Importing FDA regulated products into the US.? You need to understand the regulations to be successful. Please review the article at this link with advice from Taggart International Ltd Executive Vice-President, Sean Scarbrough and our friends at FDA Compliance Simplified: https://fdasimplified.com/blog/there-is-nothing-simple-about-importing-products-into-the-united-states/
WSJ.com Video On Right And Wrong Ways To Reduce The Burden Of Import Duties
Importers need to be very aware of the rules when planning a supply chain strategy to reduce the burden of tariffs. Even prior to the sanctions, this has been an important subject with which to understand and comply. The below illustrates several of the illegal practices. What the video does not properly illustrate is the impact… Read more »
China Section 301 Product Exclusions Announcement
The U.S. Trade Representative announced on December 28, 2018 that certain products are now excluded from Section 301 for one year. U.S. Customs issued instructions this afternoon indicating that 31 product categories have been excluded from List #1 of the Chinese sanctions under Section 301 effective now. CBP will issue implementation instructions regarding entry procedures… Read more »
U.S. GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN – EFFECT ON CUSTOMS AND PGA OPERATIONS
The government shutdown began on December 22nd. Since the 24th of December was declared a Federal Holiday, U.S. Customs first full regular day of business after the shutdown will be on Wednesday the 26th. However, Customs operations are expected to be affected as in previous shutdowns and on a very limited basis. 5,200 of the 60,100… Read more »
POSTPONEMENT OF ADDITIONAL SANCTIONS FOR CHINA UNDER SECTION 301
Ongoing negotiations between the United States and China have resulted in the postponement of additional sanctions under Section 301 for certain Chinese products covered by List #3. Currently, the additional duty rate for the affected goods is 10%, but that rate was scheduled to be increased to 25% as of January 1, 2019. The U.S…. Read more »
