Black Friday and customs: How Ukrainian sellers can avoid delays when exporting to the US and EU

Black Friday is the biggest sales catalyst, but it’s also the time when customs services in the US and EU operate at maximum capacity. For Ukrainian sellers, this creates a critical risk: any mistake in documentation or processing guarantees shipment delays, which lead to profit losses.

In this article, we’ll look at how to avoid customs delays during the peak season and explain why an individual approach to logistics is key to ensuring stable deliveries to the US and EU.

Main Obstacle — Customs Delays

In October and November, the workload at US and EU customs increases sharply. During this time, thousands of Amazon sellers, B2B suppliers, online stores, and private entrepreneurs are simultaneously shipping goods abroad. Any inaccuracy in the documentation can delay a shipment for several days or even weeks.

For all shipments (to the US and EU), it is essential to:

• Provide a detailed product description. Avoid generic terms like “Gift” or “Clothing.” A precise description is required, for example: “Handmade women’s cotton embroidered blouse” or “Men’s leather wallet.”
• Indicate the correct HS Code. Including the 6–10-digit code for commercial shipments significantly speeds up product identification and customs duty calculation.
• Declare the true value. The value on the commercial invoice must match the actual sales price. Attempting to undervalue will lead to confiscation or significant delays due to additional inspections.

GlobalPost is your reliable partner, ensuring fast delivery and flawless documentation. We provide expert consultations on all customs nuances and help you avoid delays so that your goods reach the US and EU on time.

Learn more about international delivery for businesses, cooperation terms, and rates here or submit a request for a consultation.

GlobalPost: Tailored Solutions for Companies and Entrepreneurs

We offer logistical support that eliminates customs risks through an individual approach to each client and a deep understanding of international shipping processes.

• Personal manager. We don’t just process requests. Your personal manager thoroughly checks all supporting documentation before shipment, minimizing the likelihood of errors that can lead to customs delays.
• Complex documentation — simple delivery. Our specialists help correctly prepare commercial invoices and declarations required for official export from Ukraine. We take into account all specific requirements to ensure your cargo passes through every delivery stage without issues.
• Clear pricing. We guarantee transparent rates and fast delivery to the US and EU starting from 5 days.

With GlobalPost, you get more than just shipping — you get a complete solution for successful deliveries during the peak season.

When to Plan Your Shipments

To minimize risks, it’s important to ship goods in advance. For Amazon, this means no later than the end of October. In November, customs and Amazon warehouses operate at full capacity, and any delay could mean your shipment won’t make it in time for Black Friday or the Christmas season.

For businesses exporting goods directly to partners or end customers abroad, shipment planning should also take potential peak-season bottlenecks into account. We recommend adding extra time to your shipping schedule to minimize the risk of unforeseen delays.

GlobalPost will do everything possible to ensure your shipments are delivered quickly and without delays.

Conclusion

Black Friday requires absolute reliability in logistics. Choosing GlobalPost is an investment in transparency and timeliness. We provide tailored solutions for companies and entrepreneurs, ensuring that customs procedures won’t become an obstacle on your way to sales.

Don’t risk your profits during the peak season. Contact our specialists to plan your deliveries to the US and EU without delays.