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28/11/2019
Incoterms Explained: Delivery at Place (DAP)
The agreed place of delivery (e.g. the terminal) needs to be specifically named. The buyer then takes care of the import formalities and transportation to the final destination. It is very similar to Delivery at Terminal (DAT) . Risks and Costs for the Seller The seller is responsible for …
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30/12/2022
The Combined Nomenclature (CN)
It also implements the gradual reduction of duty rates for products covered by the "Declaration on the Expansion of Trade in Information Technology Products" agreement, also known as the ITA agreement. The relevant part of the agreement, which specifies the reductions to be implemented by 2023, can …
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25/9/2023
Customs and Crustaceans
Why customs needs to be different for lobsters and other live shellfish When importing dead fish, you are required to present an IUU catch certificate during the import clearance process so that you can prove the catch is legal. This is because illegal fishing wreaks havoc on local communities, …
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26/3/2024
Meet Our People: Maarten Clarysse
In this edition, we are excited to present one of our claims and compliance managers from Belgium, Maarten Clarysse, who works with our team in Belgium to keep our operators and clients compliant with customs authorities. Join us as he shares his experience with claims and compliance. Who are …
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5/6/2023
Benefits of Inward Processing Relief (IPR)
What is IPR? Inward Processing Relief, or IPR, is a procedure enabling you to process, modify, destroy, or repair imported goods without the obligation to pay customs duties. It’s a form of economic licence which allows you to gain an advantage when producing or handling raw products. You are …
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26/6/2023
Meet Our People: Elizabeth Gildea
Who are you? My name is Elizabeth Gildea, I am the newly appointed chief financial officer for the Customs Support Group. I am based in The Netherlands, usually in Amsterdam or the Rotterdam office as this is where our group finance, treasury, tax and legal teams are based. I’m Irish and have had …
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29/12/2022
Meet Our People: Kati Fortino
Who are you? My name is Kati Fortino. I’m 32 years old, and I live near Helsinki with my Italian husband and our 1.5-year-old boy. My career in customs started in 2013 at SA-TU Logistics, now Customs Support Finland. I’ve had different positions in the customs industry. I began in exports and …
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8/5/2023
Meet Our People: Stephan Hoffert
Who are you? I’m Stephan Hoffert, and I’ve been working for Customs Support for just over one year. My background is in international sales, which I have worked in since 1998. Throughout my career, I have worked in several sectors: communication, office supplies, security and now in the customs …
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31/10/2023
Meet Our People: Steven Cossaer
In this edition, we are excited to present Operations Director Belgium Steven Cossaer, who works with our Belgian branches to ensure that our people have the resources they need, clients are serviced well, and that we are able to maintain quality as we expand. Join us as Steven shares his insights …
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21/9/2023
Sanctions on Russian iron and steel
Which commodities are affected by the sanctions on Russian iron and steel? The two main HS tariff chapters that are affected by the sanctions on Russian are: 72 – Iron and steel. 73 – Articles of iron and steel. It is important to ensure that you are using the correct customs goods classification …