CUSTOMS AND IMPORT COMPLIANCE
Customs, Brokerage, and Import
Navigate US customs requirements with experienced guidance for product classification, tariff exposure, valuation, country of origin, trade agreements, and import compliance.
How we can help
Make More Informed Import Decisions
Import requirements can affect landed costs, delivery schedules, sourcing decisions, documentation, and regulatory risk. Paragon Trade Solutions helps businesses evaluate their US import obligations before goods reach the border and address compliance concerns when questions arise.
Practical Guidance for Complex Imports
We work with importers, manufacturers, distributors, and other organizations to evaluate product classifications, determine applicable tariffs, review valuation methods, and strengthen internal import procedures. Our guidance is tailored to the products, transactions, countries, and commercial circumstances involved.
Customs and Brokerage Services
HTS and Schedule B Classification
Paragon evaluates product materials, functions, technical characteristics, and intended uses to support accurate HTS and Schedule B classifications for US import and export transactions.
USMCA and Free Trade Agreements
We review product classifications, sourcing, manufacturing activities, and applicable rules of origin to determine potential eligibility under USMCA and other free trade agreements.
Country of Origin Determination
Paragon analyzes sourcing, production, assembly, and processing activities to help determine the appropriate country of origin for marking, tariffs, documentation, and trade agreement purposes.
Duty Drawback Support
We assess whether qualifying imported merchandise may be eligible for a refund of certain duties, taxes, and fees following its exportation, destruction, or use in exported goods.
IEEPA, Section 232, and Section 301 Tariff Analysis
Paragon evaluates whether additional tariffs imposed under IEEPA, Section 232, or Section 301 may apply based on product classification, origin, and current trade measures.
Customs Valuation Analysis
We review transaction value, assists, royalties, commissions, related-party transactions, and other considerations that may affect the value declared to US Customs and Border Protection.
Import Audits and
C-TPAT Support
Paragon reviews import records, classification practices, valuation methods, origin determinations, and internal procedures while supporting preparation for audits and C-TPAT certification efforts.
A STRONGER IMPORT PROGRAM
Address Compliance Before It Disrupts Your Supply Chain
Effective customs compliance requires more than clearing individual shipments. Businesses need consistent classifications, reliable records, accurate declarations, and internal procedures that reflect how products are sourced, valued, and imported.
Paragon Trade Solutions can help your organization:
- Identify classification and tariff concerns before importation
- Evaluate the impact of sourcing and manufacturing changes
- Review customs values and supporting documentation
- Assess trade agreement eligibility and duty-saving opportunities
- Strengthen import procedures and recordkeeping practices
- Prepare for customs audits, reviews, and C-TPAT certification
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Frequently Asked Questions
An HTS classification is the code used to identify merchandise imported into the United States. It helps determine applicable duty rates and may affect tariffs, trade programs, reporting requirements, and other regulatory obligations.
HTS codes are primarily used for merchandise imported into the United States. Schedule B codes are generally used for US export reporting. Although the two systems are related, the appropriate code may differ depending on the transaction.
Country of origin can affect marking, tariff treatment, trade agreement eligibility, government procurement requirements, and additional duties. It may depend on where a product was substantially transformed rather than where it was shipped from.
Paragon can review a product’s classification, materials, sourcing, production process, and applicable rules of origin to help determine whether it may qualify for preferential treatment under USMCA.
Imported merchandise may be subject to ordinary customs duties and additional tariffs imposed under IEEPA, Section 232, or Section 301. Application depends on classification, origin, product type, and current trade measures.
Customs valuation determines the value declared to US Customs and Border Protection. The analysis may consider transaction value, assists, royalties, commissions, packing costs, proceeds, and related-party circumstances.
Duty drawback is a program that may allow businesses to recover certain duties, taxes, and fees paid on imported goods when qualifying merchandise is later exported or destroyed.
Yes. Paragon can review classifications, customs values, origin determinations, import documentation, recordkeeping practices, and internal procedures to identify potential gaps before an audit or regulatory review.
Clear classifications, reliable documentation, and a complete understanding of applicable duties can help your organization reduce risk and manage imported goods more effectively.
Paragon Trade Solutions
Need Help with a Customs or Import Matter?
Whether you are classifying a new product, reviewing tariff exposure, assessing country of origin, preparing for an audit, or strengthening your import compliance program, Paragon Trade Solutions can help you determine the appropriate next steps.