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2/12/2024
Customs Support Group Welcomes Harry Ginschel as Chief People Officer
Harry Ginschel's Leadership Experience and Impact at CSG With over 20 years of international people leadership experience, Harry brings a wealth of expertise essential for strengthening our people function and driving our team agenda forward. Going beyond traditional HR, Harry, in his new …

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19/6/2024
What you need to know about the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
What is the EU Deforestation regulation (EUDR)? Similar to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) is designed to reduce the environmental impact of those products which originate from and/or are produced outside the European Union. The EUDR is …

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8/1/2025
Unlocking the hidden benefits of the customs function
Discover how you can unlock these benefits in this article. Expanding what customs is You know that customs clearance includes an export and an import declaration , with import duty and VAT paid during the latter. But, these are only the core, in-shipment parts of the customs function. There are …

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3/1/2025
New EU Export Regulations:
Key Updates and Deadlines for Exporters Contracts Concluded Before 19 December 2023 • Contracts signed before this date were subject to a one-year transition period, which ended on 19 December 2024, or earlier if the contract expired beforehand. • For these contracts to remain enforceable …

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7/1/2025
The Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) 2025
In this article, we explore the main updates introduced by PEM 2025 and provide practical guidance on ensuring smooth customs operations and trade compliance during this critical transition. Why This Change Matters to Your Business The updated PEM 2025 rules offer several advantages that will …

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13/1/2025
Updates on EU Customs Regulations – January 2025
Regulation (EU) 2024/3126 – Reclassification of Cleansing Wipes Effective as of January 4, 2025, Regulation (EU) 2024/3126 repeals the earlier Regulation (EU) 385/2013 . This change specifically impacts the classification of makeup removal wipes made from nonwoven fabric and impregnated with …

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27/1/2025
Streamlining Global Repairs
The Challenge: Time-Critical Repairs and Complex Customs Flows CTDI's Polish facility faced the challenge of meeting a critical 24-hour repair window for air-shipped devices, mostly from the UK. Delays in customs clearance arising after the introduction of UK customs borders and complex …

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21/1/2020
Binding Tariff Information: What Is It?
What is a Binding Tariff Information? A Binding Tariff Information (BTI) decision is a written tariff classification of your goods. It’s not a legal requirement, but it provides assurance that your goods have the correct commodity code or Harmonized tariff code. This is important, as different …

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29/1/2025
Key Trends in Customs and Trade to Watch in 2025
In 2025, the customs and trade landscape is undergoing profound transformations driven by geopolitical shifts, new trade and environmental regulations, technological advancements, and evolving market dynamics. As Europe’s leading provider of customs and trade solutions , Customs Support Group …

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17/1/2025
Changes to Transit Declarations in Belgium (NCTS Phase 5)
Making the switch from NCTS Phase 4 to Phase 5 Belgian Customs informed us that all tests went well in the new system however an emergency procedure will become active on the same day (21st of January) “just in case”. Be advised that we potentially will experience extensive delays due to the NCTS …
