CSMS: CBP Expands Global Business Identifier

CBP is expanding their Global Business Identifier (GBI) testing, and they’re letting more people participate! Participation requests and questions can be directed to GBI@cbp.dhs.gov. To learn more about the GBI Test, please visit the GBI webpage. Read More

CSMS: CBP Unveils Insights in December Webinar

CBP has posted their December webinar on the 2024 Triennial Status Report and Annual Permit User Fee. Links to the recording and slide deck are in the TSR information on the Customs Brokers webpage. Read More

Justice: Russian-Canadian National Pleads Guilty in Money Laundering Scheme

A Russian-Canadian national conspired to launder money to send UAV components to sanctioned RU entities. The items shipped, and were found in RU weapon platforms in Ukraine. She plead guilty. Read More

Justice: Aircraft Formerly Owned by Iranian Airline Returns to US

The Boeing aircraft previously owned by an Iranian airline has been returned to the US via Argentina. Read More

HTS Classification

Making the complex more understandable Does classification leave your head spinning? This is an overview of the HTS, GRIs, and how to classify goods for international trade. We also talk about a few recent decisions by Customs headquarters and how…

Justice: Dual US-Taiwan Citizen Pleads Guilty to Conspiring in Covert Arms Export to Iran

A dual US-Taiwan citizen just pled guilty to a conspiracy charge for exporting defense articles to Iran. In 2002 and 2003 there was a sting operation on purchasing antennas to go to Iran, and other defense articles. The defendant went…

Justice: Four Individuals Charged with Illicit Trade for Smuggling US Electronic Components

Four people are charged with smuggling US electronic components from the US to Iran via China. They specifically sent items to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and the Iranian agency that develops ballistic missiles and UAVs. This went on between…

FTC: Kubota North America Hit with Record $2 Million Fine in Largest-Ever ‘Made in USA’ Case

The Federal Trade Commission announces their largest ever Made in USA case. Kubota North America is paying a $2 million civil penalty for falsely labeling some replacement parts “Made in USA”. Read More

BIS: Update to Sanctions on Russia and Belarus

The Department of Commerce is strengthening its existing sanctions under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) against Russia and Belarus, including by expanding the scope of the EAR’s Russian and Belarusian Industry Sector Sanctions and making certain changes to the licensing…

CSMS: New CBP Suspected Trade Violations Webinars

CBP is putting out a second round of webinars on reporting suspected trade violations. Follow the link to register. Read More

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Incoterms® 2020

Expert guidance, tips, and access to decision making resources Incoterms® were developed by the ICC in 1921 and have since proven to be an indispensable tool for conducting international transactions. We focus on the high-level overview, dive into the intricacies,…

Justice: Virginia Resident Sentenced to Two Years in Prison for Violations of International Sanctions

Jalal Hajavi, Virginia resident, has been sentenced to two years in prison for egregious violations of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and the Iranian Transactions and Sanctions Regulations. He facilitated shipment of heavy equipment from the US to Iran…