Increase in Merchandise Processing FeesA bill is expected to be signed by the President on Friday, 10/21, which will increase the Merchandise Processing Fee paid on Formal Entries from the current 0.21% to 0.3464% of the Entered Value. Although the …
Merchandise Processing Fees / Generalized System of Preferences Read more »
If your imported products require Prior Notice to be filed with the FDA (this includes all food/drink for human consumption and food for animals), please instruct your supplier to add a certification statement to each commercial invoice as follows: “I …
As of October 1, 2011, the USFDA began implementation of collecting fees for re-inspection and for non-compliance with recall orders. USFDA recognizes the particular complexities involved in the re-inspection of imported products. They are evaluating comments received in response to …
In accordance with the Food Safety Modernization Act, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration will require all importers of products which require Prior Notice, including food and food for animals, to submit information reporting the name of any country to …
Importing an FDA regulated food product that was previously refused by another country? Read more »
We are encouraging our customers to apply for an ACH number. This allows us to pay duties and user fees on your behalf electronically. It’s a very simple process and we will be happy to walk you through it. Never …
GOT MILK? Effective August 1, 2011, an assessment (tax) on imported dairy products goes into effect. Each importer of dairy products will be required to pay an assessment rate of $00.01327/kilogram (kg) on milk solids for dairy products. The products …
Here is the second video in a series that answers the most common questions we are asked about customs. Please let us know if you have any questions you would like us to answer in future videos.
Here is the first video in a series that answers the most common questions we are asked about customs. Please let us know if you have any questions you would like us to answer in future videos.
Are you thinking of importing Meat, Poultry or Processed Egg Products? The importation of meat, poultry and processed egg products are regulated by the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service. These products must originate from certified countries and establishments to …
Importing Meat, Poultry, or Processed Egg Products, and a note for Tuna Importers Read more »
FDA making BIG Changes The Food Safety Modernization Act was signed into law on January 4, 2011. This new legislation gives the U.S. Food and Drug Administration new mandates and tools to make substantial improvements to food safety. The major …
