Importer's Directory

Welcome to the Importer’s Directory on ISFEntry.com, your comprehensive guide to global trade. This directory is designed to help you navigate the complex world of international shipping and customs procedures.

Our directory serves as a glossary for importers, providing clear and concise definitions of key terms and concepts in the import-export industry. From HS Codes to Bill of Lading, from Customs Declarations to Freight Forwarding, we’ve got you covered.

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There are currently 11 Definition in this directory beginning with the letter A.
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Ad Valorem Duty
A duty calculated as a percentage of the value of the imported goods.

Advance Ruling
A decision by customs authorities providing guidance on tariff classification and other customs matters.

Anti-Circumvention Duty
A duty imposed to prevent the circumvention of trade rules or tariffs.

Anti-Dumping Duty
A duty imposed to counteract the sale of goods at below-market prices.

Anti-Dumping Duty (ADD)
A duty imposed on imported goods sold below their fair market value.

Anti-Dumping Duty (ADD) Compliance
Ensuring compliance with duties imposed on imported goods sold below their fair market value.

ATA Carnet
A customs document that allows the temporary importation of commercial samples, professional equipment, or goods for exhibitions or fairs.

Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)
A U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) system for processing import and export data.

Automated Export System (AES)
A U.S. government system used for electronic filing of export data.

Automated Export System (AES) Submission
The electronic filing of export data through the AES.

Automated Export System (AES) Submission Process
The electronic filing of export data through the AES.