The Logistics & Documentation of Taking Your Samples Abroad

1. The Logistics & Documentation of Taking Your Samples Abroad Leslie Levy August, Senior Vice President, boomerang carnets

2. FAQ • Can I just bring samples on the plane with me in my luggage? • When do I need a freight forwarder? • Will the trade mission organizer handle the details? • Can the trade show or exhibition organizer provide what I need? • What happens if I sell the samples overseas?

3. Categories of Samples • Temporary Imports (Boomerang FreightSM) • Trade Show Booths, Exhibition Equipment • Product Samples for Display or Demonstration • Not Dutiable or Taxable • Returns to Country it Was Shipped From • Usually Returns Within 12 Months • Permanent Imports • Imported Products For Sale in Foreign Country • Dutiable and Taxable

4. Temporary vs. Permanent Imports • Different Requirements & Needs • Temporary = U.S. Export and Re-Import • Permanent = U.S. Export Only • Documents • Duties • Taxes • Cargo Insurance – Round-Trip vs. One-Way • Temporary imports are not exempt from licensing, certification or documentation.

5. Temporary vs. Permanent • Temporary import-exports for commercial purposes are subject to all the same rules and regulations of permanent imports. • Temporary export documents such as ATA Carnets do not negate the need for export licenses or the need to adhere to export regulations. • However, if you prepare and document a temporary import properly you can save time, hassle and money.

6. Temporary Export-Import Documents • Temporary Import Bond (TIB) • ATA Carnet – Developed especially for commercial samples, professional equipment and trade fairs & exhibitions. • Consumption Entry with Duty Drawback • Customs Broker’s Entry Bond A chart comparing these methods is available at ATACarnet.com.

7. ATA Carnet Document • Accepted in 83 countries. • Single document can be used for multiple countries and trips. • Accepted for 6-12 months. • Works with hand-carried or shipped items. • Can be issued directly to shipper or to their freight forwarder.

8. Agencies Regulating Exports* • FDA – Food & Drug Administration • U.S. Census Bureau – Foreign Trade • Dept of Commerce Bureau of Industry & Security – Commercial & Military Applications • U.S. Department of State – Defense • U.S. Fish & Wildlife *This is a partial list.

9. Import/Export Documents • ATA Carnet • Electronic Export Information (formerly SED) • Certificate of Cargo Insurance • Export License, if required.

10. Logistics • Hand-Carried vs. Shipped • Trade Missions or Trade Shows May Have Logistics Partners • Is there a waiver for duties and taxes? • If You Want to Use FedEx Use FedEx Trade Networks (they understand carnets) • You Can Control Customs Clearance Process Regardless of Your Logistics Provider

11. Selling Samples Overseas • Under a Permanent (Consumption) Entry no additional import-export forms are required. • For a Temporary Import, the entry becomes permanent: duties & taxes must be paid. • Proof of payment of duties & taxes must be presented to foreign customs. • Or, a claim under the carnet will occur.

12. Contact Information boomerang carnets CIB Carnet HelpLineSM 800.ATA.2900 Info@ATACarnet.com Website: www.ATACarnet.com Twitter: ATACarnetExpert & BoomerangFr8Gal Facebook: www.Facebook.com/ATACarnet

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