Course description:

This course covers all the key elements of the Tariff/Commodity code. It highlights the commercial implications of the correct use of the Tariff/Commodity code and the importance of having a good understanding of them, which will help ensure successful and efficient global business.

Areas covered:

• What is the Tariff and the World Trade Organisation
• The importance of the Tariff and areas of international trade it applies to
• How a Tariff/Commodity code is made up
• Determining the correct code for your products
• The export process and customs information requirements
• Tariffs and Trade Agreements
• The Rules of Origin and Tariff Codes
• Landed cost analysis
• Using Tariff Codes to work out the costs of your products in export markets
• Checking overseas tariffs for import compliance and competitiveness
• Sources of information

Who should attend?

This course is suitable for companies new to international trade as well as experienced companies who may want to refresh and update their knowledge. It is especially beneficial for staff who work in export sales, purchasing, logistics, accountancy, import and export shipping departments, customer services, import and export administration.