In international trade, few things cause more trouble or cost more money than misclassifying imports. The Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) code you assign determines not only the duty rate but also whether your goods fall under punitive trade tariffs like Section 301 or 232.

In international trade, few things cause more trouble or cost more money than misclassifying imports. The Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) code you assign determines not only the duty rate but also whether your goods fall under punitive trade tariffs like Section 301 or 232.

Trade relationships between the United States, Mexico, and Canada have come a long way since the early NAFTA days. Now operating under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), this modernized pact gives businesses new ways to reduce the cost of cross-border …

In global trade, it’s not just freight costs and tariffs that hit your bottom line; it’s the surprises. One of the biggest? Customs inspections. Whether you’re moving electronics, apparel, or industrial parts, a flagged container can lead to delays, damage, …

Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) are treaties between countries that offer duty preferences on qualifying goods. While they do not eliminate or reduce tariffs, FTAs help lower import duties, a key cost component for many importers and exporters. For businesses navigating …

At ITC Diligence International, we help importers navigate complex customs strategies and one of the most overlooked tools is duty drawback. In a year dominated by rising tariffs and shifting trade policy, this program offers a way to recover costs …