In international logistics, you may often hear the terms  FTZ (Free Trade Zone)  and  Non-FTZ . Understanding their differences helps you plan your supply chain better — especially when it comes to import/export costs, storage, and customs clearance. What is FTZ? A  Free Trade Zone  is a designated area where goods can be stored, processed, or re-exported without immediate customs duties. Companies use FTZs to delay or reduce taxes, and to manage cargo more flexibly. Key benefits: No import...

In this chapter, we would like to go through the key customs paper that we need to know for international trade.   In Malaysia,...

In international trade, two of the most important documents for smooth customs clearance are the  Commercial Invoice (CI)  and the ...