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Navigating the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) can feel like trying to decode a foreign language – but it’s an essential skill for anyone involved in international trade. As the official system for classifying imported goods and determining duty rates, the HTSUS plays a critical role in ensuring compliance, calculating tariffs, and […]
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On April 1, 2024, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) released a new Cargo Systems Messaging Service announcement addressing “vague descriptions” of imported merchandise. The CSMS reminded importers of the importance of using a complete verbal description, in English, with sufficient detail. On April 11, 2024, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) released a new CSMS: “# 60144714 –
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On April 1, 2024, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) released a new Cargo Systems Messaging Service announcement addressing “vague descriptions” of imported merchandise used by filers (importers of record). The CSMS reminded importers of the importance of using a complete verbal description, in English, with sufficient detail. Let’s remember the goal of using a verbal description: we
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