In a recent Tribunal case, Princes faced a challenge familiar to many businesses: claiming preferential duty rates without the required statement of origin. During a routine…

Choosing the right customs duty consultant is crucial for effective compliance and cost optimisation. This article from Barbourne Brook outlines essential considerations, drawing…

The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) comes into effect from December 2024. Imports and exports with ratified countries will benefit…

There are all sorts of tried-and-tested customs planning options applicable to different scenarios. But often, two different planning options, such as preference use under a Free…

HMRC has updated its guidance on business responsibilities with customs agents, clarifying who is liable for customs debts — a crucial issue for international trade companies.

Are customs operations taking a backseat in your financial strategy? Overlooking this area could lead to unexpected customs duty costs, particularly in a post-Brexit world where…

Even the biggest names in the industry aren't immune to customs planning errors. Recent developments indicate that Nike faces scrutiny for potential customs violations at its EMEA…

HMRC's ‘Modernised Authorisations’ (MA) portal aims to simplify, standardise, and digitalise the customs authorisations process by grouping 42 different procedures into five…

Many Finance Directors are surprised to learn that they hold ultimate responsibility for customs declarations, often unaware of their obligations and liabilities. This lack of…

In international trade, accurate classification of goods in customs declarations is crucial. A minor error, from a recent case, such as a misclassifying a garment as ‘champagne’,…