Importing procedures Course

Full Day Course

In this course, you’ll learn what is reasonable care, about the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S. (HTSUS) product classification, valuation, country of origin designation and marking, duty payment, and record keeping. It is a day packed with information as well as solutions to trade compliance problems.

Learn Key Elements Of Auditing Your Customs Broker

As the importer of record, you are responsible for using reasonable care to enter, classify and determine the value of imported merchandise and more. Our Import Procedures and Documentation Course teaches key import compliance obligations.

There are examples of documentation and procedures that are relevant and useful provided in the annually updated text. Learn how to decipher those cryptic forms required by the U.S. Government that your customs broker supplies to you. The knowledge you gain in this one-day course will be invaluable.

Don’t expect your customs brokers to teach you everything you need to know about importing and compliance. This Import Procedures and Documentation course will provide you with practical guidelines for managing your customs broker so your customs broker can become your trade compliance partner. Learn key elements of auditing documentation prepared by your customs broker. Remember, your customs broker’s errors could result in penalties for YOU, the importer.

Importing Agenda

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Importing Procedures Course Agenda
8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Seminar
8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Central Time) – Webinar
Reference book U.S. Import Regulations, Procedures & Guidelines

I. THE IMPORT REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT

Customs & Border Protection
Prohibitions, Restrictions Other Regulatory Agencies
The Customs Modernization Act
Reasonable Care
Value, Classification, Country of Origin, Duty, Record Keeping

II. VALUATION

Determining Value
Alternative Valuation Methods
Related Party Transactions
Currency Conversion
International Freight Deductions
Buying and Selling Commissions
First Sale for Export Principle
Customs Valuation Encyclopedia
The 4-Way Valuation Audit
Regulations

III. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN AND MARKING

Country of Origin Regulations, Determination, Marking, and Exportation

IV. OVERVIEW OF THE HARMONIZED TARIFF SCHEDULE OF THE U.S.

V. DUTY DETERMINATION

Free Trade Agreements and Duty Preference Programs
Other Duties, Duty Exemptions, and Fees

VI. ENTRY

Import and Entry Process Flow
Preparing to Make Entry
Consumption Entry — Detailed review of the entry form 3461 and the entry summary form 7501
Post Entry Amendment
Special Entry Types
Foreign Trade Zones
Liquidation

VII. RECORD KEEPING

Auditing & Maintaining Records The (a)(1)(A) List, ITRAC, ACE

VIII. OTHER IMPORT CONSIDERATIONS

Priority Trade Issues, Quota, Samples, Wood Packaging, Forced Labor

IX. CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT AND SECURITY

Penalty Process, Monetary Penalties, Seizure & Forfeiture
Importer Audits
Port Security, Importer Security Filing (ISF), CTPAT

Full Day

Two 15 min breaks & 1 hour lunch

$ 595-645

Per Person

Webinars: 8:30AM-4:00PM CT
Seminars: 8:30AM-4:00PM Local Time

Dates Below

Location	Date
Webinar	Apr 11th
Atlanta, GA	Apr 13th
Anaheim, CA	Apr 17th
Webinar	May 9th
Boston, MA	Jun 13th
Webinar	Jun 13th
Webinar	Jul 18th
Webinar	Aug 8th
Webinar	Sep 11th

Course Features

Small Class Size

This means there is more time for you to grow and get the knowledge and answers you need to succeed. We highly encourage participation and questions throughout the class.

International Trade Book

With this course you will receive a free reference book shipped directly to you. This will benefit you far past the course.

Certificate & Credits

With this interactive course you will receive a certificate of completion and a digital badge. You can also earn your education credits.

Webcam for Webinars

All attendees are required to have a working webcam for our webinars. This allows us to create an interactive space for your learning advantage.

You ask, we answer

If you have any other questions, we are here to help. Contact us!

What Does This Course Focus On

Regulators and regulations affecting you as an importer
Customs brokers roles and obligations: what should they be doing for you
Country of Origin & Product Marking
Overview of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S. (HTSUS)
Valuation of your goods according to the import regulations
Duty Determination
Customs Entry Process
Record keeping Requirements
Timely Import Security Filing (ISF)

Who Should Attend?

Importers’ Trade Compliance Directors, Specialists, Global Compliance, Purchasing, Logistics, Auditing, Freight, Finance, and Legal managers or representatives, Customs Brokers.

This import training class is excellent for beginners and also serves as a refresher for experienced professionals.

What Can I Expect?

NO SALES, NO GIMMICKS, JUST LEARNING!

* Small Class Size – Time for discussions / Q&A

* Live INTERACTIVE We encourage class participation! You may ask questions throughout the session.

* Book included in price – Great reference to keep at your desk!

* Earn continued education credits (approved for NCBFAA & NASBITE)

* Best in-class Instructors, with real-world experience, which means they can relate to your issues

What Are The Course Details?

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You can read about our cancellation policy and transferring here

What About My Credits?

Read everything you need to know about education credits here

If you’re looking for a deeper understanding of importing, import procedures and best practices, please consider our advanced Import Compliance Training – Importing 201.

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Become One of Our Hundreds of Happy Customers!

We love receiving feedback from our clients! This way we can stay on top of our service and provide you with the knowledge you need to succeed in the industry.

“This will allow us to collect international payments much faster. This is very important for us as it is such a large percent of our total business”

My role basically receives LC’s and pass along to our Accounting Department for approval. Only later do I get involved with documentation to avoid discrepancies. Now that I’ve had this training I no longer fear the LC and will have a better understanding of how to prepare the correct documentation. The instructor did a wonderful job of getting all of the participants involved. – International Sales Support Representative”

This class will be a huge help in modifying the LOC instructions and check lists to send out organization wide.”