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SUMMARY:Prepare for the April 2025 Customs House Broker License Exam - Online!
DESCRIPTION:New York/New Jersey Foreign Freight Forwarders and Brokers Assn.\, JFK Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association\, and Grunfeld\, Desiderio\, Lebowitz\, Silverman & Klestadt LLP\, one of the nation’s leading law firms specializing in Customs law\, are offering courses in preparation for the April 2025 Custom House Broker License Exam.  This course also provides an excellent overview of customs law and compliance for importers and existing brokers not intending to take the broker’s exam. \nNote: CBP will administer two examination sessions: one in the morning and one in the afternoon\, the times will be announced soon. \n  \nDates:             Beginning JANUARY 7 – April 22 (a minimum of eleven sessions in all). \nTime:              2 ½ -hour Webinars\, Tuesday Evenings 6-8:30 pm Eastern Time \nRegister:         Online at REGISTRATION   \nCost:               $550.00.  We encourage you to pay via PayPal by clicking https://py.pl/15vyDR  or copying the link to your browser. \nThis class is accredited for 20 CCS/MCS credits and for 20 LCB credits. \n  \nWe must receive payment before the first class.  Information regarding where to log on will be sent upon receipt of full payment.  Checks must be received prior to the first class. \n  \nThe reference materials are: \n\nHarmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (2024 Basic –subject to CBP confirmation)\nTitle 19\, Code of Federal Regulations (April 1\, 2024 – Part 0-199) (Version to be posted by CBP)\nACE Entry Summary Instructions (Version to be posted by CBP)\nRight to Make Entry Directive 3530-002A\nACE Entry Summary Business Process (Version to be posted by CBP)\nThe Harmonized Tariff Schedule and regulations will be provided electronically on exam day. The HTS will have basic search functions but may likely have system issues. We recommend examinees bring in their paper HTS and regulations for use.\n\n  \nThe exam tests knowledge of U.S. Customs regulations\, classification\, valuation\, broker regulation\, and entry preparation.  It is advisable that students have some experience in import operations or customs brokerage.  U.S. Government regulations require that applicants for a broker license be at least twenty-one (21) years of age and U.S. citizens.  To sit for the exam\, one must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and a U.S. citizen on the day of the exam.  All participants must have the Harmonized Tariff Schedules of the United States (Basic Edition) and the Customs Regulation.  A loose-leaf edition of the regulations is also available.  Please make sure you have received the latest updates with your purchase. \n  \nYou can purchase the HTSUS and Customs Regulations from either of two sources: The Thomson Reuters store offers the HTSUS\, Customs Regulations and additional materials and guarantees the correct editions for all students who purchase their Required Testing Material Packages (or individual books for specific exams). (They guarantee the correct editions for the exam. If they are wrong\, they commit to update you for FREE!) (Note: be sure to purchase the editions specific to the exam for which you are planning to study.)  Thompson Reuters sells both the HTSUS and the Customs Regulations in loose-leaf versions that include binders and convenient tabs.  Please refer to the website or call TR directly at (888) 880-4088 for prices\, shipping fees\, subscriptions\, and other information.  These Government publications are also available from Superintendent of Documents\, U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO)\, Washington\, D.C. 20402 (1-866-512-1800 or 1-202-512-1800) or online at https://bookstore.gpo.gov/.  Delivery can take from 3 to 8 weeks.  You can charge your purchase on American Express\, Visa or MasterCard. \n  \nAs part of the fee for the course\, each participant will receive a course book including materials to assist in the preparation of the exam (Customs directives\, pipelines\, decisions\, etc.) and prior Customs broker examinations.  The exams will be for you to take at home and review to discuss in class.  Practicing the prior exams assists you in familiarizing you to the format and manner of the exam. \n  \nDavid M. Murphy\, Esq. will lead the webinar series.  David M. Murphy is a licensed Customs broker since 1992\, a NCBFAA “Certified Customs Specialist\,” an attorney and partner with the law firm of Grunfeld\, Desiderio\, Lebowitz\, Silverman\, & Klestadt LLP.  Mr. Murphy has taught a Broker Exam review course in the Port of New York since 1996 and has over twenty five years’ experience in handling Customs brokerage issues as well as customs and trade issues including U.S. export control\, FTZs\, and international sanctions programs. \n  \nIf you have any questions or need additional information\, please contact  David M. Murphy or call (212) 557-4000.
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SUMMARY:Erik Smithweiss to speak at a webinar “Trade Under Pressure: Responding to 232 and Reciprocal Tariff Changes”
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with CBFANC and LACBFFA\, Erik D. Smithweiss will conduct a webinar on practical applications for the 232 Tariffs on steel and aluminum products. The program will also delve into the Reciprocal Tariffs and their potential impact on various commodities and countries. Don’t miss the opportunity to gain valuable insight and clarity on these topics. \nDATE: Thursday\, April 3\, 2025\nTIME: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. PST \nREGISTER HERE
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SUMMARY:Peter W. Klestadt to speak at a webinar - “Rapid Response: Navigating New Tariffs in the Jewelry Industry”
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Jewelers Vigilance Committee\, Peter W. Klestadt will provide updates on the tariffs slated to be announced April 2 as well as practical guidance for businesses navigating import and export challenges in the jewelry sector. Key topics will include: current tariff adjustments affecting jewelry and related materials\, enforcement trends and how customs is applying rules\, strategies for mitigating tariff costs and ensuring compliance\, and practical tips for importers\, manufacturers\, and retailers.
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SUMMARY:Patrick Caulfield to Speak at 2025 Annual National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of American Conference
DESCRIPTION:On April 9\, GDLSK partner Patrick Caulfield will be a panelist at the 52nd Annual National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America (NCBFAA) Conference. Patrick’s panel will provide an overview of the AD/CVD certification process and how brokers can navigate the complexities of AD/CVD orders. \nFurther information and registration details can be found here.
URL:https://www.gdlsk.com/event/patrick-caulfield-to-speak-at-2025-annual-national-customs-brokers-forwarders-association-of-american-conference/
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