On: March 19, 2018 By: Catherine J. Petersen
Sometimes things break. And when they do, you want your customers to be able to return them for repair. But that's trickier when your customers are located overseas. Here are the proper procedures for importing and re-exporting goods with minimal time and expense.
On: January 1, 2018 By: Catherine J. Petersen
The new year is a good time for importers and exporters to review their procedures. Follow this 8-step checklist to get started.
On: June 5, 2017 By: David Noah
Many exporters are puzzled by the Harmonized System (HS), the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), and Schedule B Codes. This article can help.
On: January 30, 2017 By: John Goodrich
Your company has a regulatory responsibility to determine the correct HTS or Schedule B classification for your products for importing and exporting.
On: September 2, 2016 By: John Goodrich
Too many importers and exporters start importing and exporting before they know their products' correct HS codes. That can create a world of problems.
On: March 16, 2015 By: John Goodrich
Merchandise Processing Fees (MPF) and Harbor Maintenance Fees (HMF) are levied on imported goods by the federal government and collected by Customs.
On: October 28, 2012 By: John Goodrich
Here's what you need to know about becoming a licensed customs broker and reasons why it may not be worth it.
On: September 25, 2011 By: John Goodrich
The customs entry process leads to inaccuracies because data is distorted as it passes through a company so a Post Entry Amendment may be necessary.
On: May 22, 2011 By: John Goodrich
Prototype is original or model of articles in production and will be used exclusively for development, testing, product evaluation or quality control.
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