August 2025, the long-standing exemption on low-value imports (under US$800) will be removed, and duty and tax fees will be collected along with freight fees upfront. That means every parcel, no matter the value, will be subject to duties and taxes when ...
Impact of US Tariffs on New Zealand Businesses
As of 6 April, the US government has added an additional 10% tariff on most goods coming from New Zealand, applied on top of any existing tariffs your importers or US offices were already paying. This is part of a wider change affecting almost every country in the world, and it applies whether you’re sending ...
AANZFTA Upgrade in effect now
On 21 April 2025, an important upgrade to the AANZFTA (ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement) came into effect. This upgrade brings the agreement up to speed with how trade works today – making it more efficient, modern, and better suited to the way goods move in our region. For importers and exporters in New Zealand ...
Two Major Drug Seizures at NZ Borders
Customs officers at Auckland International Airport have intercepted two significant drug smuggling attempts: A 23-year-old woman was caught smuggling 15.1kg of methamphetamine from Canada in vacuum-sealed packages, while a 29-year-old foreign national was sentenced to nearly six years in prison for attempting to bring 25.7kg of MDMA into New Zealand. These cases highlight the critical ...
Meet the Japan Speed Pack Team
Meet the Japan Speed Pack New Zealand team, Nathan, Yoshi and Masami! Today we’re celebrating our biggest shipment of the year, delivering from Christchurch to Japan. Well done Masami and Yoshi! 👏 Japan Speed Pack can help you send personal items, souvenirs, food items (including wine and honey), and commercial shipments. 私たちは ジャパン・スピードパック ニュージーランドチームの Masami、Yoshi、Nathan ...
Isuzu Vehicle Import and Transport
Every day in logistics feels like Christmas! 🎁 Watch as we unwrap this Isuzu vehicle, handling every step with precision to get it road-ready for our client. On time, every time. 🚛✨
Hazardous Substances Compliance Deadline 30 April, 2025
Important Changes to Hazardous Substances Labelling, SDS, and Packaging – Deadline Approaching 🚨 By 30 April 2025, importers, manufacturers, and suppliers of hazardous substances in New Zealand must fully comply with updated rules on labelling, safety data sheets (SDS), and packaging. These changes, introduced by the EPA in 2021, align with the 7th edition of ...
Managing Alcohol Excise Tax Just Got Easier
Customs has introduced a new Alcohol Excise Duty Estimator on their website. This innovative tool provides a convenient way for alcohol excise clients to calculate excise duty, alcohol levy, and GST for products made in New Zealand for the local market. Excise Duty Estimator on Customs Website
Sailing Cargo Ships Entering Freight Market
Grain de Sail is set to launch a 109-meter pure sailing vessel designed to transport up to 200 TEUs and 3,000 metric tons of cargo. The ship, equipped with three masts supporting 4,000 square meters of sails, is expected to achieve a remarkable decarbonization rate of over 90%. With a maximum air draft of 62.5 ...
Keeping Supply Chains Running Smoothly – Demurrage vs. Detention
Understanding Key Logistics Terms: Avoid Costly Delays and Keep Your Supply Chain Running Smoothly Shipping can be complex, but understanding a few key terms can make it much easier. At Method Global, we take care of the logistics, so you can focus on growing your business. Here are two important shipping terms that make this ...