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October 11, 2023
Clint Reid

Streamline international shipping with Zonos and Airhouse

October 11, 2023
Clint Reid

International ecommerce can be a labyrinth of complexities, especially when it comes to shipping customers’ orders. Juggling duties, taxes, and the need for quick and cost-effective shipping can be daunting. That's precisely why Zonos has teamed up with Airhouse, the leading fulfillment solution for scaling ecommerce brands, aiming to benefit merchants and their international shoppers.

Benefit 1: Swift, cost-efficient shipping across borders 

Airhouse, an expert in logistics, brings a game-changing solution to the table. They offer US merchants the option to store inventory and ship orders from global hubs in Europe and Canada. This strategic move not only slashes the hefty cross-border shipping costs that often deter international shoppers but also accelerates the delivery process for your international customers. Airhouse will introduce more global locations soon.

Benefit 2: Precise duty, tax, and shipping cost calculations 

Complementing the advantages of European inventory storage for reduced shipping costs and faster deliveries, Airhouse has partnered with Zonos to offer a solution for shoppers to pay the total landed cost upon checkout on international ecommerce transactions. This partnership offers a two-fold benefit—Airhouse calculates the exact shipping costs, while Zonos expertly handles the intricate calculation, collection, and remittance of customs duties and taxes. The outcome is a transparent and predictable cost breakdown for your customers at the checkout, eliminating any surprise expenses upon delivery. This comprehensive solution ensures smooth cross-border transactions while optimizing shipping efficiency.

Airhouse and Zonos also provide essential tax registration services, making cross-border expansion easier than ever before.

How the Zonos x Airhouse partnership works 

By harnessing Airhouse's international fulfillment capabilities and leveraging Zonos Landed Cost, you're not just cutting costs; you're also streamlining international deliveries. Here's the simplified process:

  1. Bulk ship your inventory to Airhouse's European or Canadian fulfillment centers.
  2. While shopping, customers can see duties and taxes with Zonos’ real-time landed cost calculations.
  3. At checkout, Zonos calculates and collects all duties, taxes, and fees from the customer, including Airhouse's reduced shipping costs.
  4. Your customers receive their orders faster and at a reduced cost compared to traditional cross-border shipping.

The Zonos and Airhouse partnership isn't a temporary fix; it's a lasting solution to the intricate landscape of global ecommerce. From managing the complexities of international taxes to ensuring swift, budget-friendly shipping, this collaboration equips you with the essential tools you may not have known you needed. If you're contemplating revamping your international shipping strategy, your search ends here. With Zonos and Airhouse, you can confidently elevate your global ecommerce game.