Customs brokerage
While every country operates under a different set of customs rules and regulations, navigating through them can be a hassle for businesses involved in international trade. This is especially so when the customs laws that govern the importing and exporting of goods change almost every other day.
For instance, not many people know that it is forbidden to import matching shoes to South Africa, Mexico or India. Likewise, the same constraint applies for toothpaste or any dental product imports to Algeria.
Additionally, depending on the goods that a company is importing, there may also be a need for government clearance. This is where customs brokerage firms play a crucial role. They act as the bridge that helps companies move through the customs with ease. Customs brokerage firms are proficient with worldwide shipping regulations and take on the stress of dealing with customs officials.
As customs regulations change so frequently and many clearance procedures are being digitalized, it is also the job of customs brokers to constantly research and stay up-to-date with the ever-changing rules. This allows them to provide consultancy to their clients on the vital information to seamlessly clear cross-border shipments.
Customs brokers are vital in ensuring traders meet the different regulations of various countries. These include electronic data sharing of shipment notifications and compliance status, the disclosure of shipping details when required, the board-level need to understand compliance duties and avoiding the significant penalties for non-compliance.
To discuss your customs brokerage requirements, get in touch with the in-house experts from DHL Global Forwarding today.
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