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Excise duty
Duty reclaims
Special procedures
Tariff classification assigns a commodity code to goods for completion of declarations and is principally used to determine the rate of customs duty. Misclassification can yield financial and compliance implications. We can review existing codes and determine accurate classifications.
A goods value must be declared on the customs declaration, providing the basis for duty and import VAT payable. There are six valuation methods and errors can yield duty underpayments / overpayments. We can determine appropriate methods to ensure compliance.
The rules of origin embedded in trade agreements establish the customs nationality of the goods and continues to be a complex area for businesses. We can advise on the originating status of goods and the requirements to claim preference.
Preferential origin
Customs valuation
Classification
Special procedures can reduce, postpone or eliminate the duty and import VAT payable on goods imported under specific conditions. We have extensive experience in helping clients apply for authorisations and implement special procedures e.g. Customs Warehousing, Inward Processing etc.
With our CustomsID data analytics tool, we can identify instances of overpaid duty and as such, opportunities for duty reclaims. We can collate a schedule of relevant entries and supporting documentation to assist the submission process.
Excise duties are applicable to products such as alcohol and tobacco and become subject to excise duty when produced or imported into the UK. We can review products to assess excise duty liabilities and review obligations to ensure compliance.
Data analytics
Authorised Economic Operator
Export controls
Customs data analytics involves the automated scrutiny of customs data. Our analytics tool, Customs-ID, uses sophisticated software to analyse import and export data and identify risks and opportunities, giving full visibility of your business’ duty exposure and compliance profile.
AEO accreditation is internationally recognised and signals that a business’ supply chain is secure and customs procedures are compliant. We have experience in assisting clients with AEO applications, gaining accreditation and implementing best practice procedures in the process.
Exports of goods which are deemed sensitive e.g. military and dual use goods are ‘controlled’ and regulated through a system of export licensing. We can support in obtaining the necessary licences, advise on relevant procedures, post-shipment compliance and record keeping.
Training
Incoterms®
HMRC audits and disputes
We can deliver bespoke and in-person training sessions to key personnel responsible for managing customs obligations within the business. We can offer introductory sessions and more advanced tailored sessions specific to the business’ needs.
Incoterms® (‘International Commercial Terms’) are universally recognised rules for clarifying the responsibilities of buyers and sellers in international sale transactions. We can review the Incoterms® and commercial contracts to ensure that the business is clear on roles, responsibilities and risks.
We have extensive experience in supporting clients with post-import audits and customs related disputes with HMRC. We support clients through the various stages in a dispute process, up to, and including, the last resort of appealing to the tax tribunal.
Customs valuation
Preferential origin
Excise
duty
Duty reclaims
Special procedures
Data analytics
Authorised
Economic Operator
Export controls
Training
Incoterms®
HMRC audits
and disputes
A goods value must be declared on the customs declaration, providing the basis for duty and import VAT payable. There are six valuation methods and errors can yield duty underpayments / overpayments. We can determine appropriate methods to ensure compliance.
The rules of origin embedded in trade agreements establish the customs nationality of the goods and continues to be a complex area for businesses. We can advise on the originating status of goods and the requirements to claim preference.
Special procedures can reduce, postpone or eliminate the duty and import VAT payable on goods imported under specific conditions. We have extensive experience in helping clients apply for authorisations and implement special procedures e.g. Customs Warehousing, Inward Processing etc.
With our CustomsID data analytics tool, we can identify instances of overpaid duty and as such, opportunities for duty reclaims. We can collate a schedule of relevant entries and supporting documentation to assist the submission process.
Excise duties are applicable to products such as alcohol and tobacco and become subject to excise duty when produced or imported into the UK. We can review products to assess excise duty liabilities and review obligations to ensure compliance.
Exports of goods which are deemed sensitive e.g. military and dual use goods are ‘controlled’ and regulated through a system of export licensing. We can support in obtaining the necessary licences, advise on relevant procedures, post-shipment compliance and record keeping.
AEO accreditation is internationally recognised and signals that a business’ supply chain is secure and customs procedures are compliant. We have experience in assisting clients with AEO applications, gaining accreditation and implementing best practice procedures in the process.
Customs data analytics involves the automated scrutiny of customs data. Our analytics tool, Customs-ID, uses sophisticated software to analyse import and export data and identify risks and opportunities, giving full visibility of your business’ duty exposure and compliance profile.
We have extensive experience in supporting clients with post-import audits and customs related disputes with HMRC. We support clients through the various stages in a dispute process, up to, and including, the last resort of appealing to the tax tribunal.
Incoterms® (‘International Commercial Terms’) are universally recognised rules for clarifying the responsibilities of buyers and sellers in international sale transactions. We can review the Incoterms® and commercial contracts to ensure that the business is clear on roles, responsibilities and risks.
We can deliver bespoke and in-person training sessions to key personnel responsible for managing customs obligations within the business. We can offer introductory sessions and more advanced tailored sessions specific to the business’ needs.