Every year hundreds of samples of food products are either get stuck in customs, returned to shipper or just disappear. The reasons are as varied as the products and countries they go to. Join us as we discuss the most common problems in shipping samples overseas and outline recommendations for a smooth delivery to the potential customer. Topics outlined include:

• Differences between domestic and international shipping
• Importance of reading the food export regulations in advance
• Communicating with the buyer and the shipping company
• Following instructions and recommendations
• Creating the perfect proforma invoice for the sample
• Making sure all the documents match each other