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Customs: Roadmap for the Unwary Importer

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All merchandise imported into the United States is required to be cleared through U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP). Clearance is obtained by filing an “entry” with CBP. In 2021 the United States imported $2.8...more

Venable LLP

FMC Fines Ocean Common Carrier for Unreasonable Detention Charges

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On April 22, 2022, the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) fined Hapag-Lloyd A.G. and its agent, Hapag-Lloyd (America) LLC (collectively referred to as "Hapag-Lloyd"), for violating § 41102(c) of the Shipping Act of 1984. The...more

Lowenstein Sandler LLP

Compliance Matters: What Executives Should Know About International Shipments

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As trade compliance gains more traction, US regulators have made it clear that having compliance policies in place is critical, regardless of the company size or the industry. The implementation of such compliance programs...more

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U.S. Customs Aims to Increase Enforcement of the Jones Act

In what could foretell a significant increase in the enforcement of the coastwise trade provisions of the Jones Act, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (Customs) announced on July 18 the creation of the National Jones Act...more

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