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A Guide to Advanced Tariff Ruling (ATaR)

Advanced tariff ruling (ATaR) is a tool you can use when importing into and exporting out of the United Kingdom. Find out how to effectively use ATaRs in this article.

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BTI
Classification
Customs Clearance
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The Difference Between the Country of Origin and Preferential Origin

Did you know that the country of origin and preferential origin are not one in the same when importing your goods? Find out how they differ and how to avoid costly assumptions in this article.

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Certificate of Origin
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Spotlight On: Ghent

Home to Belgium’s third-busiest port and two Customs Support offices, Ghent, Belgium has a rich and varied history. Learn about the historic heart of Flanders and the North Sea Port in this article.

Spotlight on Ghent
Belgium
Office Spotlight
WeAreCustomsSupport
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Customs Support Announce New CEO

We are excited to announce the appointment of our new CEO, John Wegman.

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WeAreCustomsSupport
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A Moment to Reflect this New Year

As we move into 2024, we take a minute to reflect on where we started, celebrate the progress we’ve made, and look towards where we are going. Read about our history and mission in this article.

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WeAreCustomsSupport
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Boxing Day sales – how your swag gets to you

Ever wondered about how your items get to you? This Boxing Day, join us as we explain the journey your goods take to get from a factory to your local store.

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Import
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Customs Support Belgium

Following the rebrand of the Belgian company Portmade, Managing Director Jef Hermans discusses digitalisation in customs and the next steps for Customs Support Belgium in this article.

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Belgium
Digital
Portmade
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Classifications 101

Your commodity code defines the rules around your import and export, from regulations and permits to duty rates and preferential origin. Learn about HS and commodity codes in this article.

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Classification
HS Code
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Powered-Up Customs

With the move away from traditional fuels, supply chains and customs have needed to adapt to support the movement. Find out about alternative energy and customs in this article.

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Sustainability
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Spotlight on Hamburg

The largest port in country, Hamburg is considered Germany’s “gateway to the world”. Find out how Customs Support empowers trade at this essential location in this article.

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Germany