Managing your import compliance to avoid costly penalties
Staying compliant with your imports and exports can be difficult for even the largest companies. International shipping is subject to complex, ever-changing regulatory requirements that make it very difficult for companies to stay current.
Working with Livingston makes it easier to manage customs compliance and risk. Our team of experts knows the applicable legislation and customs regulations inside and out, making sure that your shipments meet all regulatory requirements. Our compliance services include:
- Audit assistance: Livingston’s consulting team can help you prepare for an audit through pro-active documentation, and also by providing guidance in the event of an actual audit.
- Customs Self-Assessment (CSA) and Importer Self-Assessment (ISA): One way to remain compliant is to monitor your own trade activities. Livingston Consulting can help you build an internal assessment program to ensure you are meeting all external requirements.
- Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) and Partners in Protection (PIP): These programs, designed by the U.S. and Canadian governments respectively, hold importers to a higher level of security and provide options for preferential trade treatment. Livingston can help you apply for and become part of these programs.
- Global product classification: Improperly classified goods are one of the biggest problems with import shipments. Let the expert team at Livingston ensure that your database is properly classified.
Contact one of our experts to learn more about how Livingston’s customs brokerage and consulting services can help you stay compliant.