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HS code explained customs classification import duties

HS Code Explained: Classifying Goods and Calculating Import Duties

Every product that crosses an international border requires a code. That code tells customs exactly what the product is and how much import duty applies. The HS code is that number.
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Bill of Lading meaning function importance explained

Bill of Lading Explained: Meaning, Function and Importance in International Trade

In international sea freight, one document determines everything. It determines who can collect the cargo, how ownership is transferred, and whether the bank releases payment. That document is the Bill of Lading.
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Incoterm DPU seller unloads destination explained

Incoterm DPU Explained: Delivery at Place Unloaded and Seller Responsibilities

For most Incoterms, the seller’s responsibility ends when the goods arrive at the destination, ready for unloading. The Incoterm DPU goes one step further.
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Incoterm CIP insurance risk responsibilities explained

Incoterm CIP Explained: Insurance, Risk and Responsibilities in International Trade

For most Incoterms, insurance is an optional choice for the buyer or seller. The Incoterm CIP works differently. Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP) includes insurance directly in the agreement and explicitly places this obligation on the seller
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Container ship at sea showing FOB transport

FOB Incoterm Explained: Responsibilities in Sea Freight

FOB is one of the oldest and most widely used Incoterms in international sea freight. It is still commonly used in global trade today. At the same time, it is also one of the most incorrectly applied terms
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DDP Incoterms worldwide transport by air sea road

DDP Incoterm Explained: Delivery Including Import Duties

Most Incoterms divide responsibilities between the buyer and seller. The DDP Incoterm works differently. The seller handles almost everything, including transport, export customs clearance, import customs clearance, import duties, and VAT in the destination country.
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What is customs clearance and how does The Customs Company support it?

Customs clearance is the mandatory process of declaring goods to customs authorities to allow legal import or export across borders. The Customs Company handles complete customs clearance in the Netherlands, including document verification, customs declarations, duty and VAT calculation, and regulatory compliance. By combining expert customs knowledge with digital systems, the company ensures fast, accurate, and compliant clearance for international shipments.

Yes. The Customs Company operates as a professional customs broker in the Netherlands, supporting importers, exporters, logistics providers, and international traders. As an experienced customs broker, the company manages customs declarations, customs formalities, transit procedures, and advisory services, helping businesses navigate Dutch and EU customs regulations efficiently.

Fiscal representation and VAT representation in the Netherlands (VAT representation NL) allow non-EU or foreign companies to trade goods within the EU without establishing a local legal entity. The Customs Company provides fiscal and VAT representation services, handling VAT registration, reporting, and compliance for import and export activities conducted via the Netherlands.

A T1 document is a customs transit document used to move non-EU goods within the European Union under customs supervision without immediate payment of import duties and VAT. The Customs Company prepares and manages T1 documents and other transit documents, enabling secure and compliant movement of goods between ports, borders, and bonded warehouses.

Yes. The Customs Company specializes in customs clearance in Rotterdam, Europe’s largest seaport and a major logistics hub. Acting as a reliable customs agent in Rotterdam, the company supports sea freight, container imports, exports, and transit shipments, ensuring smooth customs handling and minimal delays at the Port of Rotterdam.

HS Classification (Harmonized System classification) determines the correct customs duty rates, VAT, and regulatory requirements applied to goods. Incorrect HS codes can result in fines, shipment delays, or compliance issues. The Customs Company provides expert HS classification services, ensuring accurate product classification and compliant customs declarations.

Yes. The Customs Company offers professional customs advice and trade compliance services to help businesses comply with EU and international trade regulations. This includes guidance on customs legislation, documentation requirements, licensing, import and export controls, and risk mitigation to prevent penalties and disruptions.

The Customs Company manages all customs formalities, including import declarations, export declarations, and transit documents such as T1, T2, and T2L. The company also supports customs inspections, controls, and regulatory procedures, ensuring compliant and efficient cross-border trade operations.

Yes. The Customs Company works closely with freight forwarders, logistics providers, and bonded warehouses in the Netherlands (Bonded warehouse NL). This collaboration supports customs-controlled storage, transit movements, and seamless coordination between customs clearance and freight operations.

Following Brexit, customs declarations are required for trade between the UK and the EU. The Customs Company provides full Brexit customs services in the Netherlands, including UK import and export declarations, VAT handling, transit documentation, and customs advisory support to ensure compliant and uninterrupted UK-EU trade.
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