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Realize that all shipments are federally regulated & act accordingly
Align with the experts: Carriers, Freight Forwarders, Customs Brokers, Truckers,
Packers, Bankers, Educators.
1. Ignorance Is Bliss???
Knowledge is indeed power & it saves $$$$
Realize that you are part of the Supply Chain & familiarize yourself with the players in the
Supply Chain
The Supply Chain is a Motley Crew: Customs Brokers, Freight Forwarders, Ocean Carriers,
Airlines, Truckers, Packers, Warehouses, Bankers, Insurance Brokers, Importers, Exporters,
Customs & Border Protection
They are intended to clearly communicate the tasks, costs, and risks associated
with the international transportation & delivery of goods.
3. Insurance No Thanks
What is the Carriers liability?
What is General Average?
FPA coverage vs. All Risk coverage
What type of insurance does CIF incoterm require?
Value of Goods vs. Risk of Loss
The role of OFAC (The State Departments Office of Foreign Assets Control)
6. Diversion Shipments
Who is my Customer?
7. Is it a Fee or a Bribe?
Department of Justice
CBP is the enforcement arm of many government agencies: USDA, FDA, CPSC
Rates of Duty
Binding Ruling
Voluntary Disclosure
Tariff Shopping
Port Shopping
IPR Infringement
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Realize that all shipments are federally regulated & act accordingly
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