On: May 31, 2023 By: David Noah
In addition to customs duties, exporters may be paying Value Added Tax (VAT) to ship goods internationally. The good news is you may be able to get some of what can be a sizable amount of money refunded—if you know what to do.
On: May 17, 2023 By: Sean Whitworth
The Importer Security Filing (ISF), also referred to as the 10+2 rule, is a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirement for ocean cargo imports into the United States. Learn who is responsible for the filing and what information must be included.
On: April 24, 2023 By: Dr. Cheryl McCloud
The SAFE Port Act was enacted to protect U.S. ports and international supply chains from security threats. This article outlines the different strategies included in the act, such as increased cargo inspections, improved data sharing, and cooperation between U.S. and foreign ports.
On: April 5, 2023 By: Kari Crane
If you import goods into the United States, you need a solid understanding of Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes to avoid unnecessary inspections, fees and delays at the border. Here's everything you need to know: what they are, when to use them, how to identify the correct HTS code for your product, and how they compare to HS codes and Schedule B codes.
On: March 6, 2023 By: David Noah
An Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) is a party involved in global trade—including importers, exporters and shippers—that receives preferential treatment from customs authorities due to prescreening. In the U.S., it is the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) program. Learn how to get certified.
On: February 20, 2023 By: Katy McIntosh
When an employee or contractor is headed across a border to visit a business partner, companies sometimes send commercial goods along, too. These are known as hand carries, and they can be a risky way to transport commercial items. Here's a look at what you need to understand to stay compliant.
On: October 12, 2022 By: John Goodrich
It's important to know the correct country of origin for your imports into the United States, because U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) uses that information to determine the proper duty rates to assess and whether preferential trade agreements, trade sanctions or import quotas may apply.
On: August 17, 2022 By: David Noah
The Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS or HTS) is a system used for importing and exporting to classify goods based on their material composition, product name and/or intended function. It is similar to Schedule B codes used for exports, but there are some key differences.
On: April 27, 2022 By: Helen Mann
U.S. imports and exports were higher than ever in 2021 thanks to outsized consumer spending. But record growth came with extreme challenges: supply chains stretched to their limit and rising transportation costs, along with global tensions and an erratic economy. We kick off World Trade Month with this look at the state of international trade.
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