OVERVIEW
Learn how to take advantage of the benefits of foreign trade zones (FTZs) and bonded warehouses, such as improved cash flow, lower costs, improved inventory management, increased visibility of the supply chain, improved customs compliance. It is a way to reduce costs, save money, and run a more efficient inventory control.
Many importers are unaware of the benefits and opportunities available in using these alternative import methods. By using a Foreign-Trade Zone, the company avoids the lengthy Customs duty drawback process. And Bonded warehousing provides a safe environment where commodities subject to import duty and VAT, often known as bonded goods, are stored to avoid being confiscated.
WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?
Foreign-trade zones (FTZs) and bonded warehouses are two of the most effective tools for manufacturers and importers to avoid, reduce or defer duties. An FTZ is a geographical area in a US port of entry, where merchandise can be loaded, handled, stored, manipulated, manufactured, and exhibited, without being subject to Customs duties. Duties are only accessed when the merchandise is taken out of the FTZ or re-exported. This tariff relief is designed to lower the costs of US-based operations engaged in international trade. Any company in any industry may apply to be a part of an FTZ.
A bonded warehouse is a building in which dutiable goods may be stored, manipulated, exhibited without payment of duty. Companies must provide a customs bond to the government for the deferred duties.
This webinar will explore the uses of FTZs and bonded warehouses, how to set them up and operate them, and how to determine their practicality and effectiveness for your business.
AREAS COVERED
Overview of FTZs and bonded warehouses
Status of goods entering an FTZ
Reducing, eliminating and deferring duties in an FTZ
General-purpose zones vs. private subzones
Permitted activities
FTZ benefits
Privileged foreign, non-privileged foreign and zone-restricted merchandise
Classes of bonded warehouses
Advantages and disadvantages of bonded warehouses vs. FTZs
WHO WILL BENEFIT?
Importer-Exporters
Compliance Managers
Legal Departments
Logistics and Shipping Personnel
Chambers of Commerce
Foreign Trade Offices
Customs Personnel
Supply Chain Managers
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