How to Qualify for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA)

Are you struggling to navigate the complexities of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)? If so, you're not alone. Many companies miss out on FTA benefits because qualifying seems too confusing or burdensome. This guide breaks down the process, so you’ll understand what’s required of you and can better decide if qualifying for an FTA is worth the effort.

FTAs play a crucial role for companies aiming to expand globally and maintain a competitive edge. By reducing tariffs, streamlining customs procedures and enhancing market access, FTAs open doors for businesses to thrive abroad.

In this whitepaper you’ll learn:

• The benefits of FTAs.
• How to find FTA tariff rates.
• How to qualify your goods, including using the tariff shift method or regional value content (RVC) method, if necessary.
• Where to find and how to read the rules of origin.
• The documentation required to verify origin and comply with FTA rules, including a link to downloadable versions of certificates of origin for the U.S. FTAs.

Don’t discount FTAs before you understand the process! There’s a good chance you’ll find the benefits actually outweigh the burden of proving qualification.

Get started now by downloading this free whitepaper!