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"The Customs Manager" - Our Compliance & Cost-Saving Magazine - Edition 6

Edition 06 - 2024 - Week 06. EU, UK & U.S. Law, Policy & Guidance changes monitored for 05.02.204-11.02.2024


We bring together in one place the changes in EU, UK and U.S. law, policies, and guidance and the best of social media postings from customs experts in one magazine.

Find out why this magazine is all about here.


A message from the editor


Dear colleagues,


Before we get into this week's updates, two announcements:

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All eyes onto the WTO! At Customs Manager Ltd, we are proud to be supporting the WTO in its Ministerial Conference from 26th to 29th February. Please join our daily briefings at 4 pm (UK time) to understand what was achieved and how to interpret the results. Visit www.customsmanager.org/events to book your free ticket.


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Let's celebrate Women in Customs & Global Trade! International Women's Day is on Friday, March 8 2024.


We celebrate the successful women made in customs and global trade.


If you know of someone who can share an inspiring story with us, please contact us at info@customsmanager.org



Please reserve your ticket here:




A week in customs and global trade and so much going on! Let's review it together!


WIll EU steel safeguard measures are to be extended? That is the big question asked in the EU and global steel industry as the EU announced its review. On the "Prohibition & Restriction" front, the EU aims to become the first mercury-free economy, and a prohibition rule in on the way. Regarding FTAs and Rules of Origin, Niue is to become part of the EU – Pacific States FTA, too, and PEM convention alternative Rules of Origin can be applied to Ukraine and EU-Canada trde has been reviewed. View all changes in this update.

 

As regards ESG, the EU presented a revised strategy for going carbon-neutral. In its new recommendations, the EU said that European industry must accelerate carbon capture, transport, and storage technologies to reduce emissions, enhance competitiveness, and ensure socially fair transitions, despite costly changes in certain sectors. We have the details in this update.


From the U.S. come the news that for the first time, the US did more trade with Mexico in 2023 than any nation previously, according to U.S. Census Bureau data, supassing Canada. This, plus the latest updates on Forced Labor Laws, a new Trade Snapshort and more in this update.


The UK has published important clarity on what is considered the origin for food products when imported to Great Britain.


As it is the Chinese e Lunar New Year, and the year of the dragon, I have the pleasure to share the 2024 Trade Facilitation Annual Report of China, recently released by Beijing Re-code Trade Security and Facilitation Research Center.


I hope you enjoy this edition of The Customs Manager. If you have any feedback, please get in touch at info@customsmanager.org


Arne Mielken

Editor & CEO Customs Manager Ltd.



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MEET UP: Join us This Friday for the Weekly Wrap-Up.


This Friday, we will host the second edition of a weekly live online meet-up service called "Weekly Wrap", free for everyone to attend. During this 30-minute session, we will discuss the highlights from Monday and Tuesday's publications and answer any questions.


LEARNING: Lunch n'Learn This Friday


This is a live training session regarding customs and export controls/sanctions, and the audience can determine the agenda (but we do propose an agenda below). We will explore a specific topic in more depth during this weekly session. You can sign up here.


Top Tip: If you are a premium paid plan subscriber, you can use your discount coupon with a separate notification. Enter this coupon code at checkout to set the fee to zero.


The tentative schedule for these sessions is (all times UK time - GMT) and how to book:



 

UPDATES


Anti-Dumping Duty Updates

An anti-dumping duty is an extra import tariff imposed on top of the standard customs duty and applicable throughout a customs region. Its purpose is to enable countries to take action against the sale of goods at a price below their usual value, which is determined as the cost for similar goods sold in the exporter's domestic market. Check out our exclusive blog section on Anti-Dumping Duty for the most recent updates, informative articles, videos, and news. https://www.customsmanager.info/all-news/categories/_add 

 


Tip: If you are interested in this topic, bookmark this link and check weekly.


 → EU: Latest ADD & CVD cases

 

New EU ADD Guide

The European Commission has published an updated guide on 'How to make an anti-dumping complaint' to assist EU producers affected by dumped imports in preparing a complaint for an anti-dumping investigation. The guide aims to restore a level playing field in the EU market by allowing producers to submit a formal complaint containing evidence of dumping and resulting injury to EU industry. The guide is available in all European Union languages. It includes a structured format for companies to prepare complaints, links to information sources, forms for data provision, and step-by-step guidance for calculations.

 

Importers of biodiesel should be aware: Anti Subsidy measure to end?

The European Union has requested that the anti-subsidy measures applicable to biodiesel imports originating in Argentina be reviewed for their expiration. Read details here

 

Will the EU Steel Safeguard measure be extended?

The EU is considering a possible extension in time and review of the safeguard measures applicable to imports of certain steel products (until June 30 2024). The European Commission has initiated ...read more . Read the legislation here. Press Release here

 


→ UK: Latest ADD & CVD cases


TRA starts reviews of safeguards – Hot-Rolled Flat & Coil steel

The TRA has initiated a suspension review and Tariff Rate Quota review of the current safeguards measure on Category 1 steel products. Find out more


TRA proposes keeping Corrosion Resistant Steel measure

The TRA has published interim findings recommending that an anti-dumping measure on imports of Corrosion Resistant Steel from China be maintained.  Find out more


-> US: Latest ADD & CVD Updates


ADD evasion case on Chinese lightweight thermal paper importers Exquis Inc., Lollicup USA Inc., and Sanster Corporation

CBP found evidence that Chinese lightweight thermal paper importers Exquis Inc., Lollicup USA Inc., and Sanster Corporation evaded anti-dumping and countervailing duty orders. After investigating since February 1, 2023, CBP found reasonable suspicion that read more...


Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Updates

Please also refer to our constantly updated collection of articles, guides on this topic, etc:


No Update Noted (What does this mean?)

 


CBAM - The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Updates


If you are interested in the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, we recommend you bookmark this link and visit it regularly. You will find all the essential guides there, links to webinars (1 Hour), training (4 hours) and more: https://www.customsmanager.info/all-news/categories/cbam.


List of National Competent Authorities updated

The provisional list of National Competent Authorities (NCAs) for the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism has been updated. Download the latest list here.



Classification & Tariff Updates (Customs) - HS.

·         Why staying up-to-date with customs classification matters, see here 

·         Our collection of all previous updates quizzes on customs classification, see here 

·         For customs classification training, live and on-demand, see here and here.


⇒ EU.


EU TARIC updates

The EU TARIC gets updated multiple times a week, and The customs manager should review the changes to ensure that their businesses are not affected. IT content providers also require this data for their customs management solutions. The TARIC is an extensive database that consolidates all the necessary information on EU customs tariffs commercial and agricultural legislation. The updates are provided in Excel form, too.


Customs tariff number - important or unimportant?

by Manual Koch published on Linked In

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The customs tariff number is something that causes headaches worldwide. The first 6 digits of the number are harmonized and should agree across countries.

There are now companies that are putting a lot of effort into this topic and putting a lot of resources and money into it. The customs data is then of good quality, but of course also comes at a price.

Other companies shy away from any effort on this topic and use 5 - 10 different customs tariff numbers for the entire product range. Most of the time the finished product has a number and the spare parts are classified as parts for.

I think many of you see yourself in one of the categories mentioned above. If it is the category "ONE", you can consider yourself lucky!! Is it even worth the effort to get into the “ONE” category?

Companies that ... Read more



⇒ UK.


Various UK Tariff Updates

  • Update to Definitive anti-dumping duty on Aluminium Road Wheels from China; Update to Veterinary controls; Update to Autonomous suspension under authorised use coverage and Update to Suspension - goods for certain categories of ships, boats and other vessels and for drilling or production platforms coverage. See here

  •  Update to exclusions on 410 - Veterinary control measures; Update to duty rate on 103 - Third country duty measure. See here.


⇒ US.


Harmonized System Update (HSU) 2402

On February 2, 2024, the Harmonised System Update (HSU) 2402 was generated. It comprises 3,519 Automated Broker Interface (ABI) records and 519 harmonised tariff data.

A number of PGA HTS flag changes are included in HSU 2402, along with ...read more


Update to the Automated Export System Trade Interface Requirements – Appendix V – HTS Numbers that Cannot be Reported in AES

Update to the Automated Export System Trade Interface Requirements (AESTIR) – Appendix V – HTS Numbers that Cannot be Reported in AES has been posted to CBP.gov. At the request of the US Census Bureau, the HTS Numbers that Cannot be Reported in AES have been updated. Please contact the Census Call Center at 1-800-549-0595, Option 1, if you have any questions. Documentation is available under the ACE AESTIR, Appendix V on the AES webpage, which can be found here.


QB 24-113 USMCA Agriculture Canada

Commodities: Agricultural products are described in Chapter 98, Subchapter XXIII, U.S. Note 1 through US Note 10 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS). This subchapter contains modifications of the provisions of the tariff schedule established under the provisions of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Goods entered under this subchapter and described in the provisions of this subchapter for which a rate of duty followed by a symbol in parentheses is herein provided are subject to duty at the rate provided in this subchapter instead of the rate therefore in chapters 1 through 97. See here.

 

CROSS

CROSS was last updated on February 1, 2024, at 5:46 pm with 14 rulings, bringing the total number of searchable rulings to 213807. The most recent ruling is dated January 26, 2024. See here

 

Customs Updates

You can find all of our customs updates here:


-> EU


No Update Noted (What does this mean?)


-> US.


2024 Trade Facilitation and Cargo Security (TFCS) Summit

The 2024 Trade Facilitation and Cargo Security (TFCS) Summit is now open for registration from March 26-28. The Event will cover CTPAT, Broker Continuing Education Requirements, Combatting Illicit Opioids, Artificial Intelligence, International Affairs, Global Business Identifier, Green Trade, Supply Chain Security, E-Commerce, and Forced Labor. Find out more and register here.

 

2024 Customs Broker Annual Permit User Fee Was Due on February 9, 2024

 The 2024 permit user fee is $174.80 for all active national permits. Failure to pay the user fee by February 9, 2024, will result in permit revocation. CBP has automated annual user fee payments through the eCBP portal this year. See here. Visit here for eCBP portal FAQs and Quick Reference Guides.

 

Trade News Snapshot - Volume 6, Issue 1

CBP has issued a new "Trade News Snapshot" and said they started the year with active engagement across critical areas: strengthening trade compliance, enhancing industry collaboration, and fostering innovation. "This issue offers a snapshot of those initiatives and our commitment to driving positive change and ensuring compliance across the board". Read it now.


CBP's Section 321 e-commerce initiative

CBP asked business leaders for CBP's Section 321 e-commerce data pilot and the Global Business Identifier initiative. Through these optional programmes, trade industry partners can provide import data that helps CBP identify shipments that pose a significant risk of breaking American trade laws and regulations.


CBP stopped counterfeit luxury goods and sunglasses worth over $1.2 million.

The San Juan Field Office of US Customs and Border Protection has intercepted and seized three shipments of counterfeit luxury goods and sunglasses worth over $1.2 million. The items were found in Chinese "Transparent Jewellery Box" cargo, containing 165 Van Cleef luxury jewellery pieces. The Hong Kong consignment also contained seven boxes of clothes, jewellery, shoes, and handbags. A third Chinese package included 240 Cartier, Louis Vuitton, and Versace, fake sunglasses with counterfeit logos. The San Juan Field Office has made 1,313 seizures worth over $21 million in the 2023 federal budget year. The agency advises consumers to be cautious and select authenticity when purchasing counterfeit items. Read more


Staying Up-to-Date with the Latest US Customs Decisions and Bulletins



Customs Declarations (+ CDS) - Updates


CDS Updates


Data Element 2/3 requires Documents and Other Reference Codes (Union) of the Customs Declaration Service concerning the need or the exemption from licences and certificates. These can be found in Appendix 5A and 5B. Now, document code A031 has been added for the Certificate of authenticity issued by Vietnamese authorities for quota number 054731. Download the spreadsheet of current codes to use now. The Appendix 5A National entry for 901Y has also been updated to reference further guidance within the main Import Declaration Completion Instructions for DE 2/3. Declaration Completion Instructions for DE 2/3 have been updated to guide the use of document code 901Y: This code should only be used to import goods from the EU exempt from pre-notification on PEACH or IPAFFS. This applies to Low-risk and unregulated plants and plant products. Please refer to the guidance for importing plants and products from the EU to Great Britain. Read the latest guide here.

 


Court Cases & Law Updates

Please also refer to our constantly updated collection of articles, guides on this topic, etc:


No Update Noted (What does this mean?)


 


Duty-Free (and Duty Reliefs) & Simplifications 



2024 Trade Facilitation Annual Report of China

On the eve of the Lunar New Year, I have the pleasure to share the 2024 Trade Facilitation Annual Report of China, recently released by Beijing Re-code Trade Security and Facilitation Research Center. Read the report.



E-Customs Updates 



U.S.CBP Cargo Systems Messaging Service Notices

 


Export Procedures Updates 


No Update Noted (What does this mean?)



NEW: Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG)


→ EU


EU Commission sets out how to sustainably capture, store, and use carbon to reach climate neutrality by 2050 

The European Union (EU) is committed to achieving net zero CO2 emissions by 2050, focusing on technologies that can capture and store CO2 directly from the atmosphere. The Commission has adopted an Industrial Carbon Management Communication to outline how these technologies could contribute to reducing emissions by 90% by 2040 and reaching climate neutrality by 2050. The EU has proposed developing at least 50 million tonnes per year of CO2 storage capacity by 2030, which will need to grow to around 280 million tonnes by 2040. The Communication identifies actions at the EU and national levels to enable deploying these technologies and infrastructure to establish a single market for CO2 in Europe. The Commission will also establish guidance for project permitting processes, set up an atlas of potential storage sites, and develop an aggregation tool for matching CO2 suppliers with transport and storage operators.


Commission presents recommendation for 2040 emissions reduction target to set the path to climate neutrality in 2050

The European Commission recommends reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040 to reach climate neutrality by 2050. This follows the European Scientific Advisory Board on Climate Change (ESABCC) and EU Paris Agreement commitments. Enabling policy conditions include full 2030 framework implementation, European industry competitiveness, just transition, a level playing field with international partners, and strategic dialogue on the post-2030 framework. According to the Commission's impact assessment, global warming could reduce EU GDP by 7% by the end of the century. The energy sector is expected to decarbonise by 2040, focusing on zero and low-carbon solutions. Technology and carbon pricing should decarbonise transport. The agriculture sector can help the transition by producing enough food and paying fair wages. The EU will continue to create the proper framework for investment and production, with carbon pricing encouraging clean technology investments. Reducing emissions and removing carbon will help reach the 90% target.

 

 

→ US

 

CBP determines redesigned version of Apple Watches does not infringe asserted patent claims

On October 26, 2023, the US International Trade Commission (ITC) issued a limited exclusion order prohibiting certain Apple Watches that infringe the asserted patents from entering the United States. CBP is responsible for the enforcement of ITC exclusion orders. In administering that responsibility, CBP has determined that a redesigned version of the Apple Watches does not infringe any asserted patent claims. As of January 12, 2024, the redesigned versions ruled upon by CBP will be permitted to enter the United States.

   

CBP enhances transparency and guidance on forced labor with new and updated online resources


CBP takes part in the EU campaign against forced labour

Eric Choy, Executive Director of Trade Remedy and Law Enforcement at the Office of Trade, participated in a virtual panel discussion on January 22 about forced labour and banning goods that violate human rights and fair competition laws in the European Union (EU). The European Union is attempting to conclude negotiations on a proposal that would outlaw forced labour. As part of that effort, the German Institute of Human Rights and the European Network of National Human Rights Institutions coordinate this dialogue. CBP will give an update on its enforcement efforts against forced labour and respond to inquiries from member states about how these prohibitions are being implemented.


House Committee hearing by Eric Choy on UFLPA enforcement

 On January 11, Eric Choy, Office of Trade Executive Director, Trade Remedy and Law Enforcement, testified before the House Committee on Homeland Security Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability on CBP's UFLPA enforcement. Two other government witnesses were DHS assistant secretary Christa Brzozowski and U.S. Department of Labour deputy undersecretary Thea Lee. Chairman Dan Bishop thanked the "exceptional panel of witnesses" for their preparation as the Subcommittee responded well to the hearing. Watch on YouTube

 

 

Free Trade Agreement Updates

For all updates regarding this topic, please view regularly and bookmark: https://www.customsmanager.info/all-news/categories/free-trade-agreement 


⇾ EU.


 New Episode of Trade Off Podcast

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Listen to Anabel González and Ignacío Garcia Bercero, who 25 years after meeting in Seattle, share their views about trains in Europe, digital trade, bananas in Doha, and why the WTO is more important than ever. Listen here



Niue may join the "Samoa" FTA.

The island of Niue is likely to join the Interim Partnership Agreement between the EU and the Pacific States, the Samoa Agreement. Find out more. 


EU & Canada FTA: Progress Meeting Outcomes


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The European Union and Canada have co-chaired the fourth Joint Committee of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade pact (CETA), underlining the advantages of the pact to respective economies. Two-way commerce in products and bilateral investment flows have expanded by over 50% since its tentative introduction in September 2017. CETA has helped diversify important industries and supply chains, especially after Russia's intervention against Ukraine. The Co-Chairs also announced progress on four key initiatives: a 'Interpretation on Investment', rules easing SMEs' access to investment dispute resolution, a CETA Mutual Recognition Agreement for architects' professional qualifications, and the GMP Protocol's operational scope extension.

CETA's Committees and Dialogues Co-Chairs applauded the Committee on Trade and Sustainable Development's significant involvement, emphasising carbon pricing and bilateral interaction. They also emphasised European and Canadian corporations' government procurement access improvements. They stressed the need of the Regulatory Cooperation Forum and reducing trade barriers. They also suggested strengthening EU-Canada economic collaboration in net-zero transition, economic security, and supply chain resilience.

⇾ UK.


UK- Moldova FTA

UK-Moldova strategic partnership, trade and cooperation agreement documents


UK and Ukraine: Tariff Free Trade

UK and Ukraine have extended tariff-free trade on most goods for an additional five years, extending the agreement to support Ukraine's long-term economic recovery from the war. The move is part of the UK's efforts to support Ukraine following Russia's full-scale invasion, which disrupted supply chains and transport routes. The UK was the first country to remove tariffs on all its trade with Ukraine two years ago. The extension will boost opportunities for Ukrainian businesses in key sectors such as oils, grains, and agri-foods. The UK will continue to support Ukraine's fight against Putin's invasion for as long as needed. Read the press release


Reports regarding processed fisheries products in relation to the interim Economic Partnership Agreement between the UK and Pacific States

Reports detailing processed fisheries products in relation to the interim Economic Partnership Agreement between the UK and Pacific States. These reports detail information on Pacific States use of the global sourcing provision in relation to processed fisheries products. This is in accordance with Article 6(6)(c) of Protocol II to the Economic Partnership Agreement between the UK and the Pacific States. Other reports may be published if other Pacific States make use of the provision above. Details


UK: Access the Rules of Origin of all UK Free Trade Agreements

To be eligible for tariff-free trade under the UK Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), it is imperative that businesses thoroughly review and understand the specific Rules of Origin for each FTA. You can find all the necessary Rules of Origin right here.


⇾ US.


USMCA: US trade with Mexico surpasses Canada for the first time

The U.S. did more trade with Mexico in 2023 than any nation previously, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. The U.S. trade deficit was $1.1 trillion, the third consecutive year above the $1 trillion mark. Port Laredo finished as the nation's top port for the first time based on its trade with Mexico, which replaced Canada as the nation's top trade partner after two years. The top U.S. export for the first time was oil, which replaced gasoline and other refined petroleum products. The top import was passenger vehicles, replacing oil. The U.S. did $798.83 billion in trade with Mexico in 2023, breaking the record set just last year with Canada. The top 10 U.S. trade partners were China, Germany, Japan, South Korea, the United Kingdom, Taiwan, Vietnam, and India. Port Laredo ranked on top for the first time, supplanting O'Hare, which had ranked first the previous two years. Read Article


Import Procedure Updates


 No Update Noted (What does this mean?)



Northern Ireland Trade Updates

Please view and bookmark all updates regarding the Northern Ireland Protocol and the Windsor Framework: https://www.customsmanager.info/all-news/categories/northern-ireland. 


No Update Noted (What does this mean?)



Novice ("Help" I am New to Customs & Global Trade") - the column for newbies

Welcome to the customs newbies section! We aim to provide bite-sized information and updates to encourage continuous learning and spark your interest in customs and global trade. Join us and learn new things every day. Don't forget to check out our constantly updated collection of articles and guides on this topic.


No Update Noted (What does this mean?)



Origin (Rules of) Updates


EU-Ukraine Trade: Ukraine can now also use alternative rules of Origin under the revised PEM Convention.

The EU and Ukraine have agreed to use a different set of rules for Origin until the amendment to the PEM Convention is finished and goes into effect. These rules can be used instead of the rules in the Convention. Download the law with the rules.

 

Q&A on tariff impact for the EU-UK automotive industry

Ondřej Kovařík, a Renew party MEP, has questioned the EU Commission about the impact of tariffs on the EU's automotive industry, particularly in the UK, due to non-compliance with EU electric vehicle rules of Origin. He also questions how a 10% tariff would affect exporters' competitiveness. Read his question and the answer of the EU Commission.


US Origin Labelling - Made In USA:  A $2 million civil penalty against an agricultural machinery company

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the largest penalty for Made in USA (MUSA) violations to date, a $2 million civil penalty against an agricultural machinery company. The company violated the MUSA Rule, which ... Read more


Prohibitions & Restrictions Updates


Ban on all intentional toxic mercury uses in the EU.

 The European Parliament and Council have agreed on the Mercury Regulation revision proposal to ban all intentional toxic mercury uses in the EU Starting January 1, 2025, read more


Transit Updates 

Read the collection of all articles on this topic here: https://www.customsmanager.info/all-news/categories/transit. 


UK: NCTS 5 Information Updated

 The UK's New Computerised Transit System (NCTS) Phase 5 implementation date has been set for July 2024, allowing industry time to prepare. The new system offers improved functionality and is a legal requirement for all Common Transit Convention (CTC) member countries. Some new features will not be available until January 22, 2025. Users must start submitting transit declarations on NCTS5 from July 1, and software developers should prepare for NCTS5 by May 2024. Read about the update


Tariff Quota Updates


No Update Noted (What does this mean?)



UNCTAD (Global Trade Update)


New Report on Gaza

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#Gaza: Unprecedented level of destruction will take tens of billions of dollars and decades to reverse.

According to an UNCTAD report released today, if the current military operation were to end immediately with reconstruction starting right away and the 2007-2022 growth trend persists with an average growth rate of 0.4 per cent, it would take Gaza until 2092 just to restore the GDP levels of 2022 with GDP per capita and socioeconomic conditions continuously declining.

However, even with the most optimistic scenario that GDP could grow at 10% annually it would still take Gaza’s GDP per capita until 2035 to pre blockade level of 2006.

The recovery of Gaza's economy from the current military operation will demand a financial commitment, several times the $3.9 billion that resulted from the 2014 military operation in Gaza and will involve a concerted international effort to restore pre-conflict socioeconomic conditions.



Valuation (Customs)

Read the collection of all articles on this topic here: https://www.customsmanager.info/all-news/categories/valuation 


No update noted.


Veterinary Border & SPS control updates 

If you want to stay informed about the latest developments in veterinary border and SPS controls, we have you covered. Our collection of weekly articles is a comprehensive resource that provides in-depth coverage of veterinary controls in the EU, UK, and the US Our articles provide detailed information about the latest regulations, policies, and procedures related to veterinary border and SPS controls. We cover many topics, including SPS and veterinary border and controls. Our team of experts works tirelessly to ensure that our articles are up-to-date and accurate, so you can trust the information you are reading. Whether you are a veterinarian, animal health professional, or policymaker, our collection of articles is an invaluable resource that can help you stay informed about the latest developments in veterinary border and SPS control: https://www.customsmanager.info/all-news/categories/food.


Watch On Demand: The New UK Veterinary Border (Afternoon Online Conference)

The online conference discussed the preparedness of EU and UK industries and businesses for new UK SPS Veterinary Border requirements. Hear from industry, trade associations, businesses, port authorities, Border Inspection Posts and DEFRA.


SPS & Veterinary Border 

RESOURCE HUB

Guidance, Explanatory Documents, Support Tools and More for SPS and Veterinary Border Professionals: https://www.customsmanager.info/sps-veterinary-border 


Countries Great Britain will accept validated PDF GB health certificates from – Guide Updated.

Where Great Britain will accept validated PDF GB health certificates to import live animals and animal products through TRACES or other systems, the guidance has been updated with information about the countries from which Great Britain accepts validated PDF GB health certificates and the commodities for which they can be accepted. Link here


Import food and drink from the EU to Great Britain.

The UK has clarified information about the 'country of origin' in guidance for the IPAFFS notification. This is different from the customs customs of origin.  For products that originated outside the EU or were last processed outside the EU and passed SPS import checks on entry to the EU, choose the non-EU country for your IPAFFS notification. Select the country where the product was last processed as the country of origin. For products that originated in the EU or were last processed in the EU, choose the EU country for your IPAFFS notification. Select the country where the product was last processed as the country of origin. Read the updated guidance.

 

Clone Certificate Information

 UK authorities are implementing a digital solution called 'Clone a Certificate' to allow the direct cloning of Digital Export Health Certificates from exporting countries. This will be available for imports of live animals from EU Member States using TRACES from 16th February. ... Read more


Download Presentation on new Border controls from DEFRA

You can download the presentation delivered by DEFRA on the new Border Controls for SPS goods here



UK: Combatting money laundering and financial investigations in the waste sector.

The Environment Agency has launched a new Economic Crime Unit to combat money laundering and financial investigations in the waste sector. The unit ....

 


World Customs Organisation Updates (WCO)


ENFORCE meets on Green Customs

The Basel Convention Environmental Network for Optimising Regulatory Compliance on Illegal Traffic in Waste (ENFORCE) and partners from the Green Customs Initiative met recently at the offices of the World Customs Organisation (WCO) to make environmental security stronger around the world. ENFORCE focuses on promoting compliance with the Basel Convention on the Control of Transboundary Movements of Hazardous Wastes and Their Disposal, while the Green Customs Initiative aims to empower Customs officers to monitor legal trade and detect illegal trade in environmentally sensitive commodities.


World Trade Organisation (WTO)


Join Us For LIVE daily briefing sessions during the WTO Ministerial.


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During the Ministerial Meeting, Customs Manager Ltd. will offer online sessions for daily updates. Arne Mielken, the Managing Director of Customs Manager Ltd., has announced that there will be free debriefing sessions lasting thirty minutes each day during the WTO MC 13 Meeting. These events provide customs managers and professionals working in global trade with information on the most recent developments and results at the World Trade Organisation (WTO). These events are now available for registration, and you may do so by visiting www.customsmanager.org/events.


13th WTO Ministerial Conference


The WTO's 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) will occur from 26 to February 29 2024, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Ministers worldwide will attend to review the functioning of the multilateral trading system and take action on the future work of the WTO.


·         Documents

·         Videos

·         Latest news

·         Full details

 


I Have A Question Regarding These Updates: Who Can I Ask?

Please consider using the chat function on the website www.customsmanager.org to ask any questions about this update. You may also e-mail info@customsmanager.org. Finally, you can join our weekly LIVE wrap-up, a 30-minute live YouTube Broadcast dedicated to reviewing the critical events of this update. You can book your free slot at www.customsmanager.org/events


 


Upcoming Training Courses & Events


Multiple Dates

Weekly Customs & Global Trade Wrap-Up

February 16 2024, 12:00 – 12:30 GMT

Weekly Online Wrap-Up

Are you aware of the latest changes in customs and export controls? Join us for our new weekly online call, where we review recent changes published in our two magazines, "The Customs Manager" and "The Export Control & Sanctions Manager". It's free for anyone to attend. Just sign up.


Multiple Dates

Weekly Lunch N Learn Session (Customs & Global Trade)

February 16 2024, 12:30 – 13:00

Virtual Online Training

A weekly learning opportunity on changes and updates to customs and global trade matters, diving deeper into current topics and providing insights and additional information that export, import, and customs professionals need to know to trade compliantly and save money.


Two Years Of War In Europe: What Did Sanctions Achieve? (Free Webinar)

February 23 2024, 11:00 – 12:00 GMT

Virtual Event using Zoom

Explore the development of EU and UK Sanctions Against Russia over the last 24 months - on the eve of the outbreak of the war in Europe.


Multiple Dates

Course: Origin of Goods & Free Trade Agreements

23 Feb 2024, 13:00 GMT – 24 Feb 2024, 17:00 GMT

Virtual Training Event

This course develops the competencies that professionals need to deal with all aspects of the Origin of Goods, including how to leverage Free Trade Agreements and how to identify the correct term and apply it in the business context (Course ID: OC7)


All courses can be booked online at:



 


Sources


EU.

·         Official Journal of the EU

·         DG TAXUD Website

·         DG TRADE Website

·         Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc).

·         Information on the National Customs Website of Member States


The US.

·         Customs & Border Protection (CBP)

·         Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)

·         Department of Commerce

·         Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC)

·         International Trade Administration

·         United Stated Internation Trade Commission

·         Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc).

·         Information on the National Customs Website of Member States


The UK.

·         Information on gov. uk 

·         Information on legislation.gov.uk 

·         Department of Business and Trade

·         HMRC

·         DEFRA

·         Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc).


Other

·         World Trade Organisation (WTO)

·         World Customs Organisation (WCO)

·         United Nations (Sanctions) - UNCTAD

·         Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc).What if I have a question regarding these updates

 


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