On: January 20, 2021 By: David Noah
Feeling overwhelmed by product classification? This article (and free webinar) walks you through correctly classifying products for import and export: Learn how to navigate the Harmonized System (HS), the seven best practices for classifying products and the differences between HTS and Schedule B.
On: January 18, 2021 By: Leslie Glick
The Special 301 Report by the USTR plays a key role in identifying trade barriers involving intellectual property, and even in its early days it was raising concerns about China. This is the second part of our series on Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974—a trade law used with increasing frequency during the Trump administration.
On: January 13, 2021 By: David Noah
May 2021 is World Trade Month in the United States, and, the WTM Association is now accepting information about international trade events scheduled for that month to be published on WorldTradeMonth.com events calendar. Importers and exports can register to receive free updates about these programs.
On: January 4, 2021 By: Hank Selby
The importer of record is legally responsible for identifying the proper Harmonized System (HS) classification for all goods being imported into the United States. Too many importers rely on their customs broker to make that classification for them. That can be a costly mistake.
On: December 17, 2020 By: David Noah
As you evaluate your current international trade operations and determine what is working and what needs to be improved, don’t forget to look at your partnerships with your customs broker, freight forwarder, and other logistics partners. We give you some tips about what you should look for.
On: December 14, 2020 By: Leslie Glick
Importers and exporters have become increasingly familiar with Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 due to its recent use to impose tariffs on Chinese goods. This statute has been used over the past 45 years to eliminate trade barriers with other countries and open markets to U.S. exports.
On: November 23, 2020 By: John Goodrich
Before you can identify the proper Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) code for your products for importing and exporting, you need to understand the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI). In addition, there are some practical steps you need to follow to improve the classification process.
On: October 26, 2020 By: John Goodrich
When determining the proper Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) code for your products, it's important to refer to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) for guidance. Unfortunately, some people rely on one or more of these six additional GRIs that aren't part of the official rules.
On: June 1, 2020 By: David Noah
World Trade Month is typically celebrated by a series of live, in-person events held throughout the United States that recognize the importance of international trade to the U.S. and global economies and to help companies and their employees be better exporters. But this year, things are hardly typical.
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