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Evana vs Avalara
Both Evana and Avalara aim to help brands manage trade, but they focus on very different things. Avalara is built for large rule based tax compliance. Evana is purpose built for recovering overpaid import duties and putting cash back in the pockets of Shopify and Amazon brands.
If I'm Importing Products DDP, Can I Still Get Duty Drawback?
Importing DDP? You may still qualify for U.S. duty refunds. Learn how to recover duties paid on DDP shipments with Evana's automated drawback service.
Should Brands File Tariff Disputes Now in Case Trump's Tariffs Are Ruled Unconstitutional?
If the Supreme Court rules Trump-era tariffs unconstitutional, importers could get major refunds — but only if they preserve rights now by filing protests/PSCs within 180 days of liquidation.
Duty Drawback Claims on Auto-Pilot with Evana
How Kenny Flowers automated duty drawback with Evana—recovering refunds without diverting resources from growth.
Duty Drawback for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know in 2025
A comprehensive guide to understanding duty drawback eligibility, benefits, and the step-by-step process for recovering import duties, taxes, and fees.
The Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Filing Duty Drawback Claims in 2025
Learn the exact process for filing duty drawback claims, including documentation requirements, common pitfalls to avoid, and timeline expectations for each step.
How to Overcome Customs Documentation Challenges in Duty Drawback Claims
Practical solutions to the most common documentation issues that prevent successful duty drawback claims, with real examples from customs rulings.
Evana: The Only Shopify-Native Duty Drawback Solution for E-commerce
Discover why Evana's seamless Shopify integration processes drawback claims 10x faster than traditional solutions, streamlining duty recovery for merchants.
The Complete Guide to Duty Drawback Claims for Retail & Ecommerce
Discover industry-specific strategies for retail and ecommerce businesses to optimize duty drawback claims and significantly improve your bottom line.
Fashion & Apparel Industry Guide to Duty Drawbacks
Discover how fashion and apparel brands can recover significant import duties through drawbacks, with industry-specific strategies for maximizing refunds.
Seasonal Import Strategy: Timing Your Imports for Maximum Duty Drawback Potential
Learn how seasonal businesses can strategically plan their import and export activities to maximize duty drawback recovery while optimizing cash flow throughout the year.
How Evana Is Getting Millions Back in the Pockets of Small and Mid-Sized Businesses
Discover how Evana's tech-enabled service has helped SMBs recover millions in duty drawbacks that would otherwise be left unclaimed, all with zero upfront costs and minimal paperwork.
How Shopify Plus Merchants Can Maximize Duty Drawback Recovery
Discover how larger Shopify Plus stores with complex supply chains can leverage advanced duty drawback strategies to recover significant import duty refunds.
The Complete Duty Drawback Checklist for eCommerce Businesses
Ensure you don't miss any steps in the duty drawback process with our comprehensive checklist tailored specifically for eCommerce businesses importing and exporting goods.
Duty Drawback vs. Foreign Trade Zones: Which Strategy Is Right for Your Business?
Compare two powerful duty mitigation approaches to determine whether duty drawbacks, Foreign Trade Zones, or a hybrid strategy will maximize your import duty savings.
Breaking Down Section 301 Tariffs: Recovery Opportunities for US Importers
Discover specific strategies for recovering duties paid under Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports, potentially worth hundreds of thousands in refunds for businesses.
Import Tariff Changes 2025: How New Policies Affect Your Duty Drawback Eligibility
Stay informed about the latest trade policy developments and understand how recent tariff changes create new duty drawback opportunities for importers and exporters.
Multi-Channel Retailers: Duty Drawback Strategies for Amazon, Shopify, and Beyond
Learn how businesses selling across multiple platforms can effectively track and recover duties while managing the complexities of omnichannel operations.
eCommerce Duty Drawbacks: How Online Retailers Can Recover Import Duties
Every margin point counts in eCommerce. Discover how online retailers can get refunds on paid import duties to boost their bottom line.
The Ultimate Guide to Shopify Duty Drawback Solutions
Discover how Shopify merchants can access duty drawbacks through Evana, the only solution specifically designed for eCommerce businesses on platforms like Shopify.
DTC Brands: Why You're Leaving Money on the Table with Duty Drawbacks
Direct-to-consumer brands have unique advantages when it comes to duty drawback claims. Learn why DTC brands are perfectly positioned to benefit from import duty recovery.
Understanding the Basics of Duty Drawback: A Guide for Small Businesses
Learn the fundamentals of duty drawbacks and how your business can qualify for these often-overlooked refunds that could significantly improve your cash flow.
How Recent Trade Policy Changes Impact Duty Drawback Opportunities
Stay up-to-date with the latest changes in trade policy and understand how these shifts create new opportunities for claiming duty drawbacks.
The Environmental Impact of Duty Drawbacks on Manufacturing
Explore how duty drawback programs can encourage sustainable manufacturing practices and create economic incentives for environmentally conscious businesses.