INLT

U.S. Customs - Power of Attorney and Verification Update - 2022

How to keep your antique vehicle out of the compactor

Importing classic cars

What if a bill of lading is not available for cross-border shipments?

Using INLT's Tracing Report for cross-border shipments

Everything you need to know about importing wood products and the Lacey Act

The Lacey Act

Are there any special permits or treatment needed to import plywood?

Importing plywood

Are seats with removable cushions considered upholstered for classification purposes?

Removable seat cushions

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recognizes importers by their DUNS number, here's how to get one

Importers of FDA regulated products need a D-U-N-S Number

Block 24 is labeled "Reference Number" so why can't I enter a reference number?

Block 24 of the CBP Form 7501

An quick explanation of the CBP Form 5106 or Importer ID Input Record

What is a CBP Form 5106?

What is Prior Notice and when does it need to be filed?

FDA Prior Notice requirements

What to do if you think your competition is violating CBP rules and regulations

Reporting suspected violations and illicit trade activity

U.S. Customs and Border Protection isn't the only game in town, here's what you can expect from other agencies at the border

What are Partner Government Agencies?

The ACE Portal offers importers access to a wealth of import data, here's how to create an account

Applying for an ACE Portal account

Liquidation is the often considered the final step in the lifecyle of an entry

The liquidation process

If you need your entry cancelled, here are some guidelines and expectations to make the process a little smoother

How an entry gets cancelled

Substantial transformation, tariff shift rules, and how careful attention to country of origin can save you money

Determining country of origin

Formerly one of the most important documents in the entry process, this form is now obsolete

What happened to the CBP Form 3461?

Step-by-step instructions on how to run your PMS report each month

Running your Periodic Monthly Statement report in ACE

You might be surprised to hear what is required on the commercial invoice for goods imported into the United States

Commercial invoice requirements

Duties and fees can be paid on a monthly statement, here's how it works

Breaking down the Periodic Monthly Statement (PMS)

You received a liquidated damages notice from U.S. Customs, now what?

Paying a liquidated damages notice

How to pay your duties directly to Customs and Border Protection

How many importers, shippers, and bills of lading can be on one entry.

What is an entry?

The importer of record is responsible for ensuring goods are imported in accordance with U.S. Customs regulations

Who is the importer of record?

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Terminology, definitions, and processes related to the entry of merchandise and customs compliance