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A Practical Guide to Using Carnets

A Carnet is used by an importer to remove the need to deposit duties and taxes or purchase a temporary importation bond. To get a practical look at why, when, and how to use this essential international customs document, we interviewed Jackie Dalgleish, Carnet Specialist & Team Manager with boomerang carnets:

The Power of E-Commerce

Jack Ma, Founder and Executive Chairman of Alibaba Group, the world’s largest e-commerce company, was interviewed by Charlie Rose at the 2015 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting held in Davos, Switzerland. Following are some highlights of this inspiring conversation, which focused on leadership, entrepreneurship, and the power of e-commerce:

Businesses

The firm helps businesses comply with the regulations that the Customs and Border Protection agency oversees, minimizing the delays, fees, and possible penalties that add to the cost of doing business. Read more about our services for businesses.

Governments

The firm works with governments to address trade-related issues, including the development of WTO-consistent trade and customs laws and regulations. Read more about our services for governments.

Individuals

The firm assists individuals in working with Customs and Border Protection agency and other relevant agencies to clarify misunderstandings, to get the name cleared in a case of mistaken identity, and to recover seized assets. Read more about our services for individuals.

“Andrea is intelligent, thoughtful and thorough in helping her clients navigating complex legal issues relating to international trade issues particularly for the small business owner.” ~Diane Bradley…. “She is thorough, creative, and an excellent communicator” ~ Bruce Zagaris….“Andrea Ewart is a leading voice of U.S.-Caribbean trade policy in Washington, D.C.” ~ Jamila Thompson….

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A Practical Guide to Using Carnets

The Power of E-Commerce

Businesses

Governments

Individuals