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At Mouse & Bear Solutions, we thrive on keeping up with the latest in the import and export market, and we want the same for our clients.
Browse our blog for expert tips, the latest industry updates and insights into international trade and logistics. From import tax changes and country-specific updates in regulations to their impact on your global deployment efforts, we provide the knowledge you need to navigate compliance with confidence.
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07 February 2025
New US Government Tariff on Chinese Imports
The US has introduced a new tariff on Chinese imports. Learn how this affects IOR services and what steps to take.
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18 December 2024
5 Reasons why Importing Refurbished Goods can be Difficult
Successfully importing refurbished goods within the technology sector can be challenging. Find out why.
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06 November 2024
2025 Import Tax Updates
In 2025, a number of countries are making changes to import taxes and duties. Find out how this could affect the cost of importing...
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23 September 2024
Important Update on U.S. Government Requirements when using Airfreight to Move Goods
Learn about the new U.S. Government requirements when using airfreight to move goods to or through the United States.
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10 September 2024
Why Obtaining Customs Receipts from your Importer of Record is Crucial
Find out why obtaining customs receipts from your Importer of record provider is crucial for compliance, accurate record-keeping a...
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15 August 2024
The Benefits of using a Third-Party Exporter of Record in Export and The Reverse Logistics Process
What is an Exporter of Record?
An Exporter of Record is the legal exporting entity responsible for ensuring full compliance ...
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02 July 2024
5 Tips to Choose the Right Importer of Record Provider
In today’s global market, ensuring the secure and compliant import of IT and technology products is more critical than ever...
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12 June 2024
Paying VAT (Value Added Tax) on e-services for Non-Resident Providers
We explore VAT on e-services, how it works in relation to our IOR services, how it's paid, and the countries in which it’s applied.
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22 May 2024
Mouse & Bear Solutions Achieves ISO 9001:2015 Certification
Mouse & Bear Solutions, a leader in Importer and Exporter of Record services, has achieved the prestigious ISO 9001:2015 certifica...
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07 February 2024
Important 2024 Tax Updates
A number of countries changed their taxation percentages as of 1st January 2024. Find out how this could affect the cost of import...
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22 February 2023
What is an Importer of Record?
We help you to understand the differences between three very important roles involved in an import transaction: the exporter, the ...
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05 January 2023
Top 5 Countries with Simple Import Requirements
We focus on five countries which are, in our experience, the simplest to import into, with minimal processes and requirements.
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20 October 2022
A Guide to HS Codes
Explaining the distinction between HS Codes and ECCN classifications, and why the right HS Codes is so essential to a smooth impor...
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08 August 2022
IOR Services - Top 6 Reasons Why Companies Need Them
Should your company be its own Importer of Record, or engage external help from import specialists? Six top reasons to choose an e...
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25 March 2021
A Guide to Importing Goods into Australia
With many years’ experience in this part of the world, allow us to introduce you to some important facts you should know about imp...
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