CBP
How to Become a US Customs Broker
How to Become a US Customs Broker Are you looking to expand your current position in the import and export field? Maybe you are interested in starting a new career in this area. Becoming a custom broker can be very rewarding, challenging and will require constant learning. Becoming a licensed customs broker can open many [...]
How to Become an Exporter in 5 Simple Steps
How to Become an Exporter We are often asked where to begin the process of getting into the import export business. Most of our clients are either practicing trade compliance or are working for an existing company and not tasked with establishing a program. However, for those of you who are looking to start an [...]
What is CTPAT and Other FAQs
If you are involved in export and import business, you might have come across the term CTPAT and wondered what it was all about. Here are questions and answers on different things you need to know about CTPAT. What is CTPAT, and why is it essential to international trade? CTPAT is an abbreviation for Customs-Trade [...]
The Importance of Trade Compliance
Trade Compliance Training Compliance: noun /kəmˈplʌɪəns/ the action or fact of complying with a wish or command. the state or fact of according with or meeting rules or standards. "all imports are in compliance with regulations" Synonyms: Obedience to, accordance with, observation of, adherence to, "the company's compliance with international law" It sounds simple enough, [...]
Trade Customs Rulings & Decisions – The “Sobro” a Smart Coffee Table
The Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a state’s body. Vested with the power and authority to issue custom legal rulings. It also deals with other legal decisions that relate to the importation of merchandizes. The rulings enable the international trade community to understand how the CPB will treat a prospective carrier transaction or import. [...]
Customs Ruling of the Week – Classification of “Snoopy Sno-Cone Machine.”
In NY N303641, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) discussed the classification of the “Snoopy Sno-Cone Machine.” The imported item is a snow-cone making set for children. It consists of a plastic housing with a metal cylindrical blade. The plastic housing is in the shape of a doghouse and has a closeable chute for the ice [...]
CBP Takes Aim at Forced Labor
CBP’s air, land and seaports processed more than 33 million imports last year. Shirts, shoes, lumber, electronics, dishes, eggplants, squid, coffee, bricks and soccer balls. Makes sliver of the commerce worth a mind-boggling $2.4 trillion. Making the U.S. the world’s second largest importer behind the EU. While trade is more robust than ever, CBP cautions […]
Why You Need Your VERY OWN ACE Account
You can now double check your entries filed by your broker with CBP & directly (or via a trusted consult) interact with CBP via ACE! The Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) is a U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) system. Designed, to facilitate legitimate trade while enhancing the border security. ACE improves collection, sharing, and processing of information […]