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The cosmetics industry is a dynamic and ever-evolving landscape, and ensuring the safety of products is a top priority for both manufacturers and consumers. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) plays a pivotal role in upholding this safety standard by providing guidelines for cosmetic product facility registrations, cosmetic product ...
Webinar: Join Stix and 3rdwave for a discussion on transitioning to complete self-filing in the customs landscape, and how advanced technological solutions can help with this process. The webinar is hosted by Gregg Cummings, the CEO and Founder of Strix, and Grant Sernick, Head of Sales & Marketing at 3rdwave. Their conversation touches on how the Strix and 3rdwave partnership can help companies get from full-service brokerage to self-filing in just a few short weeks.
The Voluntary Qualified Importer Program (VQIP) Portal is an essential resource for importers seeking expedited review and entry of their food products. The portal application period typically opens in January each year and closes on May 31st. As the deadline approaches, it is critical for importers to ensure that all necessary information is submitted accurately and on time to avoid any potential delays or complications with their shipments. Failure to meet the deadline may result in missed opportunities to take advantage of this valuable program.
Strix offers a helpful guide to understanding the essential information required for a commercial invoice when importing to the US to reduce delays and avoid costly penalties. A commercial invoice is a vital document that contains essential information about the shipment's value, price, and quantity of goods. Its accuracy is crucial in determining the taxes and duties required to clear customs.
The Federal Maritime Commission has released a video to inform parties about the charge complaints process under the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022 and how they may submit claims for non-compliant charges.
The Harmonized System (HS) provides an internationally universal system of code classification for goods to be shipped around the world. Learn more about how Strix’s full-service customs brokerage team can assist you with accurately classifying your goods.
Shipments from China require the manufacturer to be reported and for importers to monitor supplier relationships. To ensure compliance, importers should work with their suppliers and customs brokers, be proactive in monitoring supplier relationships, and stay up to date on current regulations.
Self-filing ISF ensures accuracy and compliance while saving up to 70% annually. An in-house filing process provides visibility, access to up-to-date information, and notifications of potential errors. Save time by not relying on third-party services for data filing. Strix is an ACE-Certified ABI software that can save $25 per ISF entry, with a team of experienced licensed customs brokers from Bozeman, Montana providing help through every situation imaginable.
Customs and Border Protection can use in-depth data to target mistakes and inconsistencies, leading to increased scrutiny by Customs Import Specialists and tips on how to optimize data entry for greater compliance.
Innovative software as a service (Saas) provider offering state-of-the-art self-filing software for easily completing your customs responsibilities.
Full-service Customs House Broker and Certified ACE vendor for all entry forms and customs compliancy documentation. Guide importers to succeed in the global marketplace through nationwide customs clearance, importer security filing, and classification services.
Guide companies and individuals for fast and seamless clearance of goods entering the US. Customer service centric, technology-focused, and ready to help customers pass their goods to the US.
Place your shipping containers, freight, and valuable cargo in good hands with Strix. Whether you decide to file using leading technology or partner with a customs house broker to do the entry forms for you, we take your possessions seriously.
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