FOCUS is a full service customs & trade management firm uniquely positioned to help domestic and multinational clients with all of their international trade and compliance needs.
We help manage the operations and on-going costs of importing and exporting including duties, taxes, staffing, brokerage, and systems expenses in a wide range of industry sectors including:
aerospace,
automotive,
consumer products,
electronics,
industrial products,
telecommunications,
technology,
pharmaceuticals,
and others
Companies large and small retain us to manage their import and export processes while helping reduce costs and meet their risk management and compliance obligations.
The Top 10 mistakes commonly made by importers and exporters are:
No direct control over classifications
Unsupported NAFTA & FTA claims
No active customs broker oversight
Un-reported values and adjustments
No GSP foreign assembler's validation
Missed duty recoveries & refunds
Waiting too long to call the experts
Unprepared for customs audits
Not current on customs laws & regs
Inadequate resources to manage duty costs and operational risks
For more information on how FOCUS can help you manage your import and export cost and compliance operations call FOCUS at 313 292 7000 ext. 291 or email at info@focus-solutions.net.
CBP Honors Fallen Heroes at Valor Memorial Ceremony
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