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Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce

Zonos

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 Zonos
Based 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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  • S1 · E62
    Apr 9, 2025 · 18 min

    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

  • S1 · E60
    Apr 4, 2025 · 12 min

    US Reciprocal Tariffs: Impact on International Ecommerce | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #60

    This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives into the latest announcement from the Trump administration about reciprocal tariffs—and what they really mean for ecommerce businesses shipping internationally. Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global Trade Strategy, are joined by Ryan Swapp to break down how these tariffs are calculated, which countries are retaliating, and how brands can prepare. Whether you're shipping to Canada, Vietnam, China, or beyond, this episode will help you navigate the shifting trade landscape and understand how the new tariffs—and exceptions—may affect your business. 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 [00:01:11] The mathematics behind the reciprocal tariffs [00:05:00] How U.S. exports are affected [00:07:16] What's going on with the reciprocal tariffs? [00:10:00] Exceptions for Canada and Mexico under USMCA? #ReciprocalTariffs #TradeWar #EcommerceBusiness #InternationalTrade #DeMinimis #ZonosPodcast #CrossBorderEcommerce

  • S1 · E61
    Apr 4, 2025 · 20 min

    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

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