Congratulations to Dr. Jennifer Tucker and Jonathan Veley! The National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America (NCBFAA) during its annual Government Affairs Conference awarded USDA senior officials Dr. Jennifer Tucker and Jonathan Veley with the association’s Champion Award. This award recognizes Tucker and Veley for their ‘Outstanding Leadership, Outreach and Collaboration to Make Government Work Better.’ Both Tucker and Veley have worked closely with NCBFAA’s Regulatory Agencies Committee (RAC) leadership throughout the year to ensure a smooth implementation of the USDA’s strengthened regulations for organic imports.
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📚 COMPENDIUM OF #CUSTOMS #VALUATION TEXTS, Edition 2024. ⚖ A Compendium of the #legal #provisions and accompanying texts relating to application of Customs Valuation #legislation was last published in consolidated form in 2022. Since then, a number of developments have intervened i.e. additional rulings and conclusions have been adopted. 🛃 This is an updated and revised version of the Compendium of customs valuation texts as concerns instruments concluded by the Customs #Code Committee and the Customs Expert group - Customs Valuation Section. #export #import #internationaltrade #incotrans_ibas #incotrans_advisors #incotrans_academy #incotrans_technologies
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𝗖𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗠𝗦 𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗘 | The Customs Valuation Compendium has been updated and revised by the European Commission. In addition to minor editorial amendments, the following key changes are made: ➡ Updates to the interpretative notes on customs valuation (WTO CVA). ➡ Revisions to Commentary No 2 regarding the customs valuation treatment of damaged or defective goods upon importation (Art. 132 UCC-IA), including the case studies on warranty situations. ➡ Introduction of Commentary No 19 discussing the customs valuation treatment of buying commissions. ➡ Introduction of Conclusion No 38 addressing the customs valuation treatment of prototype cars and development services provided by a producer during the manufacturing of mass-produced cars. ➡ Inclusion of the recent judgment of the Court of Justice of the European Union in OGL-Food Trade Lebensmittelvertrieb (Case C-770/21) concerning the customs valuation treatment of fruit and vegetables. #customs #trade
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We were joined this morning by FDEA Service Provider member Elizabeth Davies from TariffTel who presented on the importance of compliant customs classification for UK food and drink products. 2 in every 5 tariff codes are incorrect - which can cause delays and fines. Please do get in touch with TariffTel to see how they can help you ensure correct classification of your products. #customs #classification #export #exportservices
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Senior Manager / Lecturer | Global Trade | KPMG Meijburg & Co / Maastricht University
𝗖𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗠𝗦 𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗘 | The Customs Valuation Compendium has been updated and revised by the European Commission. In addition to minor editorial amendments, the following key changes are made: ➡ Updates to the interpretative notes on customs valuation (WTO CVA). ➡ Revisions to Commentary No 2 regarding the customs valuation treatment of damaged or defective goods upon importation (Art. 132 UCC-IA), including the case studies on warranty situations. ➡ Introduction of Commentary No 19 discussing the customs valuation treatment of buying commissions. ➡ Introduction of Conclusion No 38 addressing the customs valuation treatment of prototype cars and development services provided by a producer during the manufacturing of mass-produced cars. ➡ Inclusion of the recent judgment of the Court of Justice of the European Union in OGL-Food Trade Lebensmittelvertrieb (Case C-770/21) concerning the customs valuation treatment of fruit and vegetables. #customs #trade
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🌟 Spotlight on Collaboration: The UK Joint Customs Consultative Committee (JCCC) - A Beacon of Public-Private Partnership 🌟 Lorenzo Rossetti is one of the leading voices in Globsl Customs. A true professional, his appointment to the JCCC is well deserved. Congratulations, Lorenzo! As we embrace the World Customs Organization's theme for 2024, "Customs Engaging Traditional and New Partners with Purpose," it's imperative to highlight the exemplary model of the UK Joint Customs Consultative Committee (JCCC). This forum stands as a testament to the power of collaboration, bridging the gap between HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and the trade and transport industries. The JCCC embodies the essence of public-private partnership, fostering an environment where operational and strategic issues are not just discussed but addressed collectively. By bringing together representatives from a wide spectrum of sectors, the committee ensures that diverse perspectives and insights shape customs policies and procedures. This synergy not only facilitates trade but also enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of customs operations. In a world where the dynamics of trade are constantly evolving, the JCCC's role in facilitating communication and consultation is invaluable. It aligns perfectly with the WCO's vision for 2024, emphasizing the importance of engaging with both traditional and new partners to navigate challenges and seize opportunities with purpose. This initiative demonstrates that when public and private sectors unite with a common goal, the potential for innovation, problem-solving, and progress is limitless. Let's celebrate the JCCC as a shining example of how purpose-driven partnership can lead to transformative outcomes for customs and trade communities worldwide. #CustomsCollaboration #PublicPrivatePartnership #JCCC #TradeFacilitation #WCO2024
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📢 NEW Issue of the Customs Compliance & Risk Management Journal! The latest issue of bi-monthly CCRM journal provides essential updates on the most important developments in the world of customs. The issue starts with news updates from the EU, the UK and Ukraine. The EU customs reform continues to be an important topic. In this issue, we continue to explore the technical details of the proposal. We focus on two topics: -What will change in the import process? -Who is the ‘importer’ and what are their responsibilities? In addition, this issue covers essential updates on the three key areas of customs: -EU communication on tariff classification -Valuation of fruit and vegetables -PEM rules of origin As trade policy attempts to address an increasing and constantly evolving range of geopolitical challenges, borders continue to be the natural place to implement, control and enforce a wide variety of measures. In addition to the core topics of classification, valuation and origin, this issue includes three articles on trade policy measures with a strong border element and customs implications: -CBAM -The EU General Product Safety Regulation -Phase 2 of BTOM implementation We hope that you enjoy reading this issue and that it will allow you to deepen your knowledge of customs. Enjoy reading! https://lnkd.in/eVqV_Tfd Many thanks for all the excellent contributions to this issue to Dr. Aiste Medeliene, Anna Jerzewska, PhD, Anthony (Tony) Buckley, David Savage, Eduardo Leite, Enrika Naujokė, Georgi Goranov, Dr Ilona Mishchenko, Ingrida Sakalienė, John Brew, J. Mark Rowbotham, Khrystyna Zhytniak, Michael Lux, Omer Wagner, Svitlana Siurik #CCRMjournal #customs #experts #sharingknowledge #CustomsClear
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TP Espresso Volume 4 "Year-End Adjustments in the Light of EU TP Directive” Year-End adjustments are very important for many multinationals to ensure arm´s length margins. But little guidance is available how to implement them in an acceptable way. 🏙 The EU published draft guidance how to implement year-end-adjustments 📐 Proper planning and consistency are required 🎯 This needs a proper year-end adjustment process 🛍 Two customs decisions give hope not to pay customs on year-end adjustments Let´s see what the EU proposes in our monthly TP espresso 😊 ☕. Cheers ✌ #TransferPricing #EU #FoodForThought #Espresso #EUTPDirective #Customs #YearEndAdjustments
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