Are bills of lading public information?

As an importer or exporter of merchandise, companies involved in international commerce are required to transmit business sensitive information to the United States Government. That’s right, all of the information that you find on an ocean Bill of Lading is available to the public!

Where does ImportGenius get its data?

Where does ImportGenius data come from? The data we provide is sourced from the United States Customs and Border Protection and similar agencies from other countries.

How much does Panjiva cost?

Research tools which lean on public U.S. customs records can be extremely valuable for finding and verifying Suppliers. Before Spring 2019, the only ways to access this information was through ImportGenius or Panjiva, which are about $200 to 300/month or PortExaminer/ImportYeti, which you can use for free.

How do I find the importer of my record?

There are quite a few ways to find your importer number….Where Can You Find Your Importer Number?

1. Your Company’s Tax ID Number / EIN.
2. Social Security Number (Sole Proprietorships)
3. W-2’s issued by Your Company.
4. Commercial Invoices.
5. Secretary of State Website.
6. Entry Summary (CBP 7501)

Are shipping manifest public?

CBP’s vessel manifest data, which is compiled daily, is available to the public for purchase and supplied on CD-ROMs. These CD-ROMs are available for specific days or on a subscription basis.

How do I import a database?

How to import a MySQL database

1. Log in to cPanel.
2. In the DATABASES section of the cPanel home screen, click phpMyAdmin:
3. In the left pane of the phpMyAdmin page, click the database that you want to import the data into.
4. Click the Import tab.
5. Under File to Import, click Browse, and then select the dbexport.
6. Click Go.

How do I find a company’s suppliers?

Major suppliers of a company may be mentioned in press releases or in journal articles. If the company is public, and has a few very large suppliers, they may be mentioned in the company annual 10Ks.

How much does Import Genius cost?

Import Genius charges users monthly fees ranging from $99 to $399, depending on the volume of daily data searches and other criteria. ImportGenius.com provides an example of an import shipment record (Singapore to the United States) consumer electronics company Sony Electronics Inc.

Where can I find information about import and export taxes?

Another resource is the Department of Commerce’s Trade Information Center which you can call 1-800-USA Trade or visit their website Export.gov. Although certain resident importers and exporters may file entries on their own behalf, many first time importers and exporters consult a licensed customs broker.

What should I ask the importer when calling the port?

When calling the port, the importer should be able to provide as much detail regarding the transaction as possible. In order for the import specialist to best assist you, it is important you be able to exactly describe the merchandise you are planning to import.

How do you compile data on US imports of merchandise?

Published data on U.S. imports of merchandise is compiled primarily from automated data submitted through the U.S. Customs’ Automated Commercial System. Data are also compiled from import entry summary forms, warehouse withdrawal forms and Foreign Trade Zone documents as required by law to be filed with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

What kind of information can I find on CBP Import requirements?

This will lead you to information on CBP import requirements, arrival of goods, formal entry vs. informal entry, classification, protest, mail shipments, restricted merchandise and more.