Regulations

Freight shipping regulations are the customs, trade, safety, security, environmental and labor rules a shipment must meet to avoid delays, fines and penalties.

Customs clearance is the process of meeting a country's legal requirements so goods can enter it, using documents such as the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and certificate of origin. In the United States, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) regulates how hazardous materials are transported.

These guides cover international trade, dangerous goods, customs clearance and documentation, transportation security, environmental and labor rules, and certifications such as the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) and ISO standards. Shipping abroad? See Air freight by country or get a free freight quote.