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List of contents
Contents: Foreword; Introduction; Customs risk and the business; Customs risk and customs authorities; Classification; Valuation; Preferential rules of origin and trade agreements; Customs procedures; Security - the new challenge; Conclusion; References.
About the author
Catherine Truel, founder and director of Intl Trade Instrument, started her career in global logistics managing multi-product, multi-country networks for large groups. She joined Ernst & Young International Trade Practice as a Senior Consultant assisting corporations with customs compliance and strategic planning issues before monitoring international trade for leading publications and organizations worldwide. She remains a correspondent for Supply Chain Asia Magazine. Catherine is a former Board Director of Sitpro, the UK trade facilitation agency, a member of the International Network of Customs Universities and a member of the UK Futures Analysts' Network.
Summary
Managing Customs risk is often seen as a cost centre but it is also a source of competitive advantage. A sound Customs management can reduce or remove Customs duties, generate savings, and generally improve cash flow using the many Customs procedures available to the compliant trader. This guide helps you to make informed decisions.