WTO | 2025 News items - Goods barometer rises as imports surge in first quarter ahead of expected tariff hikes

The barometer is a leading indicator for the trajectory of global trade The current barometer suggests that volumes are above trend

Amazon expands faster Prime delivery speeds to more of rural America

Amazon is expanding same day and next day delivery. 

Philadelphia CBP officers catch Global Entry member with $183k in undeclared merchandise from Paris | U.S. Customs and Border Protection

19USC1321 allows an individual to enter with for up to $200 of duty exempt goods for personal use-not $200,000.  If you are traveling abroad this summer read this article. 

Rodney Scott Confirmed as New CBP Commissioner

Commissioner Scott started his career as a Border Patrol Agent

Fred Smith, Who Transformed Parcel Delivery by Founding FedEx, Dies at 80

FedEx is a major player in e-commerce. EMTC extends our condolences to the Smith family and FedEx employees

CROSS Search Results H309982: “First sale” appraisement 

Complete details of relevant transactions are required. 

CROSS Search Results  H310747: First sale appraisement; wine from Spain

Note the detailed documentation trail 

CROSS Search Results H303114: First Sale Appraisement; Tools; Camp Axe

Interesting ruling if you are considering first sale but INCOTERMS do not address passage of title according to the ICC  preface to their publication.  

Customs Ruling HQ H317599 - Application for Further Review of Protest Number 4601-20-120362; alleged entry by broker without authority

The consignee or owner is the importer and liable for duty  even if the  shipment is DDP.  The broker lacked a POA 

Michigan police say Ford worker made millions stealing parts from plant to sell on eBay in years-long scheme

Charges: grand theft, racketeering and running a criminal organization; violation of eBay policy