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Expertise
I have over 20 years of experience in import transportation and customs clearance. I am not able to answer export related questions but can assist with imports into the United States.
Experience in the area
I have been a licensed Customs Broker since 1996 and have been working for the freight forwarding industry for 24 years. I currently have my own business as an import consultant offering advice to importers in area of Customs regulatory compliance and am partnered with several prominent Customs attorneys.
Organizations
CCBFA (Chicago Customs brokers and Forwarders Association) OWIT (Organization of Women in International Trade) ITAGC (International Trade Association of Greater Chicago)
Education/Credentials
Licensed as Customs Broker, issued 1996 NCBFAA Certified Customs Specialist
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
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| Lisa | 05/24/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Lisa was very helpful and knowledgeable. Her ..... |
| Paul | 05/01/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | It wont allow me to reply except ..... |
| Tony | 04/29/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Sari | 04/24/12 | 9 | 10 | 10 | Lisa, thank you for your help! This ..... |
| Kevin Tran | 04/06/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | She is friendly, works quickly, and competent ..... |
Recent Answers from Lisa Madrid
2012-05-24 Import/Custom fees:
Hi, My educated, non-binding stab at this would be 6204.43.4030-16%. So, take the value of the dress and times it by 16%, that should be the duty amount. You will also pay .3464% in Merchandise Processing
2012-05-23 Import/Custom fees:
Hi Lisa, Without knowing more about the fabric and weave I would have a hard time giving you the classification. How are you planning on having all this shipped? If it is coming via Fed Ex they will
2012-05-22 customs:
Hi, I do not know who EMS is. What was on the DVD's?? That may give me a clue as to why they were seized. If it is inadmissible then it will be risky to ship via any means. I will not give anyone
2012-05-11 Imports from China:
Hi Alisa, I strongly suggest that you have the boxes labeled. I would need to do further research on the lockets to answer you completely. As I see it now, you are the person receiving the lockets
2012-05-11 Import:
Hi Renata, You do not need a license to import, however you will need to have a surety bond. You can either do a single transaction bond for each shipment or you can purchase a continuous bond which
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