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When Parts Become a Bicycle Dutch Customs is currently putting an increased focus on imported bike parts. These checks are all after the import has taken place, hence their name: Controle na import (CNI, check after import). The parts are imported under HS Code HTS Code: 8714 .. .. Parts And …

Formaldehyde One of the most commonly found dangerous gases is Formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is a colourless gas with a sharp and irritating smell. It's noticeable even in low concentrations, and regular exposure can lead to serious health issues. Common complaints after coming into contact with …

When goods are bought or sold Cost and Freight (CFR) it means that the Seller is responsible for the delivery of the goods to a ship and loading the goods onto the ship. The seller is also responsible for any customs export documentation and export licences  if needed. Also, the seller is …

A reminder on what is restricted so far Since 2014, the EU has imposed several rounds of sanctions against Russia. Here are some of the restrictions in EU sanctions packages one to 13:  Asset and travel freezes for high-profile individuals and those belonging to certain companies, institutions, or …

Did you know over 5,530,000 tonnes of bananas were consumed in the EU in 2022? Yet only 583,000 of these were produced in the European Union. This means that nearly five million tonnes of bananas were imported to the European Union in 2022 from outside countries. So, where do they come from? …

Because Iran is not complying with its international obligation, the EU has adopted restrictive measures against Iran. These restrictive measures are both economic and financial sanctions and they have been in effect since 2011. The measures are extended yearly, which was recently done. The …

The sanctions against Russia so far (since 2014) Although the large-scale conflict between Russia and Ukraine has come into the international spotlight since major military action in February 2022, it has been ongoing since March 2014. As the conflict has escalated, the EU has introduced …

Transit Documents If you want to postpone the payment of duties and taxes and first transport your goods to their destination, you need transit documents. There are two types of transit documents: T1 Document This is a transport document needed if you want to transport goods from outside the …

What is an EORI number? Since the United Kingdom left the European Union UK EORI numbers are no longer be valid in the European Union. Per January 1st 2021 there will be two types of EORI numbers. An EU EORI number and a UK EORI number. An EU EORI number is a European Union registration and …

Convooien and Licenten  The Dutch word for Customs is Douane. The origin of this word can be found in Latin, where the word doane means toll building.   The Customs Authority is the oldest governmental agency in the Netherlands. On 14 June 1597, a resolution by the Staten Generaal, which was what …