Everything about tariff classification, regulations, and international trade.
Learn how duty drawback lets you recover up to 99% of import duties paid on goods that are re-exported. Complete guide to filing claims and maximizing refunds.
Federal excise taxes add significant costs on top of import duties for alcohol, tobacco, and fuel. Learn current rates, filing requirements, and how to calculate total costs.
Learn how related-party transactions impact customs valuation, the transaction value test, CBP scrutiny of intercompany pricing, and strategies to avoid duty overpayment or penalties.
CAFTA-DR eliminates duties on most goods from 6 Central American countries. Learn eligible products, rules of origin, and how to claim preferential rates.
Step-by-step guide to applying for tariff exclusions under Section 301 and Section 232, including eligibility requirements, the USTR process, and strategies for duty relief.
Master the landed cost formula — product price, freight, duties, taxes, and fees. Calculate your true import cost before placing your next order.
Learn how Temporary Import Bonds allow duty-free entry of goods for repair, testing, display, or processing, including TIB types, timelines, bond requirements, and comparison with ATA Carnets.
Discover how Foreign Trade Zones can reduce or eliminate import duties. Learn FTZ benefits, eligibility, and how to leverage them for your import business.
Learn how GSP eliminates import duties on thousands of products from developing countries. Understand eligibility, how to claim benefits, and the program's current status.
Understand the 6 customs valuation methods used by CBP. Learn how transaction value, assists, and royalties affect your duty calculations.
Skip customs duties on temporary imports with an ATA Carnet. Learn how to apply, what's covered, costs, and how to use it for trade shows, samples, and equipment.
Learn how bonded warehouses let you defer duty payments for up to 5 years. Understand warehouse classes, costs, advantages, and when to use one vs an FTZ.
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