At Risk for a Customs Exam?
…goods. If descriptions match goods that are frequently counterfeited, the risk score is very high. Intellectual Property Rights. Goods that may contain logos (apparel, footwear, etc.) are higher risk due…
Stop Importer Identity Theft
…to many importers their names are being used in many instances to import contraband and intellectual property rights (IPR) goods. By the time an importer discovers the ruse, the thieves…
U.S. Enacts Changes to Exports Controlled for National Security Reasons
Effective June 20, the Bureau of Industry and Security has revised the Commerce Control List to implement changes made to the Wassenaar Arrangement’s List of Dual-Use Goods and Technologies. These…
US Customs to Begin Issuing ISF Liquidated Damages
…9, 2013. Enforcement actions will not apply to ISF-5 transactions, which involve goods transiting, but not remaining in, the US. Liquidated damages enforcement actions instituted by a port will be…
It’s Raining… Inside My Container!?
…that originates in the tropics, such as coffee, seeds, beans and nuts. If transporting retail goods, you will be better served by hanging desiccants. Plastic barriers used to enclose inner…
Charitable Fund donates over $23K
In spite of the country’s sluggish economy last year, Mohawk and its employees never wavered from their commitment to charitable giving. Today, the company announces its second highest year of…
Keep Your Money Longer with Periodic Monthly Statement
…the release of goods. Why is this so good? Normally all duties are paid just ten days after the release of the goods. Customs brokers usually request payment of invoices…
Interactive Port Maps Galore at Worldportsource.com
It’s ports-a-plenty at worldportsource.com, a free online directory of satellite maps and other information on over 4,500 world ports. The site lists ports by country and region. An interactive satellite…
Don’t Overlook Reasonable Care
…their Customs broker with a truly complete product description or accurate country of origin because they don’t think they have to sweat the details. What they may not realize is…
If My Cargo Is Not Adequately Insured, What Is My Exposure?
…of these risks are not contemplated by riders attached to property covers that attempt to protect goods in transit. As such, these riders fall short of the mark. De Facto…