Two Separate Training Workshops, Register For One Or Both 

February 19, 2020 | February 20, 2020

Harmonized Tariff System and Schedule B Classification Workshop

February 19, 2020 | Portland, OR

This program will help you understand how to use the Harmonized Tariff System for imports and the Schedule B listing for exports. Importers and exporters are required to use reasonable care and due diligence in determining accurate product classifications. After the training you will know where to go for help and what to look at when classifying your products. Join Mike Allocca, a nationally known expert in international trade compliance to learn more about HTS and its uses. 

Topics Covered:

• Understand how & why the Harmonized Tariff Schedule was created.
• Learn about the General Rules of Interpretation and how they are used on every classification.
• Learn the difference between a Schedule B & HTS number.
• Understand how to use the CROSS- Customs ruling on-line search system.
• Review instructor & CBP based specific classification examples.
• Review chapter 98 for proper U.S. Goods returned/repairs/warranty classifications.
• Go through the abbreviations for commodity classification and units of quantity/measure.
• Determine the difference between duty, user fees, and antidumping/countervailing duties.

Incoterms 2020 Workshop

February 20, 2020 | Portland, OR

Effective January 1, 2020, Incoterms will change. If you use Incoterms, you will need to be aware of how these changes will impact your business. Join Mike Allocca, a nationally known expert in international trade compliance, to learn more about the upcoming changes. 

Topics Covered:

• A complete review of all new Incoterms 2020: what they are, when and how to use them.
• A listing of common Incoterms errors that most companies make and how to avoid them.
• Sales strategies, quoting with Incoterms, and how to build profit into your exports.
• Strategies to limit liabilities, exposure and costs.
• Understanding responsibilities between buyer and seller in terms of risk, obligation and cost.