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Practical, factory-level guides on sourcing lab grown diamonds, moissanite and gemstone jewelry: how grades really work, what certification means for customs and resale, how MOQ and tiered pricing behave, and how to compare landed cost between suppliers.
Logistics · 8 min read · Nov 9, 2026
A distributor in Santiago accepted a credit note and lost the season because a credit does not restock a shelf. The order was not lost on price. It wa
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Logistics · 12 min read · Sep 30, 2026
The packing list is not a formality. It is the document customs reads to clear your shipment. Here is what it should contain.
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Logistics · 12 min read · Sep 21, 2026
T/T is simple and cheap. L/C is secure but bureaucratic. Here is which payment term to use, by order size and relationship.
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Logistics · 12 min read · Sep 15, 2026
Duty is not the only import cost. VAT adds 20% on top. Here is how EU and UK import VAT works and how to plan for it.
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Logistics · 12 min read · Aug 26, 2026
Incoterms decide who pays what and who takes the risk when a shipment goes wrong. For high-value jewelry, the wrong term on the PO can cost more than the goods them…
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Logistics · 12 min read · Aug 25, 2026
FBA is fast but expensive and brand-blind. A dedicated 3PL is more flexible and cheaper at volume. Here is which to use when.
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Logistics · 12 min read · Aug 25, 2026
Standard cargo insurance is not built for jewelry. Here is the specialist cover importers need, what it costs, and how to make sure a claim actually pays out.
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Logistics · 12 min read · Aug 24, 2026
Returns are not losses. They are the second customer touchpoint. Handle them well and the customer comes back. Handle them badly and they never do.
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Logistics · 12 min read · Aug 24, 2026
Trade shows are where sourcing relationships start. They are also where you waste a week if you go unprepared. Here is how to run it.
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