JOI Consulting Group is a strategic partner for companies engaged in foreign economic activities in the United States. Our goal is to ensure full compliance of international trade activities with the law, reduce client costs, speed up processes, and guarantee reliable legal protection of business.
Basic Customs Services:
• Customs Clearance – preparation and filing of declarations using CBP Form 7501, correct determination of the code under the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS), calculation of duties and taxes;
• Pre-Classification Ruling – obtaining a binding decision from CBP, reducing risk during inspections and disputes;
• Consulting on Tariff and Non-Tariff Measures – analysis of quotas, licenses, anti-dumping duties, sanitary and phytosanitary requirements.
Complex Customs Procedures:
• Temporary Importation under Bond (TIB) – support for temporary importation of equipment, exhibition items, and sports equipment with guarantees;
• In-Bond and Transit Procedures – organization of cargo transit through the U.S., ensuring safety and CBP compliance;
• Drawback, Re-Import & Re-Export – preparation of documents for duty drawback, support in returns or re-exports;
• Processing & Manufacturing under Customs Supervision – processing procedures inside and outside the U.S.; compliance with CBP and FDA;
• Export Control Compliance – legal expertise on dual-use goods (EAR, ITAR); obtaining export licenses; OFAC sanctions compliance support;
• Strategic Goods & Regulated Commodities – licensing of imports/exports of medicines, medical equipment, chemicals, precious metals, and defense products.
Additional Services:
• Warehouse & Bonded Storage Solutions – storage organization in temporary and bonded warehouses;
• Insurance & Risk Management – insurance solutions for cargo; legal analysis of insurance agreements;
• Certification & Licensing – support in obtaining FDA, USDA, EPA permits and certificates;
• Sanctions & Trade Restrictions Advisory – screening of counterparties via SDN List, Consolidated Screening List; legal expertise of trade transactions.
Legal Protection and Disputes:
• Representation before CBP – contesting decisions, protecting client interests in additional charges and fines;
• Administrative & Judicial Appeals – preparing complaints under 19 U.S.C. § 1514; representation before the Court of International Trade (CIT).
Our Advantages:
• Many years of experience in international trade and customs law;
• Comprehensive approach: legal support, logistics, and compliance;
• Personal responsibility for results and minimizing client risks;
• Flexible fee system: fixed tariffs or success fee model.