Stuck Shipment

Why Is My Shipment Stuck?

Stuck shipments occur when clearing customs becomes more challenging than it may have first appeared. Each country, like Zimbabwe, Zambia, South Africa, Tanzania, India, China, Mozambique, Namibia, all have nuanced import/export regulations that can change in an instant. Keeping entirely up to date and having a complete understanding of the requirements can at times be overwhelming. Let Proconnie take on the stuck shipment burden for you and speed up the customs clearance of your international shipments across 200+ destinations.

Some common culprits for customs holds are:

Incomplete information on necessary documentation or incorrect paperwork (one of the biggest causes of stuck shipments!)
Incorrect or missing paperwork and required documentation, such as import and export permits, and licenses
Damaged packaging or shipping labels
Forgotten Country of Origin on customs forms and elsewhere
Missing HS codes

Stuck Shipment in Customs

The High Cost of Stuck Shipments for International Shipping

Shipments stuck in the customs clearance process are a major inconvenience – in fact, they can have serious repercussions for your bottom line. Here are some of the major implications that come with a stuck shipment:

Missed deadlines and disrupted engineering teams.
Risk hefty fines for incorrectly declared values of goods.
Forced return of shipments to the shipper.
Possible loss of clients and reputational damage.
Exposure to sky-high storage costs (e.g. demurrage).

In the worst-case scenario, your shipment runs the risk of seizure, disposal, and destruction if it’s not declared correctly at the destination country or if there is missing documentation or outstanding taxes and unpaid tariffs.

When International Shipments Cannot Clear Customs

Every stuck shipment situation is unique, and the resolution process may vary depending on the country, type of goods, and specific customs regulations involved. For that reason, seeking professional assistance, when dealing with a stuck shipment, from leading experts like Proconnie can make the process smoother.

Proconnie has a wealth of knowledge in customs declarations and compliance requirements. Our team is well-versed in international trade compliance, from prohibited items and customs duties to permits and licensing. With our expertise, we handle all the necessary compliance documentation so you can sit back and watch your goods clear through customs like never before, and be safe in the knowledge that if you get a stuck shipment again Proconnie is here 24/7.

Remember that it takes patience, persistence, and compliance to successfully unstick a shipment. Enlisting the help of a specialist customs compliance provider can successfully get your goods over the line.

Get Your Shipment Back On Track

Proconnie is your go-to partner for solving your stuck shipment woes and enabling accurate customs compliance. With our Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) shipping solution, we can help you clear your goods no matter the customs requirements.

So, let’s get your stuck shipment moving – expand your international trade compliance today!

Let’s Get Your Shipment Moving