Customs

Do we solve headaches, suffering, and uncertainty for you? Welcome to perfect importing. Enjoy total security without losing profitability. Import tariffs are the tool used by customs to regulate international trade. This tax is levied on imports of goods from countries outside the European Union. Its application is not without complexity, as there are different […]

One of the usual controls for introducing goods into Spain from third countries is the SOIVRE for the importation of industrial products. This surveillance system ensures compliance with quality standards and the characteristics of products from international trade. The Official Service for Inspection and Surveillance of Foreign Trade (SOIVRE) emerged in the 1930s for the […]

The Incoterm (International Commercial Terms) sets out the conditions agreed upon between the exporter and the importer regarding the delivery of goods, transaction costs, and responsibilities of each involved party. The most commonly used Incoterms when importing from China are CIF and FOB, two modalities of managing maritime transportation that have significant differences in terms […]

Planning timing for autumn imports is key to not breaking the supply chain, especially in sectors where seasonality drives a peak in sales. In Spain, flowers peak in the last week of October, driven by the All Saints’ Day holiday. In other sectors, such as textiles and footwear, the new season kicks off with garments […]

The responsibilities of a customs agent consist of facilitating the import and export of goods subject to customs inspection. Among their tasks are the proper classification of merchandise, the calculation of dutiable value, and determining which products are subject to restrictions and controls. To carry out this work, they must have a thorough understanding of […]

Less Than Container Load (LCL) shipping is used when the cargo is not sufficient to fill a full container. LCL shipping means that the goods must share a container with products from other suppliers. This system is often used by importers of small volumes of goods who opt for consolidation to save costs. Consolidation or […]

The import of frames for prescription glasses is regulated in Spain by the Spanish Agency of Medicines and Medical Devices (AEMPS), as they are considered medical devices and, therefore, must meet specific safety requirements as well as certification of compliance with the standards set out in Directive 93/42/EEC.The Royal Decree 1591/2009, following the community directive, […]

The Bill of Lading (BL) is the most important document in maritime imports. The success of the commercial operation largely depends on its correct completion. The complexity of the documentation required for international maritime trade operations makes it advisable to delegate these procedures to a management company, especially for importers with little experience.The maritime transport […]

Air transport in international trade is the fastest and safest method, but importing goods by air is not always the best option. Its advantages (immediacy, security, simpler logistics and procedures) are counteracted by higher costs and lower cargo capacity, so it is necessary to weigh all factors before making a decision. Advantages of Importing Goods […]

The phytosanitary certificate for the importation of plant products is a necessary document to certify that goods originating from third countries are free from pests. The introduction of plants and plant products into the Member States of the European Union is regulated by Directive 2000/29/EC, which is reflected in the Royal Decree 58/2005 through a […]