Compliance

New US import rules for low-value shipments
By Ian Simmonds August 28, 2025
The US will eliminate the $800 de minimis requirement for commercial shipping on August 29, therefore imported goods valued under $800 will face tariffs and duties.
Requirements for safety and security declarations when importing products from the European Union.
By Ian Simmonds January 28, 2025
A safety and security statement, sometimes referred to as an "entry summary declaration" or "ENS," will be required for any items imported into the United Kingdom from the European Union as of January 31, 2025.
Import and export Documents
By Ian Simmonds May 2, 2022
Correct documentation is vital when importing or exporting, as inappropriate or overlooked documentation can lead to shipping delays, increased costs and business risks, such as cancelled international commercial activities.
New UK Plastic Packaging Tax
By Ian Simmonds March 24, 2022
The new UK plastic packaging tax (PPT) will come into force on 1 April 2022 and will be charged at a rate of £200 per tonne. What are the considerations for Import, Export and Transport Teams?
ICS Global Services - AEO Consultancy
By Ian Simmonds March 19, 2022
Many international trading companies are now insisting that all business partners within the international supply chain have Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) certification. AEO certification is globally recognised and demonstrates that your activities within the international supply chain are reliable, secure and fully compliant with customs control procedures.
Preferential Duty Rates
By Ian Simmonds March 13, 2022
Businesses importing their products from foreign markets covered by Preferential Trade Agreements can receive the products at reduced or nil rates of duty. Therefore, the importer pays less for their products compared with sourcing them from a foreign market not covered by Preferential Trade Agreements.
Business Strategy for Transfer Pricing
By Ian Simmonds March 13, 2022
Multinational enterprises need to demonstrate that the transfer prices applied in transactions between their related companies is equivalent to prices charged by independent companies in similar economic conditions.
Classifying goods with Customs Authorities
By Ian Simmonds March 13, 2022
An essential and necessary part of successful importing and exporting is the correct classification of your products for customs clearance in accordance with the harmonised system used worldwide. How to classify your goods. What are commodity description codes? Structure of Tariff / Commodity Codes. Are Customs Classifications subject to change? Latest Edition of the Harmonized System (HS).
ICS Global Services - Transfer Pricing and Related Companies.
By Ian Simmonds February 26, 2022
Transfer Pricing is used by multinational enterprises to establish the pricing for goods and services transferred between their related companies situated in different countries. Multinational enterprises often use Transfer Pricing as a method to allocate profits into territories where tax rates are more favourable.
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