Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce

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Dive into the world of international ecommerce with 'Decoding Cross-border Ecommerce,' a podcast aimed at demystifying the complexities of global markets and shedding light on the path for businesses aiming to expand or succeed in global markets. Hosted by Clint Reid, CEO and Founder of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos' Head of Global Trade Strategy, this podcast series provides listeners with essential insights into overcoming the challenges of cross-border transactions.Clint and Aaron bring their years of cross-border experience and expertise directly to you, covering everything from the intricacies of de minimis values to navigating complex international tax laws. Each episode focuses on practical strategies, innovative solutions, and the latest trends in global commerce, aiming to simplify international selling and compliance for businesses of all sizes.Whether you're just starting to explore international markets or looking to enhance your existing global commerce strategy, "Decoding Cross-border Ecommerce" offers valuable perspectives to help your business thrive in the competitive world market.About ZonosBased in St. George, UT, USA, Zonos is the global technology leader for cross-border commerce, committed to creating trust in global trade. With a mission to lower the barriers for businesses expanding globally, Zonos simplifies international commerce through innovative software, APIs, and plugins. Providing businesses with the tools and data needed for cross-border selling, Zonos is known for its true landed cost solution, making the world market accessible to everyone.

  1. De minimis is gone | What It Means for Canada Businesses | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #69

    3D AGO

    De minimis is gone | What It Means for Canada Businesses | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #69

    This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast breaks down what Canadian ecommerce businesses need to know now that de minimis is gone for postal shipments into the U.S. Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global Trade Strategy, explain the August 29th change, what triggered it, how Canada Post and Zonos responded in just 30 days, and what Canadian businesses must do right now to stay compliant — and keep shipping. If you ship to the U.S. from Canada, this episode is essential listening. From practical tools to collect duties, to how Canada Post customers are affected, to real examples of tariff cost differences — this one is packed with value. 🔹 Why are Canadian merchants now being asked to collect and remit duties? 🔹 What is Zonos' role in all this? 🔹 What’s the business impact and how do you adapt? 🔹 How does this affect retail customers at the post office counter? All answered here.

    13 min
  2. De Minimis Gone for U.S. Imports—What You Need to Know Now | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 67

    JUL 30

    De Minimis Gone for U.S. Imports—What You Need to Know Now | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 67

    This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives into the major changes coming from the recent executive order that removes de minimis treatment for most shipments—effective August 29th. Hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global Trade Strategy, break down what this means for international shippers, postal carriers, and ecommerce businesses. It's fast, it's packed, and it's essential if you're moving goods into the U.S. From new country of origin requirements to how duties must be paid—and by whom—this TLDDR (too long, didn’t deeply read) gives you the critical info without the fluff. 🔍 Don't miss the nuances. Watch the full episode for what matters most in the months ahead.

    4 min
  3. EO ends duty-free treatment for all U.S. imports | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 68

    JUL 30

    EO ends duty-free treatment for all U.S. imports | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 68

    This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast is a detailed breakdown of the executive order that eliminates de minimis for all imports—postal and commercial—effective August 29th. Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global Trade Strategy, have been in the room with policymakers in DC and are here to give context, clarity, and what it means for your business. What changed? Who’s paying? What happens next? They unpack the policy, the enforcement challenges, and how global merchants and posts must adapt—fast. Whether you're a brand, carrier, or consolidator, you can’t afford to miss this one.

    24 min
  4. How Landmark Grew €600M+ Revenue Unlocking Global Markets | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 65

    JUL 18

    How Landmark Grew €600M+ Revenue Unlocking Global Markets | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 65

    This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast features James Edge, CEO of Landmark Global. Hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Head of Global Trade Strategy at Zonos, dig into how Landmark scaled from a Canada-focused carrier to a global ecommerce powerhouse spanning 25 countries and 4 continents with €600M+ in revenue. They unpack what brands need to know about in-country fulfillment, how to avoid 55% tariffs on China-origin goods, and what the phase-out of the de minimis threshold could mean for international sellers. Whether you're shipping into Canada, expanding to Europe, or exploring fulfillment in Australia, this episode offers tactical insights for your cross-border strategy. [00:00:00] Introductions & guest welcome: James Edge, CEO of Landmark   [00:05:16] James’s path from Royal Mail to Landmark   [00:08:16] Growing Landmark into a €600M global logistics company   [00:10:55] Global expansion: Canada, Australia, Europe, and China   [00:17:34] When in-country fulfillment makes sense — and when it doesn’t   [00:22:42] Mistakes brands make expanding too early   [00:26:23] Coding stories, Mercury platform & startup culture   [00:28:30] Preparing for *de minimis* changes and inbound US growth   [00:30:41] The future of cross-border ecommerce   [00:31:48] Wrap-up & medieval history jokes  \ #zonos #podcast #decodingCross-border #cross-borderEcommerce #EcommerceStrategy #GlobalFulfillment #LogisticsInnovation #InternationalTrade

    33 min
  5. U.S. Kills De Minimis for China: Effects on Your Business | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #64

    JUN 30

    U.S. Kills De Minimis for China: Effects on Your Business | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #64

    This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives into a pivotal change in U.S. trade policy—May 2, 2025, the day de minimis is removed for goods manufactured in China and Hong Kong. Hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global Trade Strategy, unpack what this means for ecommerce sellers, importers, and logistics providers. Will your products be hit with up to 145% tariffs? How should your business adapt? Don’t miss this breakdown of one of the most consequential trade changes in recent history. [00:00:00] Intro and joke. [00:04:35] Challenges Faced by Different Stakeholders. [00:09:50] CBP's Manual Processing System. [00:18:10] Detection and Technology Solutions.

    23 min
  6. China Tariffs & De Minimis Removal: What to Know by May 2 | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #63

    APR 14

    China Tariffs & De Minimis Removal: What to Know by May 2 | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #63

    This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives deep into the upcoming May 2nd changes to the de minimis rule for Chinese-made goods — and what that means for cross-border ecommerce. Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global Trade Strategy, unpack the consequences for online sellers, creative workarounds already in play, the real legal risks, and how ecommerce businesses can stay compliant while still protecting their margins. Whether you're fulfilling orders direct from China, leveraging postal loopholes, or looking into 3PLs in the U.S., this episode lays it all out — clearly and candidly. Live doc will be updated as changes come in: http://zonos.com/docs/guides/2025-US-tariff-changes?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=new-us-tariffs-2025    Follow us on X for real-time updates: @Zonos https://x.com/zonos    Learn more about Zonos:  https://www.zonos.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video-link&utm_campaign=podcast      Listen now to stay ahead of these changes and keep your business moving forward. [00:00:07] What's happening on May 2? [00:01:31] How are people going to handle the Chinese goods tariffs? [00:02:33] Recent tariff news and Tweets  [00:08:05] Legit vs. fraudulent tariff loopholes #Ecommerce #Tariffs #DeMinimis #CrossBorderEcommerce #ChinaImports #Compliance #GlobalTrade

    17 min
  7. Tariffs Just Multiplied: What Global Sellers Should Know | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #62

    APR 9

    Tariffs Just Multiplied: What Global Sellers Should Know | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #62

    This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives deep into the chaos of rapidly evolving tariff policies. Hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global Trade Strategy, unpack new reciprocal tariffs, the stacking effect on duties, retaliation from China and the EU, and what’s happening to de minimis. Get real-world insight into what businesses are doing right now to survive — or even thrive — amidst the uncertainty. 🔍 Should you pause shipments? Reroute supply chains? Shift to U.S. warehousing? You’ll want to hear this. Live doc will be updated as changes come in: http://zonos.com/docs/guides/2025-US-tariff-changes?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=new-us-tariffs-2025    Follow us on X for real-time updates: @Zonos https://x.com/zonos    Learn more about Zonos:  https://www.zonos.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video-link&utm_campaign=podcast      Listen now to stay ahead of these changes and keep your business moving forward. [00:00:07] Reciprocal tariffs recap and updates [00:03:49] De minimis status and postal shipment tariffs [00:07:30] What should retailers do? [00:11:30] Tariff predictions [00:00:07] #ReciprocalTariffs #TradeWar #EcommerceBusiness #InternationalTrade #DeMinimis #ZonosPodcast #CrossBorderEcommerce

    19 min
  8. End of De Minimis—Big Trouble for Ecommerce from China | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #61

    APR 4

    End of De Minimis—Big Trouble for Ecommerce from China | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #61

    In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global Trade Strategy, are joined by Ryan Swapp, tackle what might be the most disruptive change in cross-border trade in years: the end of $800 de minimis for Chinese goods. The U.S. is rolling out a sweeping policy shift that will remove the duty-free threshold for low-value shipments from China—and the implications for ecommerce sellers are massive. Learn what the new rules are, what’s changing on May 2, how carriers like DHL and USPS are involved, and what sellers should be doing right now. Live doc will be updated as changes come in: http://zonos.com/docs/guides/2025-US-... Follow us on X for real-time updates: @Zonos https://x.com/zonos Learn more about Zonos: https://www.zonos.com/?utm_source=you... Listen now to stay ahead of these changes and keep your business moving forward. [00:00:07] Introductions and dad joke [00:02:08] De minimis: What is it and what's changing? [00:05:19] Tariffs for importing from China to the US [00:07:02] Is Customs ready to handle these tariffs? [00:09:04] Which countries and goods are affected? [00:10:16] New tariff rules for postal shipments and airlines [00:14:50] What's the motivation behind the tariffs? [00:17:22] Final thoughts #ReciprocalTariffs #TradeWar #EcommerceBusiness #InternationalTrade #DeMinimis #ZonosPodcast #CrossBorderEcommerce

    20 min
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Dive into the world of international ecommerce with 'Decoding Cross-border Ecommerce,' a podcast aimed at demystifying the complexities of global markets and shedding light on the path for businesses aiming to expand or succeed in global markets. Hosted by Clint Reid, CEO and Founder of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos' Head of Global Trade Strategy, this podcast series provides listeners with essential insights into overcoming the challenges of cross-border transactions.Clint and Aaron bring their years of cross-border experience and expertise directly to you, covering everything from the intricacies of de minimis values to navigating complex international tax laws. Each episode focuses on practical strategies, innovative solutions, and the latest trends in global commerce, aiming to simplify international selling and compliance for businesses of all sizes.Whether you're just starting to explore international markets or looking to enhance your existing global commerce strategy, "Decoding Cross-border Ecommerce" offers valuable perspectives to help your business thrive in the competitive world market.About ZonosBased in St. George, UT, USA, Zonos is the global technology leader for cross-border commerce, committed to creating trust in global trade. With a mission to lower the barriers for businesses expanding globally, Zonos simplifies international commerce through innovative software, APIs, and plugins. Providing businesses with the tools and data needed for cross-border selling, Zonos is known for its true landed cost solution, making the world market accessible to everyone.

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