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EU-Mercosur Deal: Tariffs Cut, Trade Boost
We explore a landmark agreement between the EU and Mercosur promises to reshape trade, sustainability, and economic ties for years to come.
Arne Mielken
6 min read
EU-Mercosur: Our Customs FAQ
🔒Customs professionals: Navigate tariffs, quotas, and compliance when exporting EU goods to Mercosur with our practical, detailed guide.
Arne Mielken
3 min read
EU-Mercosur FTA Facts for Customs Pros
🔒EU-Mercosur FTA: What Customs Pros Need to Know On Agri, Critcal Raw Materials, Health & Safety and SD provisions
Arne Mielken
3 min read
FTA: EU & Mercosur - Legal Text
🔒Access the legal text of the EU-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement (FTA) for detailed provisions on trade, tariffs, and market access.
Arne Mielken
1 min read
EU Steel Safeguard Alert
🔒New EU steel rules cap tariff-free imports, double duties, and add Melt & Pour traceability. Customs teams, prepare now.
Arne Mielken
4 min read
Global Import Checklist
🔒Answer 15 critical questions with examples from the EU, UK, and U.S. to import goods smoothly, legally, and cost-effectively worldwide.
Arne Mielken
4 min read
U.S. BIS Affiliates Rule FAQ
🔒The BIS Affiliates Rule expands export controls to entities 50%+ owned by listed parties. We dive into the updated BIS Entity List FAQ
Arne Mielken
2 min read
Guide: US BIS 50% Affiliate Rule
🔒 BIS now restricts entities 50%+ owned by listed parties. Stronger due diligence and compliance required to avoid violations. We explain.
Arne Mielken
2 min read
The Export Control & Sanctions Watch Edition 33
🔒EU 3D Printing Controls | North Korea Chemical import report | AI in AML | China Rare Earths | FAQ U.S. BIS Affiliate Rule | Human Rights | Iran | Russia | Narcotics
Arne Mielken
2 min read
EU "2B510" 3-D Printer Export Controls Briefing
🔒 Advanced metal 3D printers could face EU export controls under 2B510. Know the four criteria for licensing and stay compliant.
Arne Mielken
4 min read
The Monday Mandate: Your Trade Briefing
🆓 Start your week ahead of the curve with The Monday Mandate — your free Monday morning trade briefing from Customs Manager Ltd.
Arne Mielken
2 min read
Guide: Unlocking UK Financial Sanctions
Discover the key aspects of UK financial sanctions, including the impacted parties, restricted activities, reporting duties, exceptions, com
Arne Mielken
5 min read
UK: Finance Sanctions Compliance Duties
🔒Financial institutions must identify, freeze, restrict, and report assets linked to designated persons to meet UK sanctions obligations.
Arne Mielken
3 min read
U.S. Entity List: What to Know
🔒Understand the U.S. Entity List, how entities are added, and what steps your business must take to stay compliant and avoid penalties.
Arne Mielken
3 min read
The Customs Watch EU&UK: Edition 35
🔒EU–India FTA| EU Iran Sanctions Back | U.S. UK Deal | EU Biometric Borders Launch | Steel ADD | Auto Update | AI in Customs | UCC e-customs Report & new slides | VAT & WTO Rulings
Arne Mielken
2 min read
The Customs Watch USA: Edition 32
🔒🔒232 Wood Tariffs | Gov Shut! | U.S.–EU Trade | CBP Updates | Trade Docs & AI | BIS 50% Rule | FDA Alerts | Incoterms Simplified | Sections 232 Updates
Arne Mielken
2 min read
New Section 232 Tariffs on Timber
🔒 U.S. imposes Section 232 tariffs on timber, lumber, and derivatives starting Oct. 14, 2025, with rates rising in 2026. Let's explore
Arne Mielken
2 min read
U.S. Gov Shutdown: Trade Ops Disruptions Explained
🔒A U.S. government shutdown halts or slows key trade functions. Customs continues, but many regulatory and licensing services freeze. We explain.
Arne Mielken
2 min read
The Export Control & Sanctions Watch Edition 32
🔒U.S. 50% BIS Rule | UN & EU Snapback on Iran | AML Enforcement Surges | UK & EU Russia Measures Refined
Arne Mielken
2 min read
PAS 41201: Have Your Say on UK Customs Standards
HMRC and BSI are shaping a new UK customs standard — PAS 41201. Here’s why you must review it before 3 October 2025.
Arne Mielken
4 min read
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