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Millions of cross-border transactions happen daily without any problems – certainly these efficient supply chains, relatively low tariffs, and the degree of regulatory harmonization unprecedented in the industrial world are upsides of globalization. But this international system is far from perfect, and some complications can arise.
Self-inflicted problems happen when companies fail to complete/submit all necessary international trade documentation. Avoid common mistakes by following checking you’ve completed the following steps:
Include a shipped product’s harmonized code number on the commercial invoice – Without this code, domestic customs cannot enter the transaction into their system. This stops the product from being shipped, and if it did arrive at the designated port, customs authorities wouldn’t know what duties to charge. The goods would then be stored in a warehouse, possibly incurring storage fees, until the product’s duties were calculated and collected.
Correctly label the product’s harmonized code – Label your products with their harmonized code as customs won’t clear shipments with incorrect codes. (Ex: labelling bailing wire with the code for climbing rope)
Indicate the product’s country of origin.
Indicate which port goods are shipped from on the commercial invoice.
Include the export license number – Include this on the commercial invoice if your product requires an export license.
File in the Automated Export System – You must do this in the US if your goods value over $2500. You can file this or hire a freight forwarder to file this on your behalf before your goods leave port.
Non-tariff barriers
Some obstacles are erected by foreign customs, so just be wary and double check all documentation when you ship abroad.
Check the Harmonized Code on the final invoice – it’s not uncommon for customs agents to change the Harmonized Code listed on the invoice as more than one tariff number can apply to some products. In a small number of cases, there could be significant differences in the duties/tariffs for each code, and customs agents may change the code to maximize their treasury’s revenue. Furthermore, although illegal, it sometimes happens that customs agents attempt to substitute codes for dissimilar products to collect more revenue. If you or your customs broker or customer sees evidence of this, make a report to the International Trade Administration of the Department of Commerce at http://tcc.export.gov
Contact your government if you suspect you’re being treated unfairly – Some countries, despite being signatories to multiple trade agreements, will attempt to circumvent these agreements by piling on extraneous rules. For example, they may require complex, lengthy, expensive product testing or product licensing before your goods can be sold to their markets.
So don’t be afraid to double check all documentation, and make a complaint to your government if you believe you or your buyer are being treated unfairly. In many instances you'll get the relief you seek and deserve, and your resolution will help others who come after you.
( Vivian )27 Jul,2016
| Product Model | Inside Diameter | Outside Diameter | Thickness |
| NUTR207/3AS NTN | 35 | 72 | 29 |
| NUTR306/3AS NTN | 30 | 72 | 29 |