Customs Compliance & Brokerage

13 Lessons

FMC Regulatory Compliance for U.S. Ocean Forwarders and NVOS Serving U.S. Ports

Various regulatory requirements imposed by the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission on ocean freight forwarders, NVOCCs and agents of foreign NVOs arranging or providing transportation via U.S. ports.

4 Lessons

CTPAT for Drivers and Warehouse Personnel

Designed to meet the CTPAT requirements for personnel who must understand, perform or otherwise comply with operational security measures. It contains the 7-point, 17-point, and TTVV seal inspection.

3 Lessons

CTPAT for Sea Carrier Personnel

CTPAT requirements for sea carriers that transport cargo to the U.S.

3 Lessons

CTPAT for 3PL Personnel

Outlines the requirments for 3PL personnel to comply with CTPAT

3 Lessons

CTPAT for U.S. Importer Personnel

CTPAT benefits, eligibility requirements, and specific criteria for U.S. Importers.

3 Lessons

CTPAT for Foreign Manufacturer Personnel in Canada or Mexico

CTPAT benefits, eligibility requirements, and specific criteria for Foreign Manufacturers in Canada and Mexico.

3 Lessons

CTPAT for U.S. Exporter Personnel

CTPAT benefits, eligibility requirements, and specific criteria for U.S. Exporters.

3 Lessons

CTPAT for Consolidator/Forwarder Personnel

Basic-level course designed to meet the CTPAT requirements for all employees who must understand, perform or otherwise comply with operational security measures. It will encompass all of the minimum security focus areas and the categories that “must” be met for consolidators including freight forwarders, ocean transportation intermediaries, and non-vessel operating common carriers (NVOCCs).

4 Lessons

CTPAT for Customs Broker Personnel

Basic-level course designed to meet the CTPAT requirements for all employees who must understand, perform or otherwise comply with operational security measures. It will encompass all of the minimum security focus areas and the categories that “must” be met. We begin with the requirements for all CTPAT members and their business partners. The course continues by discussing the benefits, eligibility requirements, and specific criteria for customs brokers and ends with those specified for importers.

8 Lessons

CTPAT for U.S. Exporter Managers, Supervisors, and CTPAT Administrators

Comprehensive course for those managers, supervisors, or other staff in charge of setting-up, documenting, administering, and ensuring compliance with their company’s CTPAT program. It will encompass all of the minimum security focus areas and the categories that “must” or “should” be met.

8 Lessons

CTPAT for Consolidator/Forwarder Managers, Supervisors, and CTPAT Administrators

Comprehensive course for those managers, supervisors, or other staff in charge of setting-up, documenting, administering, and ensuring compliance with their company’s CTPAT program. It will encompass all of the minimum security focus areas and the categories that “must” or “should” be met.

4 Lessons

Introduction to Importer Security Filing (10+2)

Basic concepts of the importer security filing (ISF) final rule, also known as 10+2. Topics addressed include data elements, collection and filing of the data, and compliance.

9 Lessons

CTPAT for Customs Broker Managers, Supervisors, and CTPAT Administrators

Comprehensive course for those managers, supervisors, or other staff in charge of setting-up, documenting, administering, and ensuring compliance with their company’s CTPAT program. It will encompass all of the minimum security focus areas and the categories that “must” or “should” be met..

13 Lessons

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage

Overview of the services provided by costoms brokers in the U.S.

3 Lessons

U.S Exports Requiring Special Customs Processing or Additional Information

Requirements and procedures for U.S. Exports:Under Customs Bond including exports from foreign trade zones; Subject to an ATA Carnet; of used self-propelled vehicles (including aircraft and watercraft).

18 Lessons

U.S. Exports Subject to Controls & Export Licensing Procedures

Detailed training for freight forwarders on U.S. export controls and the procedures for export compliance.

1 Lessons

Manufacturer Identification Code

Explains Manufacturer Identification codes and details when they are required, how they are created and common errors to avoid.

1 Lessons

Processing Requirements for Goods Under Regulation by Section 301 of The Trade Act of 1974

Explains the additional duties of customs brokers and importers filing entries for products originating in China.

2 Lessons

Processing Requirements for Goods Under Regulation by Section 232 of The Trade Expansion Act of 1962

Outlines the responsibilities of customs brokers and importers filing entries for steelmill and aluminum products.

1 Lessons

Processing Requirements for Goods Under Regulation by Section 201 of The Trade Act of 1974

Covers the customs and import requirements for solar cells and large residential washing machines imposed by the Trade Act of 1974.

2 Lessons

Lacey Act Amendment and ABI Processing

An overview of the Lacey Act, specifically amendments included in the 2008 Farm Bill.

4 Lessons

Customs Broker Supervision and Control

CBP supervision and control plan development for 19 CFR 111 compliance.

2 Lessons

U.S. Import & Classification Knowledge Assessments

Two 30 minute assessments. Evaluates knowledge of the import process and classification skills.

19 Lessons

Customs Broker’s Licensure Exam Preparation

This course provides training in the subject matter and competencies needed to pass the U.S. Customs Broker’s exam.

14 Lessons

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage: Part 1

Intruduction to US Customs Brokerage with functions, duties and key relationships of a customs broker.

11 Lessons

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage: Part 2

This course delves deeper into operational aspects of customs brokerage, beginning with import carrier and importer responsibilities prior to arrival of a shipment to be imported.

13 Lessons

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage, Part 3:

This course addresses the transporation information required for a customs release. Also addressed are entry and non-entry types and importer and surety bond information.

17 Lessons

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage, Part 4

This course addresses the documents necessary for specific imports by country and by product. Also addressed are admissibility issues and product compliance. The course concludes with marking requirements for imported products.

24 Lessons

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage, Part 5

This course addresses the structure of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (“HTSUS”) and how to apply the HTS classification steps known as General Rules of Interpretation (“GRIs”) to most types of products. The Additional Rules of Interpretation, general notes, and the most commonly used special provisions in the HTSUS (Chapter 98 and 99), are introduced.

6 Lessons

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage, Part 6

This course addresses the six methods of appraisement for valuation and duty calculation.

9 Lessons

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage, Part 7

This course addresses a general overview of each trade agreement and the supporting documentation required. Customs Brokers must learn how to properly recognize and assess whether special treatment is in order based on the country of origin and understand when to question the information.

7 Lessons

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage, Part 8

This course provides a basic understanding of the requirements for entry transmittal in the Automated Broker Interface (ABI) and operational sequence to get ready for inputting the entry information. Operational and customs requirements post entry to include re-forwarding, liquidation of the entry, accounting including billing the customer, and recordkeeping are also addressed.

1 Lessons

Basics of HTSUS9802

This course covers goods that qualify for classification in Chapter 98, Subchapter 2 under heading 9802 including documentation requirements. .

1 Lessons

Basics of HTSUS9801

This course covers goods that qualify for classification in Chapter 98, Subchapter 1 under heading 9801 including documentation requirements.

9 Lessons

Antidumping and Countervailing Duty

This course addressses antidumping and Countervailing duties. Includes the investigative process, the applicability of an order, filing the entry, obtaining the reimbursement certificate, liquidation and other post-entry aspects, importer best practices, and the penalties for non-compliance.

7 Lessons

Introduction to Partner Government Agencies with U.S. Import Requirements

Introduction to PGA’s with electronic filing capabilities including documents need and regulations.

8 Lessons

Customs Entry Procedures

Introduction to US customs entries are taught in this course. Customs valuation and duty computation, finalization and post-entry handling of customs entries, country of origin and marking requirements, required record-keeping and how Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforces its own and other U.S. import laws and regulations are included.

5 Lessons

U.S. Country of Origin Marking Requirements

Addresses the complex U.S. Marking Requirements of Imported Goods and the differences for goods produced in a USMCA Country.

4 Lessons

U.S. Customs Reconciliation Entry Program

This course addresses how to notify CBP (Customs Border Protection), types of reconciliation entries, issues allowed under a reconciliation entry and alternatives to reconciliation.

5 Lessons

Overview of U.S. Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ)

Overview of what Foreign Trade Zones are, how they began and why they are used and documents required.

3 Lessons

Food and Drug Administration Regulated Imports

FDA regulations for US imports.

1 Lessons

Overview of Forced Labor and Social Compliance

A detailed overview of the requirements and impacts of the Forced Labor Act and the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), the regulations and requirements for importer compliance, assessing risk, documenting the supply chain, and training employees on recognition of forced labor identifiers and what is expected of suppliers are taught in this course.

5 Lessons

Calculations Used in Customs Brokerage

Basic math for customs brokerage.

23 Lessons

U.S. Customs Tariff (HTSUS) Classification

The structure of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (“HTSUS”) and how to apply the HTS classification steps known as General Rules of Interpretation (“GRIs”) are addressed in this course. The Additional Rules of Interpretation, general notes, including USMCA eligibility and the most commonly used special provisions in the HTSUS (Chapter 98 and 99), are introduced.

6 Lessons

Introduction to U.S. Customs Tariff (HTSUS) Classification

This course covers the structure of the HTSUS, a strategy for classification and the importance of getting classification right the first time.

24 Lessons

Harmonized Tariff (HTS) Classification

The HTS classifications are addressed in this course to provide learners with an in-depth knowledge of the structure and the rules of legal Harmonized Tariff classification. This course covers global classification to the first six digits in Chapters 1-97.

7 Lessons

ATA Carnets—Benefits And Procedures

A basic introduction to ATA carnets, and includes U.S. information.

51 Lessons

U.S. Customs Brokerage

Introduces the services provided by U.S. customs brokers and their duties in detail. This course culminates with the processing of customs entries into a simulated CBP Automated Broker Interface (ABI) system.

Course Catalog

FMC Regulatory Compliance for U.S. Ocean Forwarders and NVOS Serving U.S. Ports

CTPAT for Drivers and Warehouse Personnel

CTPAT for Sea Carrier Personnel

CTPAT for 3PL Personnel

CTPAT for U.S. Importer Personnel

CTPAT for Foreign Manufacturer Personnel in Canada or Mexico

CTPAT for U.S. Exporter Personnel

CTPAT for Consolidator/Forwarder Personnel

CTPAT for Customs Broker Personnel

CTPAT for U.S. Exporter Managers, Supervisors, and CTPAT Administrators

CTPAT for Consolidator/Forwarder Managers, Supervisors, and CTPAT Administrators

Introduction to Importer Security Filing (10+2)

CTPAT for Customs Broker Managers, Supervisors, and CTPAT Administrators

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage

U.S Exports Requiring Special Customs Processing or Additional Information

U.S. Exports Subject to Controls & Export Licensing Procedures

Manufacturer Identification Code

Processing Requirements for Goods Under Regulation by Section 301 of The Trade Act of 1974

Processing Requirements for Goods Under Regulation by Section 232 of The Trade Expansion Act of 1962

Processing Requirements for Goods Under Regulation by Section 201 of The Trade Act of 1974

Lacey Act Amendment and ABI Processing

Customs Broker Supervision and Control

U.S. Import & Classification Knowledge Assessments

Customs Broker’s Licensure Exam Preparation

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage: Part 1

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage: Part 2

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage, Part 3:

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage, Part 4

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage, Part 5

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage, Part 6

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage, Part 7

Introduction to U.S. Customs Brokerage, Part 8

Basics of HTSUS9802

Basics of HTSUS9801

Antidumping and Countervailing Duty

Introduction to Partner Government Agencies with U.S. Import Requirements

Customs Entry Procedures

U.S. Country of Origin Marking Requirements

U.S. Customs Reconciliation Entry Program

Overview of U.S. Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ)

Food and Drug Administration Regulated Imports

Overview of Forced Labor and Social Compliance

Calculations Used in Customs Brokerage

U.S. Customs Tariff (HTSUS) Classification

Introduction to U.S. Customs Tariff (HTSUS) Classification

Harmonized Tariff (HTS) Classification

ATA Carnets—Benefits And Procedures

U.S. Customs Brokerage