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$2 HTS Classification
TRG is hosting a free webinar every Thursday at 1pm CT to introduce a new fully automated HTS classification SaaS, TRG Classify™. TRG Classify™ allows you to easily classify your goods in-house for only $2 per classification.
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The International Compliance Professionals Association (ICPA)
The ICPA is a non-profit organization that provides networking opportunities and resources to individuals that are involved in international trade compliance.
If you would like to learn more about the ICPA and find information regarding their upcoming 2011 conference in Phoenix, AZ please visit their website at ICPAInc.org.
Control Your Quote™
Did you know TRG offers cargo insurance? Whether you already have an annual policy in place, purchase CIF or insure shipment by shipment, TRG Marine™ is ready to compete for your business. Share your current insurance rate with us and let us know what price we need to offer to win your business. We will construct a policy that offers you a better price with broader coverage. www.trgmarine.com
How to Keep Your Import Data from Going Public
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As an importer, are you aware that data-collecting companies can access your manifest information and potentially share it with your competitors? The Freedom of Information Act states that cargo manifest data is public information, allowing companies to access and dispense information you may think is private.
Public manifest information includes:
- Name and address
- General character of cargo
- Number of packages
- Gross weight
- Name of the vessel, aircraft, or carrier
- Seaport or airport of loading and of discharge
- Country of origin
- Trademarks appearing on the goods or packages
Keeping Your Information Confidential
Although legally this information can be shared, importers have the ability to request Manifest Confidentiality. TRG recommends keeping your manifest information confidential. Since your voyage and product information is public, thieves can target your plane or boat. Confidentiality can help prevent theft since your voyage and product information will not be easily accessible. This also allows you to keep your private business practices from your competitors.
Requesting Manifest Confidentiality
Previously, importers could only request this via mail. However, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has launched an online application that allows importers to easily request confidentiality.
The following information is required to request confidentiality:
- Requestor’s name, address
- Contact phone and email
- Requestor’s role (importer, consignee, U.S. shipper)
- Relationship of party making request (1st party, on behalf of self or company, or 3rd party agent or representative)
- Date of submission
- Type of confidentiality (imports, exports, or both)
- Tax ID number
- Any variation of names to be protected
Please note, however, that confidentiality lasts for two years and must be renewed 60 days before expiration.