Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce
Episodes
AIPA on Trial: What It Means for Ecommerce Tariffs | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #74
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives deep into the chaos of 2025 and what lies ahead in 2026, including the potential end...
Trade Policy Is Moving Faster Than Ever — Are You Ready? | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #73
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast is hosted solo by Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global Trade Strategy. He’s joined by ...
Building DDP for Posts with UPU | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #66
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 66 of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast explores how postal operators around the world can implement Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) solut...
How Ukraine’s Postal Service Stayed Operational in War | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #72
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast is one you won’t forget. Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, sits down with Igor Smely...
De Minimis Gone | What Aussie Businesses Need to Know Now | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #71
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast is a must-listen for Australian ecommerce businesses.As of August 29, de minimis is gone f...
De Minimis Is Gone — How Posts Worldwide Reacted Fast | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #70
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives into how global postal operators — from Canada Post to Royal Mail to Ukraine — r...
De minimis is gone | What It Means for Canada Businesses | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #69
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast breaks down what Canadian ecommerce businesses need to know now that de minimis is gone fo...
EO ends duty-free treatment for all U.S. imports | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 68
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast is a detailed breakdown of the executive order that eliminates de minimis for all imports—...
De Minimis Gone for U.S. Imports—What You Need to Know Now | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 67
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives into the major changes coming from the recent executive order that removes de minimi...
How Landmark Grew €600M+ Revenue Unlocking Global Markets | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 65
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast features James Edge, CEO of Landmark Global. Hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, a...
U.S. Kills De Minimis for China: Effects on Your Business | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #64
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 remo...
China Tariffs & De Minimis Removal: What to Know by May 2 | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #63
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Tariffs Just Multiplied: What Global Sellers Should Know | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #62
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives deep into the chaos of rapidly evolving tariff policies.Hosts Clint Reid, Founder an...
End of De Minimis—Big Trouble for Ecommerce from China | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #61
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
US Reciprocal Tariffs: Impact on International Ecommerce | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #60
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives into the latest announcement from the Trump administration about reciprocal tariffs—...
How Canada's Retaliatory Tariffs Impact US Ecommerce | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #59
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives into Canada’s new retaliatory tariffs on US-made goods and their impact on ecommer...
Big Tariff Day–Trump’s Tariffs are Back, Retaliation Begins | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce Ep 58
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The latest tariff update is here! The U.S. has officially reinstated tariffs on Canadian, Mexican, and Chinese-made goods—but the de minimis is stil...
US Tariff Chaos—China Hit Twice, CA/MX Back On, & EU Next? | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 57
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nobody seems to know what's happening with the new U.S. tariffs, but we've got you covered.This episode of Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce b...
Tariff Updates & the Case for U.S. Sales Tax on Imports–A Game-Changer for Ecommerce Sellers | Ep 56
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast covers the latest tariff updates and explores a potential game-changer for U.S. ecommerce:...
First-Ever Duty Bills Hitting U.S. Shoppers: Real Invoices, Reactions & How to Protect Your Business
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global...
US Tariff Updates–Day 3–Postal Shipments w/ Chinese-made Goods | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce Ep #54
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast covers the latest updates on tariffs for Chinese-made goods, particularly the impact on in...
Keeping Up with Trump’s Tariffs–Yesterday Canada & Mexico–Today China - What you need to know | Ep #53
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday, Canada & Mexico tariffs were the big story—but now, they’re paused. Today, China’s tariffs are active, and they’re the ones tha...
Trump’s US Tariffs - How will your business be affected | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #52
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New U.S. tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China were announced over the weekend, bringing major changes to cross-border trade. With de mini...
9 Tips for Filling Out a Commercial Invoice Like a Pro | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #51
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This special episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives into must-know tips for filling out a commercial invoice. Hosts Clint Reid, ...
Unlock Hidden Cash: Duty Drawback for Your Business | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #50
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know your business could reclaim up to 99% of the duties you’ve paid on imports? Join hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and cohost...
Mastering 8 Key Cross-Border Topics: What You Need to Know | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 49
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast compiles the top insights from past episodes to give you a crash course in the 8 most impo...
How 3PLs Can Expand and Profit with Cross-Border Shipments | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 48
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives into the opportunities for 3PLs looking to expand their international reach, as well...
​What is a 3PL: Is a 3PL a Good Fit for Your Business? | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #47
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast explores the role of 3PLs in ecommerce. Hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aa...
Simplified Cross-Border Concepts—Foreign Exchange & Denied Party Screening Explained to Kids | Ep #46
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head o...
Selling to Argentina–New Opportunities & Upcoming Changes | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #45
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast episode dives deep into Argentina’s evolving trade landscape. With hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of...
​Tariffs 101: A Hot Topic in Global Trade and Politics | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #44
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 44 of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global T...
The U.S. Tariff Debate: Should De Minimis Be Lowered? | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #43
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is it time for the U.S. to lower its de minimis threshold? In the final episode of our four-part series, hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, a...
U.S. De Minimis Loophole Exploitation: What’s at Stake? | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #42
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that $61-$78 billion worth of goods enter the U.S. duty-free each year under the $800 de minimis threshold? While this policy simplifies ...
History and Future of the US De Minimis and Section 321 | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #41
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the fascinating history of US de minimis and Section 321 on the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast! Hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO o...
The History of Global Trade, De minimis, & Customs Processes | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce—Ep #40
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Global trade, customs procedures and regulations, de minimis… how did they come to be? Where did it all start? In this week’s episode of the Decod...
Selling to Mexico - Mastering Customs & Compliance | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #39
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mexico’s customs can be a challenging hurdle for ecommerce businesses, with packages often getting held up due to strict regulations and complex pro...
International Selling on Shopify—Secrets to Maximize Profit | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce Ep #38
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you selling internationally on Shopify or thinking about it? Make sure you’re using the right tools and strategies to maximize profits and avoid...
Is Shopify Worth It? Pros and Cons for Your Business | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #37
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered if a Shopify store is the right move for your business? In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, hosts Clint Reid...
Simplifying Cross-Border Concepts—Explaining Zonos, Duty, & Tax to Kids | Decoding Ecommerce | Ep 36
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head o...
Understand Risks—Non-Compliance with Low-Value Tax Schemes | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 35
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you putting your business at risk by ignoring global tax laws? In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, hosts Clint Reid, F...
The Impact of Duty & Tax Inclusive Pricing on Global Sales | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 34
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos' Head of Glo...
Crazy Customs Errors—How to Dispute Duty & Tax Overcharges | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 33
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Customs assessment discrepancies can lead to costly overcharges on duty and tax bills—often due to human error. In this episode of the Decoding Cros...
How to Create the Best International Shopping Experience | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #32
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what shoppers go through when buying from another country? Hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos' Head...
Selling & Shipping to Japan—Tackle Language & Tax Challenges | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce Ep 31
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From language barriers—only 10% of the population speaks English—to the complexities of Japan's tax system, which rounds duties and taxes to ...
Master Selling & Shipping to the EU: IOSS Explained | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #30
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re not selling to the EU, you’re missing out on a huge market! In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, hosts Clint ...
Selling & Shipping to Singapore Guide—OVR Scheme Insights | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #29
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking of expanding your sales into Singapore? Well, you’re in luck! In Episode 29 of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, hosts Clint Rei...
Avoid Customs Delays–Good Commercial Invoice Descriptions | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #28
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How you describe your products for customs can make or break your shipment’s customs clearance process. In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border...
Master Selling and Shipping into Norway + VOEC Tax Scheme | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #27
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking of expanding your ecommerce business into Norway? Selling and shipping into Norway can be challenging, especially with the complexities of t...
Simplify Importing & Selling into the UK Post-Brexit | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #26
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #26 of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global ...
Navigating Cross-Border Selling into the USA & State Tax | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #25
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast is perfect for merchants outside of the USA and anyone who wants to understand US state ta...
Mastering Cross-Border Selling and Shipping into India | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #24
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global...
Unlocking Brazil's Ecommerce Market for Online Sellers | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #23
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global...
Universal Postal Union’s Role: Past, Present, and Future | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #22
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, we explore the Universal Postal Union (UPU) and its crucial role in global logistics. ...
Mastering Cross-Border Ecommerce and Shipping to Canada | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #21
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the "Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce" podcast, hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ He...
Unlock New Zealand Ecommerce—Insights for Selling Success | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 20
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global...
Zonos Origin Story - Humble Start to Cross-Border Powerhouse | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 19
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos' Head of Global Trade, in this special episode of the Decoding Cross-Bo...
Unlocking Ecommerce Success: Selling to Australia | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #18
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
​Episode 18 of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos' Head of Global...
4/4 Choosing International Shipping Carriers—Enterprise | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #17
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the final episode of our four-part series on picking your international shipping carrier! In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecom...
3/4 Find the Best International Shipping Carrier for SMBs | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #16
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the third episode of our four-part series on selecting the best international shipping carrier for your cross-border ecommerce business, hosts Clin...
2/4 The Best International Shipping Carriers Deep Dive | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #15
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the second episode of our four-part series on selecting the best international shipping carrier for your cross-border ecommerce business, hosts Cli...
1/4 How to Choose the Best International Shipping Carrier | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #14
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 14 of "Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce" kicks off a four-part series on selecting the ideal international shipping carrier. Hosts Cl...
How to Fill Out a Commercial Invoice - Dos and Don'ts | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #13
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you ship internationally or want to start, you have probably struggled through the process of filling out a commercial invoice. In this episode of ...
Optimize Your Shipping Setup to Boost Conversions | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #12
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the key to mastering ecommerce shipping for optimal customer conversion in this insightful episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce pod...
Revolutionizing Cross-Border APIs with GraphQL | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #11
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
​In this episode, Aaron and Clint are joined by Andrew, CTO of Zonos, to explore the company's shift from legacy systems to a cutting-edge tech...
Merchant of Record Explained: Benefits vs. Disadvantages | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #10
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is a Merchant of Record (MoR) service the right choice for your international business? In episode 10 of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, ...
Revolutionizing HS Classification with AI and Automation | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #9
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we explore how complex and tedious the process of finding and classifying the correct HS codes is and how the right tool can simplify the p...
Canada’s CARM system deep dive for brokers and carriers | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #8
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 8 of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and co-host Aaron Bezzant, Zonos' Head o...
CARM explained: Everything you need to know for ecommerce| Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #7
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you are confused or worried about CARM and its implications for ecommerce businesses selling into Canada, you are not alone. This week’s episode ...
HS Code 101: How HS code and tariff classification works | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #6
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how HS codes are assigned to products? Join hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and cohost Aaron Bezzant, Zonos' H...
Non-resident, low-value tax schemes and US nexus evolution | Decoding Cross-border Ecommerce | Ep #5
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the relatively new and complex world of non-resident, low-value tax schemes in episode 5 of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast. In ...
International cross-border shipping carrier fees explained | Decoding Cross-border Ecommerce | Ep #4
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the many fees shippers and shoppers encounter on cross-border shipments. In this episode, Clint and Aaron dive into the complex world of the ...
The future of postal ecommerce—unlocking DDP for posts | Decoding Cross-border Ecommerce | Ep #3
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 3 of the Decoding Cross-border Ecommerce podcast, Clint and Aaron delve into the reasons postal services have not been able to offer a DDP ...
Mastering landed cost and cross-border pitfalls | Decoding Cross-border Ecommerce | Episode #2
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 2 of "Decoding Cross-border Ecommerce," our hosts tackle the significant challenges and potential losses retailers face when sell...
De minimis explained and how it differs by country | Decoding Cross-border Ecommerce | Episode #1
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the first episode of the "Decoding Cross-border Ecommerce" podcast, hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos&...