Imports Compliance
We have control over your Imports from start to finish.
Imports Compliance
- No matter your business’s size, the importing process can be a maze of confusing paperwork and shipping procedures. The United States holds importers responsible for all imports they bring into the country.
- If your business imports anything into the U.S., then “trade compliance” may have different definitions for different people in your company. Generally speaking, import trade compliance is the process that ensures your import activities comply with the scope of U.S. rules and regulations.
- Customs authorities use a wide range of audits to assess compliance and risk for imports of all shapes and sizes. It is a common myth that customs authorities only focus on large importers, but the truth is that they also audit smaller importers.
The U.S. government requires that all companies who import goods and products into the U.S. follow regulatory requirements. These laws are meant to protect U.S. citizens, protect national security, and collect revenue through tariffs.
The HTS is a code used by U.S. Customs to determine tariffs on commodities coming into the U.S. There are over 17,000 possible HTS classifications, so it can get confusing to find the right classification code for your specific goods and products. The U.S. government has a searchable HTS tool that you can use to find the HTS code that applies to your needs.
Over the years, Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) have become one of the best ways to open up foreign markets to U.S. exporters. These agreements reduce barriers to U.S. exports and generally make it easier (and cheaper) for U.S. companies to export their products to trading partners.
The United States Customs And Border Protection is one component of the Department Of Homeland Security (DHS). It is responsible for facilitating and securing trade, travel, and imports to ensure the nation’s safety.
Get an experienced trade consultant working directly with you while we develop your company's specific imports controls. Our professionals assure that everything is implemented correctly the first time, helping you save time and avoid costly fines, penalties and bad publicity.
