The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is changing things up by shifting how it collects duties and taxes on commercial imports.

Topics: trade compliance

This blog post was originally published on 2/21/2022 and was updated on 1/17/2024.

Trying to ship without a freight forwarding standard operating procedure (SOP) is like trying to drive a car without starting the engine. The SOP is necessary to ensure operations between importers, freight forwarders, carriers, and other stakeholders run smoothly. 

Topics: freight forwarding, trade compliance

When it comes to importing and exporting, Customs takes their job seriously, especially regarding Lacey Act violations. Civil and criminal penalties are severe for companies that violate its terms.

Topics: trade compliance

As an importer, the onus is on you to be aware of the regulations that apply to your products. This includes those set by Partner Government Agencies (PGAs). 

Topics: Customs Consulting, compliance, trade compliance, Customs Broker, Brokerage

Topics: compliance, trade compliance

Importing into the U.S. involves a long list of tasks and careful considerations. There’s no worse scenario than thinking you’ve dotted all your Is and crossed all your Ts, only to realize you overlooked a PGA regulation and your shipment cannot get through Customs. 

Topics: compliance, trade compliance

Topics: trade compliance, Brokerage, USMCA

The Amazon marketplace represents an enormous sales opportunity for growing businesses. Your company can become an overnight success with a quality product, consistent customer care, and positive reviews. 

Topics: freight forwarding, trade compliance

Topics: freight forwarding, trade compliance

In international trade, the question of who does what is often answered with a solid “not me.” But a “not me” answer can lead to added costs or stranded shipments. It’s important to know who is responsible for which parts of the shipping process before hiring a freight forwarder.

Topics: freight forwarding, trade compliance

Topics: Incoterms, trade compliance

In the past, goods originating in the United States which were exported and then returned have been allowed to enter the U.S. without payment of duties under certain circumstances. Under the Trade Facilitation and Enforcement Act of 2015 (TFTEA) and the new US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), there have been changes to the regulatory and documentary requirements to take advantage of these benefits. The burden of proof remains on the importer, and as such, the proof is in the proverbial pudding.

Topics: compliance, trade compliance, USMCA