Customs Modernization Act: Primary U.S. customs legislation that modernized customs procedures and emphasized importers' responsibility for declaring accurate information
Tariff Act of 1930: Foundational U.S. customs law that provides framework for duties, import restrictions, and customs enforcement
Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015: Modern legislation that strengthens enforcement of U.S. trade laws and facilitates legitimate trade
Code of Federal Regulations (19 CFR): Detailed regulations governing customs duties, procedures, and requirements in the United States
Export Administration Regulations (EAR): Regulations governing the export of commercial and dual-use items from the United States
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR): Regulations controlling the export and import of defense-related articles and services
WTO Valuation Agreement: International standards for determining customs value of imported goods
INCOTERMS: International commercial terms that define responsibilities of buyers and sellers in international transactions
USMCA/NAFTA Requirements: Trade agreement requirements specific to North American trade between US, Mexico, and Canada
CBP Form 7501 Requirements: Specific documentation requirements for the Entry Summary form used for declaring imported goods
Harmonized Tariff Schedule: Classification system for imported goods determining applicable duty rates and regulatory requirements
Country of Origin Rules: Requirements for marking and determining the country of origin for imported goods
CBP Regulations: Specific rules and procedures established by U.S. Customs and Border Protection for imports and exports
FDA Requirements: Additional requirements for food, drugs, cosmetics, and medical devices entering the U.S.
USDA Requirements: Additional requirements for agricultural products entering the U.S.
Anti-dumping Laws: Regulations protecting against unfairly priced imports sold below market value
Record Keeping Requirements: Mandatory 5-year retention period for all customs-related documentation and transactions
False Claims Act: Law imposing liability on persons/companies who defraud governmental programs, including customs declarations
