Category: Customs

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🇺🇸 New USA-Europe Tariffs: What Are the Impacts on Your Shipments in 2025?

Since early 2025, the trade war between the United States, Europe, and China has taken a sharp turn. Washington has implemented a 20% surcharge on a wide range of European products, directly affecting French exporters. In this tense climate, the impact on international freight flows — particularly air freight — and overall logistics costs has…
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The Importance of Preparing Correctly for Importing Goods with Animal-Origin Ingredients in the EU

Navigating the complexities of importing goods with animal-origin ingredients like egg powder and milk into the European Union (EU) is crucial for ensuring compliance, efficiency, and the integrity of the supply chain. Here at Cosmo Freight France, we understand that meticulous preparation is not just a formality but a necessity for a successful import process.…
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Unlocking the Mercosur Opportunity: A Comprehensive Guide to Free Trade and Partnering with Cosmo Freight

Unlocking the Mercosur Opportunity: A Comprehensive Guide to Free Trade and Partnering with Cosmo Freight The Mercosur-EU trade agreement represents a significant opportunity for businesses to expand into new markets. By reducing tariffs and fostering economic integration between the European Union and Mercosur countries, this agreement creates new pathways for growth and trade. Here’s an…
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Custom Value Calculation in Europe: Methodology and Legal Framework

Custom Value Calculation in Europe: Methodology and Legal Framework The determination of the customs value in Europe is a critical process for international trade, as it ensures the proper assessment of duties, taxes, and statistical data. The customs valuation process in the European Union (EU) is governed by the **Union Customs Code (UCC)**, which establishes…
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