Specialty Manufacturing Trade Compliance Services including, but not limited to: 

Weekly compliance assistance within the engineering department to support import/export compliance of a world leader in mechanical drive gas engines for power generation.  Applications include compression, drill rigs and pressure pumping with outputs of 0.1 kilowatt to 4 megawatts of power generation:

• Determine proper U.S. import (Harmonized Tariff Schedule (“HTS”)) and U.S. export (Export Control Classification Number (“ECCN”)) classifications for original equipment parts and accessories.  Create and maintain a database of over 1,000 parts that have been classified by Addison-Clifton.
• Search for applicable rulings to establish rationale for classifications.
• Request and review Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System data.
• Contact suppliers for additional information necessary for proper classifications.
• Provide staff training regarding compliance responsibilities.
• Establish tables and charts for quick identification of product materials and functions for classifications.

Prototype product review services provided to sporting goods and clothing industry:

• Identify product compliance certification requirements for sale in foreign markets.
• Review for Federal Communications Commission licensing requirements.
• Classify products and accessories to identify duty and other related costs during the import and export process.
• Perform audits of shipments that identify classification accuracy and unique requirements for specialty materials, fabrics and furs.

Case-by-case compliance services provided by Addison-Clifton that address specific compliance challenges that are unique to its clients:

• Import and export classifications.  Addison-Clifton has classified over 100,000 end-items and related parts and components.
• Deemed exports.
• Licensing.
• Denied party screening.
• Anti-dumping violations.
• Database reviews after release of new HTS or ECCN revisions.
• Duty drawback.
• Boycott language.
• Sanctions.

Product analysis for global compliance provided to industry leaders in the manufacture of tooling, transmissions, firefighting equipment and architectural products in healthcare, hospitality, education and commercial applications:

• Evaluate the business model, interview staff and identify compliance risks.
• Create processes and policies, provide training and assist with implementation.
• Review product classifications for import and export.

Compliance guidance to a world leader in the area of custom biopharmaceutical development and manufacture:

• Evaluate processing methods and forms of transportation to meet government import and export requirements.
• Assist with licensing requirements.
• Minimize costs related to tariffs and fees.