
customs compliance management
Our services.
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Tariff classification
Tariff classification is one of the three pillars of customs that determine the import duties payable. The cost of misclassification, in the form of penalties and unpaid duties can be considerable. By working with a tariff classification expert to classify products and apply for advance rulings on tariff classification a our clients are able to mitigate the risks associated with misclassifcation.
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Customs Valuation
Customs valuation is the second pillar of customs that ensures accurate calculation of duties. Importers must use a valuation methodolgy that complies with the World Trade Organization (WTO) rules as well as the East Africa Community (EAC) adjustments. Our customs valuation and advance ruling application service is particularly suitable for complex transactions such as purchases involving royalties, related-party transactions and multi-country supply chains.
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Rules of Origin
Determination of origin is the final pillar of customs. Through preference utilzation, importers are able to take advantage of lower/duty free arrangements afforded by relevant trade agreements. We assist our clients to determine the origin of goods (based on the relevant rules of origin), and to plan their supply chains with preference utilization in mind.
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AEO APPLICATION
Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) status can be enjoyed by importers with a demonstrated history of customs compliance. In EAC there are two categories of AEO status. The first is a country specific AEO where benefits are limited to the jurisdiction of the Partner State and the second is an East African Regional AEO where a company can enjoy preferential customs treatment across the EAC. At IDC we provide comprehensive AEO planning services to ensure our clients are eligible for AEO status. We also provide support in AEO application and liase with the Competent Authority on behalf of our clients.
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Duty Remission Schemes
We support our clients to take advantage of duty remission schemes. In EAC, duty remission is available goods imported for use in the manufacture of goods for export or goods designated as essential goods by a Partner State. Following an eligibility assessment, we will assist you to apply for duty remission.
Contact us.
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Winnie Maganjo
Customs Compliance and Market Access Advisory
winnie.maganjo@idcconsulting.org