Profiting in Transit: Understanding the “Sale on the High Seas” Import Model
Client Question: We import but wish to sell to our SA buyer while the goods…
Tracy VenterMay 26, 2025
The Pitfalls of EXW in International Trade
Client Question: I’ve been told to avoid using EXW: why is this a problem term?…
Tracy VenterApril 17, 2025
Who is Liable for Damaged Goods due to Incorrect Stowage?
Client Question: Buying FCA, the goods arrived damaged, due to incorrect stowage of the container;…
Tracy VenterMarch 20, 2025
Commercial Invoice Best Practices for International Trade
Client Question: Buyers ask me to raise two commercial invoices – one for the goods…
Tracy VenterFebruary 18, 2025
Selling DAP: What is your exposure?
Client Question: We’ve sold DAP to an inland place, but the buyer is insisting that…
Tracy VenterJanuary 24, 2025
We’re considering Merchanting – what should we look out for, what is the best model?
Client Question: We’re considering Merchanting – what should we look out for, what is the…
Tracy VenterNovember 18, 2024
We’re considering importing on a DDP basis – what should we look out for?
Client Question: We’re considering importing on a DDP basis – what should we look out…
Tracy VenterOctober 22, 2024
We buy CIF because the Seller’s insurance is cheaper. Is it that simple? What else should we consider?
Client Question: We buy CIF because the Seller's insurance is cheaper. Is it that simple?…
Tracy VenterSeptember 16, 2024
Must I put my HS (tariff) codes on a commercial invoice?
Client Question: Must I put my HS (tariff) codes on a commercial invoice? Answer: There…
Tracy VenterAugust 16, 2024
I am about to export copy paper from Durban to Kenya. How do I avoid a loss on the VAT?
Client Question: I am about to export copy paper from Durban to Kenya via a…
Tracy VenterJuly 18, 2024
