CBP: Merchandise Detained

CBP is detaining merchandise from Jingde Trading Ltd., Rixin Foods Ltd., and Zhejiang Sunrise Garment Group Co Ltd., beginning 12/5/2022. This is because CBP investigations show that these companies are using North Korean labor in their supply chains, in violation…

CBP: Customs Broker Guidance for the Trade Community

CBP has published version 1.1 of the Customs Broker Guidance for the Trade Community. This provides tools and information to the customs broker community. Read More

Forced Labor

Accuracy, Audits, Partners, & Obligations A Priority Trade Issue and hot topic, Forced Labor enforcement is happening. Join us as we walk through the way that CBP is approaching it, tools you can use to guide your organization through the…

DDTC: ITAR Compliance Program Guidelines

The Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) is publishing new ITAR Compliance Program Guidelines. These guidelines give an overview of a solid compliance program, and introduce defense trade controls. ReadMore

Disclosures

Should you come forward?  Mistakes happen! Luckily, you’ve got methods for mitigating the company’s liabilities. We’ll explore the myriad of disclosure types available and help interpret which one is likely best for your scenario. Understanding your options is imperative in…

Incoterms® 2020 (in 2022)

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,…

Internal Compliance Program Training

Reinforcing risk areas and developing the right resources Maintaining an effective internal compliance program (ICP) is of paramount importance to ensure your organization avoids costly and time-consuming inaccuracies. We are here to show you the components to building an outstanding…

ACE 101 (2022)

Your glimpse into the largest single trade window. The Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) is the system through which the trade community reports imports and exports and the government determines admissibility. A full understanding of ACE and its capabilities is a…

CTPAT

Why, How, and How Much CTPAT is the new normal and an industry standard. Changes to the minimum-security criteria (MSC) in 2020, remote validations, and recent developments are requiring new and existing CTPAT program members to dedicate increased attention and…

Becoming a Licensed Customs Broker – 2022

Exam to License to Practice Becoming a Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) will expand your skills and confidence in your career, and we want to help you begin your journey! Let us show you the benefits of getting your Customs Broker…

Drawback

Opportunities, Requirements & Insights The new duty-drawback law is the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (TFTEA), which was enacted on February 24, 2016. These updates to the law provide opportunities in several areas of the U.S. economy and…

Landed Costs

Why they matter and how to calculate them.  There’s more to transportation costs than the shipping price – taxes, customs, insurance and other fees play an integral role. These costs can have a major effect on your pricing strategies. We’ll…