Pack, Label Goods for Delivery

Packaging Tips for Export• Use strong, reinforced boxes or crates to pack the goods. Seal and fill

with lightweight, moisture-resistant material. Distribute the weight evenly to brace the container.

• To deter theft, use strapping, seals, or shrink wrapping where possible.

• Don't list the contents or show brand names on the outside of the packages.

• For sea shipments, containerize your cargo whenever possible. Containers vary in size, material, and construction and are best suited for standard package sizes and shapes. Refrigerated and liquid bulk containers are readily available. If you can’t fill an entire container, a freight forwarder can arrange to combine your cargo with others.

• For air shipments, you can use lighter weight packing, but you must still take precautions. Standard domestic packing should suffice, especially if the product is durable. Otherwise, high-test cardboard or tri-wall construction boxes are more than adequate (at least 250 pounds per square inch).

Step Details

1.

Determine if you can ship your commodity

Allowed Shipments and RestrictionsMany countries have restrictions regarding what commodities may be shipped into and from their country as well as what services may be used to ship those commodities. FedEx provides detailed information on these restrictions in the Country Profiles.

2.

Complete all necessary forms

International Air Waybill (IAWB)The International Air Waybill is the primary shipping document for most international shipments. You can fill out the IAWB online using FedEx Ship Manager at fedex.com®.

Other International FormsOther documents you may need vary by shipment, and may include the Commercial Invoice and Shipper's Export Declaration. FedEx can help you find international documents.

3.

Provide information that is consistent, complete and legible

Customs officers will check your shipment paperwork and contents at both the domestic export center and the international import center.

Tips to avoid customs clearance delays •Correctly complete all necessary documents, keeping your answers specific, accurate, and free of spelling errors •Keep your information consistent across all documents •List each commodity separately; providing a detailed and accurate description of each commodity, including what it's made of and how it will be used. •Legibly print the commodity's country of origin/manufacture, indicating where your commodity was manufactured, grown or produced. •Provide phone number or fax information for the sender and consignee.

4.

Provide an accurate Declared Value

At the import location, foreign customs officers will assess your duties and taxes. The declared value, along with the description of the goods, will be used to determine duties and taxes. Please note that the declared value cannot exceed the value of carriage. FedEx can help you to estimate duties and taxes upfront.

http://www.fedex.com/us/international/irc/shipping_checklist.html?link=2

Labeling Requirements

• Export packages need to be properly marked and labeled – to meet shipping regulations, – ensure proper handling, – conceal the identity of the contents, and – help receivers identify shipments.

• Shipper's mark • Country of origin (USA) • Weight marking (in pounds and in kilograms) • Number of packages and size of cases (in

inches and centimeters) • Handling marks (international pictorial symbols) • Cautionary markings, such as "This Side Up." • Port of entry • Labels for hazardous materials (universal

symbols of the international Maritime Organization)

Marks Required by Buyers

What goes on an export carton or container?

1. "Made In U.S.A." This mark is required by custom officials in most foreign countries before the goods can be imported.

2. Your customer's name and address. In some cases this may be in the form of a shipping "code because our customer prefers to remain anonymous to discourage pilferage.

3. The port of exit and port of destination.

4. The package or case number. If more than one package makes up your shipment each one will be numbered in consecutive order

5. Carton dimensions. In some cases, dimensions must be provided in both English and the metric system.

6. Your shipment's gross weight expressed in pounds and/or kilograms.

7. Cautionary marking such as "This Side Up" or "Handle With Care" in both English and foreign languages and/or the international symbol. (Source: How To Build An Export Business," 2nd Edition, Nelson T. Joyner, The Federation of International Trade Associations)

Goods being shipped to the Philippines may require pre-shipment inspection from firms like: SGS Government Programs, 42 Broadway 20th Floor, New York, New York 10004

Sources for Labeling Requirements

• Fed Ex web site– Click on International Resouce Center– Click on Country Profiles

http://www.fedex.com/us/international/irc/profiles/irc_gr_profile.html?gtmcc=us#C08