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Notes from the route.
Press, guides and research on selling across borders: tariffs, duties, pricing and the logistics underneath.
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11 articles · Press, Guide, Product, Research
Were you overcharged on import duty? Check a bill in 30 seconds.
Thresholds, tax arithmetic and courier fees for the destination, then the exact dispute to send. No sign-up.
Mayple joins the Shopify Fulfillment Network
Shopify merchants can now scale cross-border fulfillment smarter and faster by connecting to Mayple directly within their Shopify admin.
Mayple partners with Emirates Courier Express
U.S. brands gain faster and more cost-efficient international delivery via Mayple’s integrated global logistics platform and Emirates Courier Express’ network.
A lifeline for China-made products
For e-commerce brands manufacturing in China, the US is often treated as the default logistics hub. For brands serving customers around the world, that default is expensive.
The rise of premium shipping in global e-commerce
Why speed and service are now non-negotiable for international brands.
Scaling DTC with efficient cross-border shipping
Efficient, reliable and transparent cross-border shipping can make or break a brand’s global ambitions. Here is where the money goes — and where it comes back.
The playbook for expanding American consumable brands overseas
A smarter way to expand internationally with a hub-and-spoke model.
The hidden complexities of international pricing
How global brands can protect margins and maintain market competitiveness.
Mayple for Shopify customers
Getting started is extremely easy for existing Shopify customers. With a single integration, brands can optimise their supply chain and sell globally — or even domestically — with ease.
8 cross-border e-commerce statistics you need to know
Maybe you already see 5% of your traffic originating outside your home country, but aren’t sure it’s worth the effort to sell to those shoppers. These eight numbers answer the question.
What is cross-border e-commerce?
You may have heard the term and wondered what it meant, or whether it was a good fit for your business. Perhaps you’ve looked into a few third-party logistics partners and were left scratching your head. Let’s simplify the conversation.

