US Commercial Service

US Commercial Service

Learning about your resources!

Do you know what the US Commercial Service has to offer you? Watch along as we talk with a representative from USCS and learn about their mission, goals, and services they provide.

Topics Include:
  • Trade expertise
  • Potential partners
  • Market research

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BIS: Streamlight Faces Civil Penalty for Antiboycott Violations

Bureau of Industry and Security announced a civil penalty against Streamlight (manufacturer or portable lighting products) to resolve violations of antiboycott provisions. Streamlight filed a VSD, cooperated, and implemented remedial measures. In 2019, they participated in a Bahrain trade show. The logistics provider required that Streamlight give them a packing list certifying that the goods…

USMCA

Finding opportunities in compliance! How well do you know the USMCA? We talk about navigating the intricacies of qualifying your products under the USMCA and how to make the most of its opportunities while avoiding common mistakes. Topics Include: Rules of origin Duty preference Dispute resolution Resources USMCA Slides

Justice: Alexis LLC Settles with U.S. Government Over Allegations of Underpaying Customs Duties on Imported Apparel

The US is resolving a civil suit by settling with Alexis LLC, a womenswear company, for underpaying customs duties on imported apparel. This is not an admission of liability by Alexis. It resolves claims that they violated the False Claims Act by misreporting to CBP the value of apparel, avoiding the full customs duties. Read…