With ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions, new Section 232 investigations, and sudden tariff shifts happening weekly, it’s critical to assess your current compliance approach and be prepared to adapt. Failure to do so can result in costly delays, penalties, or missed duty savings opportunities.
Our M-PACT team works with clients in various industries to customize compliance strategies that support both day-to-day operations and long-term goals.
Customized M-PACT Services Include:
Audit & CBP Inquiries
Whether responding to a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) audit or conducting internal compliance reviews, our experts can guide you through documentation, process validation, and corrective action.
Trade Compliance Programs
We help build and implement comprehensive compliance frameworks, from policy development to team training. We ensure your business is aligned with U.S. customs regulations and international best practices.
Supply Chain Safety & Security
Protect your business and meet government expectations with services including:
• C-TPAT partnership support
• Restricted party screening
• Export control guidance
Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)
Whether you’re navigating USMCA, US-Japan, or other bilateral agreements, we assist with identifying and leveraging FTAs to reduce duties and expand market access.
Duty Minimization Services
From Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) consulting to duty drawback services, we offer proven methods to lower landed costs and improve cash flow while staying compliant.
Real-World Results: Product Classification Review Can Make All the Difference
One of our clients in the heavy-duty trucking industry recently faced significant tariff exposure due to how one of their products, a flexible tire flap, was classified. Though the company was only importing the rubber flap (with no steel components), the product had been classified under a steel-based code due to small metal clips used during final domestic assembly.
This misclassification subjected the item to unnecessarily high tariffs until our M-PACT team intervened. Through a thorough review, we helped the client reassess the product’s HTS classification, demonstrating that the imported component did not contain steel and should not be subject to the elevated duty rate. This change resulted in substantial duty savings and prevented future compliance risk.
This example underscores how crucial proper classification and proactive review are in today’s evolving trade environment.
The Value of Working with M-PACT
Partnering with a dedicated trade compliance consultant ensures your business:
• Stays ahead of policy changes
• Avoids regulatory missteps
• Identifies savings opportunities
• Streamlines customs processes
• Builds a stronger, more adaptable supply chain
Get in touch with our M-PACT team for a customized quote and learn how we can help you stay flexible within an uncertain trade landscape.