Customs and Logistics

Regardless of the operational business model, any export manufacturing operation will deal with customs and logistics, here are some questions that focus on key considerations:

Why should a Mexican entity use the services of a licensed Mexican customs Broker?

  • Broker will perform the classification of the goods listed on the Maquiladora program and on all imports and exports in and out of Mexico.
  • Broker will be the official representative to perform customs business on behalf of the Mexican entity.
  • Broker will file all import and export documentation to expedite shipments efficiently.

Why Should the U.S. Importer of Record use the services of a Licensed U.S. Custom Broker?

  • Broker will be the official representative to perform customs business on behalf of the U.S. importer of record.
  • Broker will file all import and export documentation to expedite shipments efficiently, helping all new importers meet the reasonable care requirements

Things you need to know about US Customs:

  • Intellectual property or trademarks must be reported to U.S. Customs
  • If claiming a conditionally free or a special tariff provision on imports (I.e. NAFTA,9802,GSP,etc.), you will then need to ask the following questions:

  • Intellectual property or trademarks must be reported to U.S. Customs. Does the importer of record have a legal right to import such goods?
  • Does the good need to comply with other agency requirements (i.e. FDA, EPA, DOT, USDA, etc.) prior to or upon entry, including the procurement of any necessary licenses or permits?

 

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