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Drawback
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 should be carefully reviewed by importers, exporters, & manufacturers. We'll dive in and provide a concise breakdown on determining the eligibility of your goods and maximizing the benefits of drawback.
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Topics Include:
- Understanding drawback and how it applies to manufacturing
- Determining if your business is eligible for drawback benefits
- Applying for drawback and capturing savings
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