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Dear Reader,

Customs formalities cover global supply chains from the country of exportation to the country of importation. The legal rules to be addressed on the way are extensive (tariff, non-tariff, safety, etc.). They vary across countries and regions, change constantly, and often are inaccessible because of the language barrier and/ or unavailability online. 

Businesses aim to arrange customs formalities in the most cost-effective way, taking into account tariff preferences, the variety of customs procedures, and the simplifications. Therefore, the task to ensure compliant and cost-effective customs formalities is a complex one and any customs-related topic is in the scope of the journal. 

At the core of the Customs Compliance & Risk Management Journal for Practitioners in Europe are these keywords: up-to-date customs knowledge, compliance, harmonisation and simplification of the international and national rules (the simpler the rules, the easier to trade and to manage compliance and risks).

The first bi-monthly issue was released at the end of March 2020. Stakeholders - business, customs, academia, and others - from all over the world are invited to read the journal and to contribute articles.

The Editorial Board:
Enrika Naujokė, CC Learning, UAB, Lithuania
Dr David Savage, Ireland
Roberto Raya da Silva, Raya Consult, Brazil
Prof Dr Borys Kormych, National University 'Odesa Law Academy', Ukraine
Dr Ilona Mishchenko, National University 'Odesa Law Academy', Ukraine
Samuel Draginich, Amazon EU, Luxembourg
Ira Reese, Global Security and Innovative Solutions, the USA
Mark Rowbotham, Portcullis ISC, the UK
Omer Wagner, Israel
Svitlana Siurik, Belgium

We will be happy to answer your questions. Contact us: info@customslcear.net  

Best regards,
Editorial Board

Terms and conditions

Terms and Conditions

Responsibility for the content. The information contained in the Customs Compliance & Risk Management Journal for Practitioners in Europe is for general information purposes only and cannot be construed as legal advice, conclusion or consultation. The publisher CC Learning, UAB (CustomsClear, the Publisher) does not necessarily agree with the views of the authors of articles.

Distribution. The exclusive right to distribute the journal belongs to the Publisher. The paid articles of the journal are only for the use of those who have acquired them lawfully. The originals or copies of the articles may not be distributed, sold, rented, lent or otherwise transferred without the written consent of CustomsClear.

Procedure upon violation. The Publisher will make every effort to resolve any disputes in a consensual manner and therefore asks to be notified (using the contact details provided) of any conflict or misunderstanding before other steps are taken.

Disclaimer. The Publisher accepts no liability for the quality of the information provided or for it being correct, complete or up-to-date. It is the sole responsibility of the authors themselves to ensure compliance with intellectual property rights. We expect authors to indemnify and hold the CustomsClear harmless from any loss, damage, claim, expense or costs, that may be incurred or sustained in connection with or in any way arising out as a result of intellectual property violation claims.

Contact: info@customsclear.net 

Information for authors

Information for Authors

Writing an article is a great way to share your knowledge and, if relevant, to inform readers about your expertise in a particular field of Customs.

Articles are contributed on a non-remunerated basis. Thanking you for your contribution, we will invite you to meet other authors in bimonthly online meetings.

The ISSN 2669-2171 number can be used for academic purposes.

Reader

The reader of the journal is a practitioner dealing with customs-related questions first of all in business. She or he might be a beginner or experienced one. Therefore, please write for practitioners, delivering your message in a simple and clear way. 

Language 

The main language of the journal is English. However, practitioners in many countries do not speak English, therefore, we encourage to write the article in several languages up to your choice.

Structure and length

Please start with about 3-5 sentences introducing what is your article about. Structure the article in short paragraphs, use subtitles. At the end of the article (and/ or in the author’s profile), you may introduce your organisation and services.

The length of the article is up to your choice, the most important is to clearly deliver the knowledge/ the main message to the reader (there are articles of 1000 and of 3000 words, it can be less or more). 

Author’s profile

Additionally, you may send us a picture and a description of the author for the author's profile. The author's profile opens when you click on the author’s name in the article. 

Note

Please also read 'About the Journal' and 'Terms and Conditions'.

Contacts

We will be happy to answer your questions. Please contact us by info@customsclear.net

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Customs issues related to trade in purported forced labor
03-03-2022

While many countries of the world find it morally correct to act regarding the importation of forced labor products, in the case of Xinjiang cotton the actions will be very difficult to achieve. Countries may enact “feel good” laws forbidding importation of such products and international bodies can develop guidelines and principles in commerce, but without the proper enforcement tools nothing can be accomplished unless these laws and guidelines can be enforced.

Ira Reese

origin, restrictions, trade barriers
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Customs issues related to trade in purported forced labor
03-03-2022

While many countries of the world find it morally correct to act regarding the importation of forced labor products, in the case of Xinjiang cotton the actions will be very difficult to achieve. Countries may enact “feel good” laws forbidding importation of such products and international bodies can develop guidelines and principles in commerce, but without the proper enforcement tools nothing can be accomplished unless these laws and guidelines can be enforced.

Ira Reese

origin, restrictions, trade barriers
en
Non-government controlled territories and free trade agreements
28-02-2022

As is well known, the war started by Russia in Ukraine affects a wide range of areas, both security and economic. It may also affect aspects related to imports and exports between Israel and Ukraine, which have signed a free trade agreement (FTA) in 2019. The reminder on that comes from the European Commission, which on February 23rd, 2022 released a notice to importers regarding imports from the non-government controlled territories of the Donetsk and Lugansk oblasts of Ukraine.

Omer Wagner

origin
en
Non-government controlled territories and free trade agreements
28-02-2022

As is well known, the war started by Russia in Ukraine affects a wide range of areas, both security and economic. It may also affect aspects related to imports and exports between Israel and Ukraine, which have signed a free trade agreement (FTA) in 2019. The reminder on that comes from the European Commission, which on February 23rd, 2022 released a notice to importers regarding imports from the non-government controlled territories of the Donetsk and Lugansk oblasts of Ukraine.

Omer Wagner

origin
en
'Lex Portus' - the journal launched in Ukraine after the annexation of Crimea
27-02-2022

A year ago, we published an interview with Prof Dr Borys Kormych, with whom we have the honour of cooperating on the editorial board of the CCRM journal. We then discussed the 'Lex Portus' journal, which was started in Ukraine after the annexation of Crimea, to address, among other topics, the resulting legal challenges in transport, customs and border formalities. The war started by Russia in Ukraine sheds new light on many of the topics covered in the interview: the annexation of Crimea, the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement, work done in Ukraine to join the Convention on Common Transit Procedure, and more. We invite you to read the interview.

Prof Dr Borys Kormych, Enrika Naujokė

knowledge management
en
'Lex Portus' - the journal launched in Ukraine after the annexation of Crimea
27-02-2022

A year ago, we published an interview with Prof Dr Borys Kormych, with whom we have the honour of cooperating on the editorial board of the CCRM journal. We then discussed the 'Lex Portus' journal, which was started in Ukraine after the annexation of Crimea, to address, among other topics, the resulting legal challenges in transport, customs and border formalities. The war started by Russia in Ukraine sheds new light on many of the topics covered in the interview: the annexation of Crimea, the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement, work done in Ukraine to join the Convention on Common Transit Procedure, and more. We invite you to read the interview.

Prof Dr Borys Kormych, Enrika Naujokė

knowledge management
en
Why seek a career as a customs specialist? Interview with a Global Customs Expert
20-02-2022

Many people discover their profession as customs specialists by chance and realise that it is their life passion. It is not a profession one usually dreams of. But it is worthy to be dreamed of! In this series of articles, we talk to customs specialists from around the world to find out why this profession is so exciting for them. Today, we invite you to meet a global customs expert at one of the world’s leading providers of diagnostic systems for hospitals.

Thomas Woodtli, Enrika Naujokė

knowledge management
en
Why seek a career as a customs specialist? Interview with a Global Customs Expert
20-02-2022

Many people discover their profession as customs specialists by chance and realise that it is their life passion. It is not a profession one usually dreams of. But it is worthy to be dreamed of! In this series of articles, we talk to customs specialists from around the world to find out why this profession is so exciting for them. Today, we invite you to meet a global customs expert at one of the world’s leading providers of diagnostic systems for hospitals.

Thomas Woodtli, Enrika Naujokė

knowledge management
en
Proposed changes in Indian Customs Law: Key areas to keep an eye on!
17-02-2022

On February 1, 2022, the Government of India announced its Union Budget for the period April 2022 to March 2023 (the ‘Budget’). While the Budget has introduced many legislative changes pertaining to Indian taxes, this article captures the key proposed changes in Indian Customs laws which can have an impact on international trade and the supply chain.

Bhupender Singh

law
en
Proposed changes in Indian Customs Law: Key areas to keep an eye on!
17-02-2022

On February 1, 2022, the Government of India announced its Union Budget for the period April 2022 to March 2023 (the ‘Budget’). While the Budget has introduced many legislative changes pertaining to Indian taxes, this article captures the key proposed changes in Indian Customs laws which can have an impact on international trade and the supply chain.

Bhupender Singh

law
en
PEM Convention: application of the new rules of origin in the machinery sector
11-02-2022

As of September 1st, 2021, there are new rules of origin in the European structure of the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) Convention that apply in parallel to the previous rules of origin as part of a transitional phase. They are called 'transitional rules'. The new rules of origin provide breathing space in the machinery sector (HS chapters 84, 85 and 90) for those companies that have to work with small margins.

Thomas Woodtli

law international, origin
en
PEM Convention: application of the new rules of origin in the machinery sector
11-02-2022

As of September 1st, 2021, there are new rules of origin in the European structure of the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) Convention that apply in parallel to the previous rules of origin as part of a transitional phase. They are called 'transitional rules'. The new rules of origin provide breathing space in the machinery sector (HS chapters 84, 85 and 90) for those companies that have to work with small margins.

Thomas Woodtli

law international, origin
en
Implementation of Common Transit and NCTS: Ukrainian realities and challenges
11-02-2022

The article analyses EU policies on the extension of Common Transit and the New Computerized Transit System (NCTS) to associated countries given the case of Ukraine. The decision on accepting Ukraine to join the Convention on Common Transit may be expected in 2022. Otherwise, considering the EU plans to complete the transition to the NCTS Phase 6 in the second quarter of 2025, the accession may be delayed until the end of 2025.

Roman Kril

law international, transit
en
Implementation of Common Transit and NCTS: Ukrainian realities and challenges
11-02-2022

The article analyses EU policies on the extension of Common Transit and the New Computerized Transit System (NCTS) to associated countries given the case of Ukraine. The decision on accepting Ukraine to join the Convention on Common Transit may be expected in 2022. Otherwise, considering the EU plans to complete the transition to the NCTS Phase 6 in the second quarter of 2025, the accession may be delayed until the end of 2025.

Roman Kril

law international, transit
en
Customs clearance in UK in 2022: what could possibly go wrong?
06-02-2022

Being aware of the many things that could go wrong with customs in 2022 will make you think about how to minimise risks.

Jessica Yang, Toby Spink

customs clearance, risk management
en
Customs clearance in UK in 2022: what could possibly go wrong?
06-02-2022

Being aware of the many things that could go wrong with customs in 2022 will make you think about how to minimise risks.

Jessica Yang, Toby Spink

customs clearance, risk management
en
EU law news: December 21/January 22
30-01-2022

News in week 4: International Customs Day 2022; UCC Work Programme Progress Report 2021 on progress in developing electronic systems; EU refers China to WTO following its trade restrictions on Lithuania; EU challenges Egyptian import restrictions at the WTO; anti-dumping duty on imports of acesulfame potassium, and certain tube and pipe fittings, of iron or steel; and more news!

law
en
EU law news: December 21/January 22
30-01-2022

News in week 4: International Customs Day 2022; UCC Work Programme Progress Report 2021 on progress in developing electronic systems; EU refers China to WTO following its trade restrictions on Lithuania; EU challenges Egyptian import restrictions at the WTO; anti-dumping duty on imports of acesulfame potassium, and certain tube and pipe fittings, of iron or steel; and more news!

law
en
Customs declaration and the rules for filling it out in EU
30-01-2022

As future specialists start learning how to fill in the customs declaration, several questions often arise: are the ‘customs declaration’ and the ‘Single Administrative Document’ two names for the same declaration? Why do they have to learn to fill in both the SAD boxes and the data elements? How do they relate to each other? Let us answer those questions.

Laura Maleckienė

customs declaration
en
Customs declaration and the rules for filling it out in EU
30-01-2022

As future specialists start learning how to fill in the customs declaration, several questions often arise: are the ‘customs declaration’ and the ‘Single Administrative Document’ two names for the same declaration? Why do they have to learn to fill in both the SAD boxes and the data elements? How do they relate to each other? Let us answer those questions.

Laura Maleckienė

customs declaration
en
Filling out the SAD box 37 'Procedure'
30-01-2022

Customs declaration is defined as an act whereby a person indicates a wish to place goods under a given customs procedure. The data you need to provide to customs depends on the customs procedure you choose. Therefore, it is appropriate to start analysing the completion of the declaration from the customs procedure. This is the data element ‘1/1 Procedure’ of the electronic declaration or box 37 'Procedure' of the paper-based declaration, that is, the Single Administrative Document (SAD). In the future, the data element ‘1/1 Procedure’ will be replaced by two ten-digit data element codes: ‘1109001000 Requested procedure’ and ‘1109002000 Previous procedure’.

Laura Maleckienė

customs declaration
en
Filling out the SAD box 37 'Procedure'
30-01-2022

Customs declaration is defined as an act whereby a person indicates a wish to place goods under a given customs procedure. The data you need to provide to customs depends on the customs procedure you choose. Therefore, it is appropriate to start analysing the completion of the declaration from the customs procedure. This is the data element ‘1/1 Procedure’ of the electronic declaration or box 37 'Procedure' of the paper-based declaration, that is, the Single Administrative Document (SAD). In the future, the data element ‘1/1 Procedure’ will be replaced by two ten-digit data element codes: ‘1109001000 Requested procedure’ and ‘1109002000 Previous procedure’.

Laura Maleckienė

customs declaration
en
Customs-related online resources in Canada
26-01-2022

To provide proper customs information, an importer needs knowledge. Online resources make acquiring it easier than it used to be. We overview online resources available in Canada for tariff classification, adjustments to transaction value, the origin of goods, commercial invoice, customs accounting declaration, calculation of duties and GST. This information is also useful for European (and other) exporters who sell their goods to Canada and want to know more about the import requirements of the country of destination.

Peter Mitchell

IT systems, databases
en
Customs-related online resources in Canada
26-01-2022

To provide proper customs information, an importer needs knowledge. Online resources make acquiring it easier than it used to be. We overview online resources available in Canada for tariff classification, adjustments to transaction value, the origin of goods, commercial invoice, customs accounting declaration, calculation of duties and GST. This information is also useful for European (and other) exporters who sell their goods to Canada and want to know more about the import requirements of the country of destination.

Peter Mitchell

IT systems, databases
en
Ukraine news: December 2021/January 2022
26-01-2022

News in international trade at a glance: the duty-free limit for parcels has been raised to 150 Eur; the government announced an ambitious plan - five new FTAs; imports of some kinds of cheese subject to safeguard investigation; anti-dumping duty on imports of potato starch, wood panels and thermal insulation materials; abolition of excise stamps on certain types of alcoholic beverages.

Iryna Pavlenko, Oleg Kyryievskyi

law
en
Ukraine news: December 2021/January 2022
26-01-2022

News in international trade at a glance: the duty-free limit for parcels has been raised to 150 Eur; the government announced an ambitious plan - five new FTAs; imports of some kinds of cheese subject to safeguard investigation; anti-dumping duty on imports of potato starch, wood panels and thermal insulation materials; abolition of excise stamps on certain types of alcoholic beverages.

Iryna Pavlenko, Oleg Kyryievskyi

law
en
Possibilities for application of e-CMR
25-01-2022

The article highlights the trends in Europe regarding the application of electronic CMR consignment notes (e-CMR). Which countries use the e-CMR? Why other countries do not? What are the benefits of using e-CMR for import, export and transit of goods?

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Momchil Antov

customs clearance, IT systems, databases
en
Possibilities for application of e-CMR
25-01-2022

The article highlights the trends in Europe regarding the application of electronic CMR consignment notes (e-CMR). Which countries use the e-CMR? Why other countries do not? What are the benefits of using e-CMR for import, export and transit of goods?

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Momchil Antov

customs clearance, IT systems, databases
en
Blocking Regulation: the first step towards solving the conflict of laws between EU and US sanctions
25-01-2022

The Court of Justice of the EU has interpreted for the first time the Blocking Regulation. The ruling confirms that it is possible to terminate contracts with a US designated person without providing reasons. However, in civil proceedings it is for the EU party to prove that, when it sought to terminate a contract, it did not seek to comply with US sanctions in the absence of an authorisation by the European Commission.

Lourdes Catrain, Eleni Theodoropoulou

restrictions, trade barriers
en
Blocking Regulation: the first step towards solving the conflict of laws between EU and US sanctions
25-01-2022

The Court of Justice of the EU has interpreted for the first time the Blocking Regulation. The ruling confirms that it is possible to terminate contracts with a US designated person without providing reasons. However, in civil proceedings it is for the EU party to prove that, when it sought to terminate a contract, it did not seek to comply with US sanctions in the absence of an authorisation by the European Commission.

Lourdes Catrain, Eleni Theodoropoulou

restrictions, trade barriers
en
Point of view on some aspects of trade, customs and career
23-01-2022

Point of view on these aspects of trade, customs and career: Don’t just trade, provide global service. As a trader, respond positively to the role Customs plays within global trade. Six points to consider when planning your career as a customs advisor.

Ronnie Van Rooyen

export, import
en
Point of view on some aspects of trade, customs and career
23-01-2022

Point of view on these aspects of trade, customs and career: Don’t just trade, provide global service. As a trader, respond positively to the role Customs plays within global trade. Six points to consider when planning your career as a customs advisor.

Ronnie Van Rooyen

export, import
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