GISTnet Tips: 2001-07-25

General:
Do you know what "tare" weight is?  See the GISTnet glossary at:
http://www.gistnet.com/sub/glossary/tare_weight.html.

Customs Brokers/Importers:
"Substantial transformation"?  Is this the result of your new exercise
program?  Look it up in the GISTnet glossary at:
http://www.gistnet.com/sub/glossary/substantial_transformation.html.

Freight Forwarders/Exporters:
What should you consider when selecting a carrier?  Find out in the GISTnet
library at:  http://www.gistnet.com/sub/text/2:6-ocean-241.html.