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Import/Export Compliance Checklist for Supply Chain

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Importer Information & Registration

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Verify importer details, registration numbers, and ongoing compliance requirements.

Importer Legal Name

Importer EIN/Tax ID

Importer Registration Status

Registration Expiration Date

Copy of Import Registration Certificate

Importer Address

Importer Contact Type

Exporter Verification & Due Diligence

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Confirm exporter legitimacy, compliance history, and adherence to ethical sourcing practices.

Exporter's Risk Level (Based on Country & Industry)

Exporter's Business Registration Details

Exporter's Business License/Registration Certificate

Exporter's Compliance Program Existence

Exporter's Previous Audit/Inspection History (if available)

Years of Experience in Exporting

Exporter's Certifications (e.g., ISO, Sedex)

Product Classification (HS Codes)

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Accurate determination of Harmonized System (HS) codes for all imported/exported goods.

Product Description

First Digit HS Code (Chapter)

Second Digit HS Code

Third Digit HS Code

Fourth Digit HS Code

Full HS Code (Combined)

Notes/Justification for HS Code Selection

Tariff & Duty Calculations

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Ensure correct calculation and payment of tariffs, duties, and other import/export taxes.

Invoice Value (USD)

Currency Exchange Rate (USD/Local Currency)

Trade Agreement (if applicable)

Applicable Tariff Rate (%)

Duty Amount (USD)

Additional Duties/Taxes (e.g., VAT, Excise)

Value of Additional Duties/Taxes (USD)

Import/Export Licenses & Permits

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Identify and secure all necessary licenses, permits, and authorizations.

Import License Type (if applicable)

License Number (if applicable)

License Issue Date (if applicable)

License Expiration Date (if applicable)

Export Permit Type (if applicable)

Permit/License Number

Upload Copy of Permit/License (Optional)

Country of Origin Determination

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Verify the true origin of goods for preferential trade agreements and labeling requirements.

Country of Origin Rules Applied

Detailed Explanation of Origin Determination

Manufacturing Processes Occurring in Multiple Countries

Percentage of Value Added in Originating Country (if applicable)

Supporting Documentation (e.g., Bill of Materials, Supplier Declarations)

Originating Country Claimed

Restricted Party Screening

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Screening of parties involved against restricted party lists (e.g., OFAC, EU sanctions).

Importer/Exporter Name

Goods Description

Transaction Value (USD)

Screening Platform Used (e.g., WorldCheck, Dow Jones)

List(s) Screened Against (Select All That Apply)

Screening Results Summary

Screening Date

Authorized Signatory

Customs Documentation Review

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Review of commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and other customs documents for accuracy and completeness.

Commercial Invoice - Upload

Packing List - Upload

Bill of Lading/Air Waybill - Upload

Invoice Currency

Invoice Number

Invoice Date

Description of Goods (Match Invoice & Packing List)

Prohibited & Restricted Goods

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Compliance with regulations concerning prohibited and restricted goods (e.g., weapons, hazardous materials).

Commodity Type (Review List)

Detailed Description of Goods

Country of Destination (Regarding Restrictions)

Quantity of Goods (Units)

Applicable Restrictions (Select all that apply)

Supporting Documentation (e.g., MSDS, Export Permits)

Record Keeping & Audit Trail

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Maintain accurate records of import/export transactions and ensure a clear audit trail for regulatory inspections.

Record Creation Date

Summary of Transaction Details

Transaction Reference Number

Supporting Documentation (Commercial Invoice, Packing List)

Record Status (Active, Archived, Review Pending)

Date of Last Review

Notes from Last Review (if applicable)

Sanctions & Embargo Compliance

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Adherence to international sanctions and embargoes related to specific countries or entities.

Applicable Sanctions Program(s)

Specify 'Other' Sanctions Program (if applicable)

Entities/Countries Subject to Sanctions?

Description of Entities Involved (if applicable)

Supporting Documentation (e.g., screening results)

Date of Last Screening

Sanctions Screening Tool Used?

Temporary Import/Export Procedures

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Compliance with procedures for temporary imports and exports (e.g., ATA Carnet).

Import/Export Procedure Type

Procedure Description (if 'Other' selected)

Entry Date

Expected Re-Export Date

Duration (in days)

Supporting Documentation (e.g., Carnet)

Carnet Number (if applicable)

Entry Port/Location

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