Logistics News & Industry Insights

8/28/2026

What Is CBM in Shipping? Complete Guide to CBM Calculation, Formulas, and Container Capacity

NỘI DUNG CHÍNH − CBM stands for Cubic Meter (m³), the international metric unit used in logistics to measure the physical volume of cargo. In freight forwarding, CBM is calculated by multiplying Length × Width × Height (in meters). Carriers across ocean, air, and road freight compare total CBM against gross weight to establish Volumetric...

8/28/2026

What Is ePacket Shipping? The Complete Guide to ePacket Delivery, Tracking, and Cross-Border E-Commerce

NỘI DUNG CHÍNH − ePacket is a specialized, cost-effective international shipping solution created through a partnership between the United States Postal Service (USPS) and international postal carriers (originally China Post and Hongkong Post, now expanded globally including Vietnam). Specifically designed for cross-border e-commerce and dropshipping, ePacket allows merchants to ship lightweight parcels (up to 2...

8/27/2026

FCL vs. LCL Shipping: The Complete Guide to Choosing the Right Ocean Freight Strategy

NỘI DUNG CHÍNH − In ocean freight logistics, FCL (Full Container Load) refers to an exclusive shipment where one importer/exporter books an entire shipping container for their cargo, whereas LCL (Less than Container Load) is a consolidated shipment where multiple shippers share space within a single container, paying only for the specific volume (CBM) or...

8/27/2026

How to Ship Vietnamese Handicrafts to the USA: The Complete Export, Customs, and Packaging Guide

NỘI DUNG CHÍNH − To ship Vietnamese handicrafts to the United States, exporters must complete standard Vietnam export customs declarations (VNACCS/VCIS), secure a Certificate of Origin (C/O), obtain an ISPM 15 Fumigation Certificate for raw timber/packing wood, and acquire a Phytosanitary Certificate for plant materials (bamboo, rattan). When entering the US, goods must comply with...

8/27/2026

Incoterms 2020 Explained: The Complete Guide to the 11 ICC Rules, Key Changes, and Global Shipping Compliance

NỘI DUNG CHÍNH − Incoterms 2020 (International Commercial Terms) are the universally recognized set of 11 standardized trade rules published by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). Effective since January 1, 2020, they define the precise division of obligations, costs, risks, insurance, and customs clearance responsibilities between buyers and sellers in international contracts of sale,...

8/27/2026

What Is Electronic Customs Declaration? The Complete Guide to Vietnam’s e-Customs and VNACCS/VCIS System

NỘI DUNG CHÍNH − An Electronic Customs Declaration (e-Customs / e-Declaration) is the legally mandated digital process of declaring import and export cargo information to customs authorities via specialized internet-connected software. In Vietnam, this process is automated through the VNACCS/VCIS system, allowing businesses to submit declarations 24/7, receive instant automated risk classification (Green, Yellow, or...

8/27/2026

What Is an MSDS? The Complete Guide to Material Safety Data Sheets in Global Logistics and Chemical Compliance

NỘI DUNG CHÍNH − A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) – now globally standardized as a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) under the UN Globally Harmonized System (GHS) – is a legally mandated technical document detailing the chemical properties, physical hazards, health risks, handling instructions, emergency response protocols, and transport classifications for chemical substances and mixtures....

8/27/2026

What Is the US FDA? The Definitive Guide to FDA Certification, Registration, and US Import Compliance

NỘI DUNG CHÍNH − Key Takeaway / Quick Definition:The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a federal regulatory agency under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). It is responsible for protecting public health by regulating the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, food...