Authors
Indie Hacker
Wesley is an indie hacker and the creator of several AI-powered tools, including ThePlayIQ.com for football analytics, InterviewAI.me for interview preparation, and Tariff Calculator. His latest project simplifies trade for e-commerce businesses by calculating international shipping duties.
Confused by customs bonds? If your imports exceed $2,500, you need one. Learn the difference between Single Entry and Continuous Bonds to save money and speed up clearance.
WesleyJanuary 24
Import duty is just the beginning. Learn about the 'Hidden Fees' of US Customs—Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) and Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF)—and how to calculate your true landed cost.
WesleyJanuary 20
Struggling to find the right HTS code? A wrong guess can trigger audits or overpayment. Discover the secrets of the CROSS database and 'Essential Character' to legally lower your tariff rate.
WesleyJanuary 15
With De Minimis gone, the choice between DDP and DDU is no longer just about logistics—it's about customer retention. Learn which Incoterm protects your conversion rate and why 'Duties Unpaid' is a business killer in 2026.
WesleyJanuary 12
Manual tariff lookups are killing your efficiency. Discover how to automate duty calculation and collection directly in your Shopify checkout flow to prevent margin erosion and speed up fulfillment.
WesleyJanuary 5
In 2026, the 'De Minimis' era is officially over, and the CBP has launched a new wave of audits targeting small e-commerce importers. Learn why you are a target and how to survive an audit.
WesleyDecember 23
With the recent US-China tariff truce and duty reductions, the 'China Plus One' strategy needs a rethink. We analyze the data to see if pivoting back to China makes financial sense for 2026.
WesleyNovember 25
TechGear saved 30% on landed costs by upgrading their product to meet specific 2025 tariff exclusions. Learn how they avoided the 'classification trap' and found real savings.
WesleyNovember 22
A sudden shift in US-China trade policy brings tariff reductions. This article breaks down the new agreement, explains the 10% duty decrease, and analyzes what it means for your import strategy and bottom line.
WesleyNovember 10
With the De Minimis rule gone, every shipment to the US is subject to tariffs. Learn how to calculate US import duty with our 2025 step-by-step guide, avoid costly mistakes, and use our free calculator for instant, accurate results.
WesleyOctober 27
Stop guessing your landed cost. This guide dismantles old spreadsheet methods and reveals how to accurately calculate US import duties for total price certainty. Master your profitability in a volatile market.
WesleyOctober 20
With Section 321 de minimis under threat, learn how to calculate landed cost and navigate new US import taxes. This guide is for e-commerce small businesses needing to understand US customs fees for shipping to the US.
WesleyOctober 16
