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TRG’s Favorite Hot Springs
Living in Bozeman (or Montana, for that matter) affords TRG easy access to a plethora of options when seeking the therapeutic waters of a hot spring. The following are TRG's favorite outstanding hot...
Strange Possessions Seized by Customs
Typically, "seized by Customs" brings to mind the usual suspects; gold, jewels, counterfeit goods, even people. However, there exists a whole world of unique and strange "things" that get...
Five Things To Do While In Bozeman
Are you just visiting Bozeman, or perhaps you are struggling to find an exciting Saturday adventure? Well, look no further than this list of excellent ideas for things to do in, or around, Bozeman....
Top 5 U.S. Ports by Import Cargo Volume
Here at TRG we do business with companies of all sizes that import a diverse array of commodities. They import everything from iPhones to crude oil. In order to move these goods, these companies...
Importer Security Filing Enforcement Update
Correct, complete, and timely Importer Security Filing (ISF) is a crucial element of the import process for anyone bringing goods into the United States. These essential documents should be regarded...
5 Things You Should Know About Customs Bonds
Customs Bonds are a regular part of the importing community, and knowing more about them can help to increase compliance. Below are five things every importer should know about them. Although they...
Introduction to General Average
General Average is one of the more interesting and yet misunderstood laws involved in the international trade industry. What is General Average, and why would an importer or exporter need to...
HS and HTS Codes: Global Trade’s Common Language
Classification can be an intimidating part of importing. So getting to know your HS and/or HTSUS codes is an important step to becoming a compliant importer. Accurate and straightforward...
What is a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ)?
Manufacturers and importers of all sizes can take advantage of a Foreign Trade Zone, but often many are not aware of the advantages and cost reductions. So, let's go over the basics of an FTZ and...
Global Trade Trends in Fall 2012
This has been an exciting, even tumultuous quarter for global trade trends. Several major events have rocked the community recently, and three of these events come to mind as being particularly...
Country of Origin Marking
For importers, many countries require a mark associated with the Country of Origin as an element of Customs compliance that must be adhered to. The origin marking practice began in the World War II...
Valuation of Goods, It’s Important for Compliance
Valuation of goods is an important aspect of filing requirements when importing goods into the United States. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) must be provided not only with the classification of...