HTS Code Changes Mid-Shipment: How Reclassification Affects Duty Liability and Refund Rights
When CBP or an importer reclassifies an HTS code after goods have already been entered, the ripple effects touch duty liability, audit exposure, and tariff refund eligibility. Understanding exactly what happens during a reclassification event can protect your bottom line and reveal recoverable dutie
Country of Origin Documentation: The Hidden Factor in Tariff Refund Eligibility
Country of origin is one of the most scrutinized fields on any entry summary, and it plays a decisive role in whether an IEEPA tariff refund claim succeeds or stalls. Understanding what CBP expects before you file can mean the difference between a full recovery and a denied claim.
Post-Summary Corrections: Fixing Entries After the Fact
A post-summary correction lets importers fix an entry and recover overpaid duty. Here is how the process works.
Reasonable Care: The Importer's Compliance Standard
CBP holds importers to a reasonable care standard. Here is what it means and how it connects to both compliance and refunds.
Recordkeeping for Importers: What CBP Expects
Good records protect you in an audit and support a refund claim. Here is what importers should keep and for how long.
What Triggers a CBP Audit (and How to Stay Ready)
CBP audits are not random. Here are the common triggers and the steps importers take to stay audit-ready.
HTS Classification 101: Why the Right Code Saves You Money
Your HTS code sets your duty rate. Getting it right protects you from overpayment and audit risk. Here is what importers need to know.