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CONTACT US For All Your U.S. Customs Brokerage Services, Trade Compliance Services, Logistics, And Freight Solutions For All Of Your Import-Export Needs.

Despite the uncertainty in today’s rapidly changing world of the timing, scope, and duty rates associated with new tariffs, there are strategic steps you can take to lower risk, mitigate the impacts of new duties, and build a more effective supply chain. GSM International is here to help you every step of the way!”

Tariff Re-Engineering – Uncover new opportunities to legally re-classify and declare goods under an HTSUS condition to benefit from a lower duty rate.

Shaping the Future of Logistics transport

CONTACT US For All Your U.S. Customs Brokerage Services, Trade Compliance Services, Logistics, And Freight Solutions For All Of Your Import-Export Needs.

Despite the uncertainty in today’s rapidly changing world of the timing, scope, and duty rates associated with new tariffs, there are strategic steps you can take to lower risk, mitigate the impacts of new duties, and build a more effective supply chain. GSM International is here to help you every step of the way!”

Tariff Re-Engineering – Uncover new opportunities to legally re-classify and declare goods under an HTSUS condition to benefit from a lower duty rate.

GSM International offers a “Wide Variety of Logistics Services”

GSM International delivers the knowledge, expertise, and opportunity to optimize every mile on every lane for all your shipments. Get full service which provides you with more options to manage your logistics and supply chain.

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GSM International was founded in 2010 and is CTPAT certified. Our employees have over 70 years of experience with Customs and Border Protection, Fortune 500 Companies, Freight Forwarding, and U.S. Customs Brokerage firms. GSM International is a proud member of the following associations:

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Billie Heilian

OWNER, CEO, AND U.S. CUSTOMS
LICENSED CUSTOMS BROKER

Yuki Ota

ENTRY & LOGISTICS SPECIALIST

Okie O’Connor

U.S. LICENSED CUSTOMS BROKER AND INTERNATIONAL TRADE & LOGISTICS SPECIALIST

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GSM International continues to monitor Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

From: Bill O’Connor | Okie@gsm.international 23 April at 4:17AM To: Design Orient Agency (j.smith@designorientagency.com) | j.smith@designorientagency.com Cc: Billie Heilian |

Update ST&R Trade Analysis: Update on New EOs

Dear Importers, A few things to note for April 10, 2025, 12:01AM ET: Imports from China, Macau and Hong Kong

President Trump announced on Truth Social that a 90-day pause and a “substantially lowered” of the reciprocal tariffs, effective immediately.

“Based on the lack of respect that China has shown to the World’s Markets, I am hereby raising the Tariff

New tariffs imposed by the US on selected trading partners: Asia

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GSM has the expertise in customs regulations, trade compliance, and logistics management to facilitate a smooth and efficient import/export operations. Service deliver the knowledge & opportunity. To optimize every mile on every lane. Get full-service

Exclusive Skills By GSM

GSM has the expertise in customs regulations, trade compliance, and logistics management to facilitate a smooth and efficient import/export operations. Service deliver the knowledge & opportunity. To optimize every mile on every lane. Get full-service

KNOWLEDGE OF CUSTOMS LAWS

Knowledge of customs laws

Importers must consider four core legal requirements –
1. Admissibility and the entry process;
2. Tariff Classification;
3. Valuation; and
4. Country of Origin.
Our team at GSM demonstrates a thorough understanding of US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations, including tariff classifications, import/export procedures, and trade agreements.

KNOWLDEGE OF TARIFF CLASSIFICATION & VALUATION

Knowldege of Tariff Classification & Valuation

A strong understanding in accurately classifying goods and determining their value for duty purposes. Particularly in deducting the appropriate “Non-Dutiable charges” from the invoice value of the goods to reduce the amount of duties paid to US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) such as International freight charges; Insurance costs, Terminal Handling fees, Customs House Brokerage fees, Warehousing costs, Inspection or testing fees, Post-importation price adjustments, certain discounts agreed upon before importation, and costs related to construction, erection, assembly, maintenance, or technical assistance.

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KNOWLEDGE OF POST ENTRY PROCESS

Knowledge Of Post Entry Process

Understanding the Post Entry Critiera; Post Entry Summary Correction Restrictions; Filing Timeframe Exceptions; Changes Eligible under Post Entry Critiera; Liquidation of entries and extensions; Timely filing of Post Entry Amendments & Post Entry Summary Corrections; and Avoid triggering an audit by filing a Post Entry Amendment. Under US Customs laws importers have the right to challenge denied protests as well as other “unprotestable” US Customs actions.

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PROFICIENCY IN CUSTOMS SOFTWARE

Proficiency In Customs Software

We use the most up-to-date software to submit your entries ensuring 100% accuracy and compliance with Item Classification & Valuation Tools, Data Integrity Verification, Trade Management Workbench, Cloud-Based Solution, Web-Based filing. and An automated submission process to maintain consistency. Cost, Compliance, and Control making your US Imports and customs clearance responsibilities seamless.

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GSM’s STAFF ARE EXPERTS IN

GSM’s Staff Are Experts In

Preparing and filing your customs forms; Coordinating the transportation and storage of your products; Applying for your duty refunds and any tariff reclassifications; Negotiating with Customs officials on your behalf; and Troubleshooting your compliance issues.

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