After de minimis: bulk import to a 3PL or ship parcels direct from Asia
De minimis is suspended and repealed from July 2027. Compare direct parcels, DDP programs and bulk import to a US 3PL, with fees, a worksheet and scenarios.
Insights
Practical insights on sourcing, freight forwarding and quality control for importers buying from Vietnam, Taiwan, China and Malaysia.
Pre-shipment inspection and AQL explained: when to inspect, what it costs, what to check
When to book a pre-shipment inspection, how AQL sample sizes work under Z1.4 and ISO 2859-1, published man-day prices, and what to do when a lot fails.
China plus one sourcing in 2026: Vietnam, Malaysia or Taiwan, and how to prove origin
Compare Vietnam, Malaysia and Taiwan for China plus one sourcing: 2026 Section 301 rates, wages, supplier depth, and the origin file CBP expects.
FCL vs LCL vs air freight from Asia: how to choose in 2026
FCL vs LCL vs air from Vietnam, Taiwan, China and Malaysia: break-even CBM, chargeable weight, dated October 2026 rates, transit times and a checklist.