11 Common Problems Shippers Face at Destination

To those unfamiliar with the ocean freight industry, it can appear complex. It involves many different entities and each entity is comprised of its own set of rules and regulations to abide by. Understanding them is one part of the job done. Anticipating potential problems is something else. With that said, here are 11 common problems shippers face at the shipping destination.
1. Customs examsRandom customs checks aren’t uncommon in the shipping world. Only 2% to 10% of all shipments are actually inspected. That’s a relatively small fraction. But if you handle imports and exports on a regular basis, customs will eventually tag your cargo for inspection. Be it at Dutch customs, US customs or anywhere else, you’ll want to know what to expect if your cargo gets chosen for a random inspection.