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26th August 2025Customs

How to avoid the $80 minimum duty to US

Need a US shipping solution with a 5 star google review? Why are international Postal Services suspending US deliveries? How to keep shipping without disruption or paying the $80 minimum duty. Get shipping in 2 minutes at great rates.

Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

14th August 2025Customs

How to navigate changes to the U.S. de minimis rule.

As the date for the end of the U.S. de minimis exemption looms, we talk you through how to prepare for the changes to duties and tariffs.

Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

13th August 2025Returns

Easy product returns from the US with Shopify and SAMOS.

Organising your e-commerce returns from the US just got easier. Find out how SAMOS and Shopify can help you simplify the process.

Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

7th August 2025Customs

The end of the U.S. de minimis $800 exemption - A simple guide on what e-commerce businesses need to know.

New executive order ends duty-free imports under $800 from all countries – here's how it affects your business.

Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

Certificate of origin approval graphic for e-commerce and international shipping compliance, featuring a bold “Origin” label and verification checkmark on a brown background.

15th May 2025Customs

FAQ's about Country of Origin

With the U.S. imposing heavy tariffs on goods originating in certain places like China and Hong Kong, what you put down in the ‘country of origin’ section of your customs declaration is more important than ever. In this blog we break down what is meant by country of origin and how it affects your parcel shipping.

Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

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9th April 2025Customs

What customs want to see from an e-commerce business

If you’re wondering what it takes to ensure your parcels sail through customs, we’ve put together some handy tips to help along the way.

Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

Illustration of Australia with text overlay about e-commerce shipping and return policies to Australia, aimed at online retailers looking to streamline international delivery.

4th March 2025Returns

Australia - shipping and returning parcels

Find out why Australia makes an ideal e-commerce trading destination and how to manage everything from shipping to returns.

Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

Illustration of tax versus tariff comparison on a balance scale, highlighting a USA tariff update relevant to international shipping and e-commerce compliance.

27th February 2025Tariff codes

USA tariff & duty updates

In this article we look at how to navigate the new US tariff and duty changes – what UK e-commerce businesses need to know.

Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

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11th February 2025Shipping logistics

E-commerce: What can I and can’t I send by air?

Batteries. Nail polish. Aerosols. Perfumes..? If you are in a muddle over whether you can or can't transport an item by air cargo, this blog is for you. Join us as we delve into the world of restricted air freight items and discuss what is and isn’t okay to be shipped by air.

Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

How to return e-comm goods from the EU, Australia, USA and more.

4th February 2025Returns

How to return e-com packages like a pro!

Having an easy to use returns process for your customers is vital for the growth of your e-commerce business. Here we show you how returns novice Lizzie increased sales and turned her business around with the help of SAMOS.

Simon Perkins

Commercial Director at SAMOS

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