Customs Brokerage
THE VIGILANT VIGIL – 28th EDITION
Welcome, visitor, to the Vigil. Here you will find a summation of current global trade changes and regulatory updates. We aim to deliver helpful insights in a timely and relevant manner, to help you remain vigilant in an ever-evolving trade environment. Foreword: CBP Trade and Cargo Security Summit Recap I spent the better part…
KNOWLEDGE IS POWER: It May Be Time to Redefine KYC
KNOWLEDGE IS POWER: It May Be Time to Redefine KYC For more than 30 years, one concept has been drilled into my head as an export compliance professional: Know Your Customer (KYC). Know who you are selling to. Know where the product is going. Know the ultimate consignee and end user. Know what they…
Brokerage Entry Audits in a High-Tariff Era: How We Help Importers Avoid Costly Mistakes
Imagine paying a 200% tariff for months without realizing you never owed it. We have seen it happen, even to diligent importers with complete documentation in hand. The Real Cost of Today’s Tariff Landscape The current environment is the most complex we have seen. Traditional duties, anti-dumping, Section 301 tariffs, and Section 232 aluminum measures…