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Possible assessment of CVD to non-market economies
The International Trade Commission is reviewing the possibility of adding countervailing duties to products coming from non-market economies. Contact us if you need more information. psummer@gtri.net
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Patti Iverson-Summer – President, Owner
A licensed Customs Broker since 1979, Patti founded Global Trading Resources in 1994 to serve clients shipping needs; specializing in tailoring programs to smaller to mid-size companies. Patti has twice served as the President of The Columbia River Customs House Brokers & Freight Forwarders Association, is a member of the Export Council of Oregon & Southern Washington, the Trade Support Network and is the 2004 recipient of Small Business International Trade Advocate of the Year Award.
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David Heiniger – Airfreight Manager
David has worked in the transportation industry for over 25 years, including 15 years in air freight forwarding. He is HAZMAT Certified and specializes in exporting Dangerous Goods and licensable commodities. David has managed specialized logistics projects for clients and also acts as our TSA Security Coordinator.
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Complete Import and Export Freight Logistics
International Trade is a complicated endeavor and many factors go into determining the appropriate shipping program for your unique needs. Our experienced staff will help you select the best mode of transportation and routing by offering comparative cost analysis. Factors such as size, timing, destination, nature of the cargo and customer demands can make a difference and we help you make those decisions by offering the best options available.
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Hideki O.
Global Trading Resources has been providing us with their excellent international logistics and customs brokerage services. We have been working with Global Trading Resources for the past 10 years and never had a single issue - a great company to work with!
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Laminate Wood Flooring and Aluminum Extrusions from China
Two relatively new cases have been getting more Congressional attention: Laminate Wood Flooring and Aluminum Extrusions from China. Members of Congress are sending strong messages to Customs & Border Protection for more diligent monitoring and collection of ADD/CVD duties. These cases are at best difficult to monitor as the sources of accurate information are illusive to the lay person and the experienced alike. All I can say is Importer/Broker be ware and be aware.
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Update: Import Security Filing
Customs & Border Protection has reported they are pleased with the progress that importers have been making in compliance but timing is still an issue. So far no one has heard of any monetary penalties being issued however, there have been some cargo delays due to late ISF Import Security Filing. Customs & Border Protection continues to state that penalties will be issued . . . “We can’t keep kicking this can down the road forever”.
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Trade Agreements: Update to GSP Generalized System of Preferences
Many importing companies anxiously await the renewal of the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) and the Andean Free Trade Agreement as they pay unexpected duties on merchandise that was formerly free under these agreements. At this time, both of these agreements remain on the back burner in Congress and are not expected to be addressed until after hurdles over the Columbia Trade Agreement are resolved. We are forcasting at least a 2-3 month delay. All the while Senator Sessions continues to wrangle in the Senate over GSP extension due to concerns that sleeping bags from Bangladesh will put a small sleeping bag assembly ...
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We’ve moved!
Global Trading Resources, Inc has officially settled into our new office space! We moved out of our old office building into a fully remodeled space even closer to Portland International Airport. We are only minutes away from Customs and Border Protection, Food and Drug Administration, Air Cargo Facilities and local CFS Warehouses. We are very excited about this new space and are happy to greet visitors and show them around.
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About Global Trading Resources, Inc.
Global Trading Resources, Inc. (GTRI) was established in 1994 on the fundamental principle of a commitment to first rate customer service. The steadfast drive of the founder (Patti Iverson-Summer), was a holistic philosophy to client needs. GTRI is committed to setting the standard of excellence in customer service and partnership alliances with its patrons. We provide creative solutions to meet and expand your business needs. Our staff includes a majority of the most experienced individuals in the market area. We have over 181 years of collective service on staff. With 3 licensed Customs House Brokers – we keep you up ...
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Romy Hamilton – Accounting Manager
Romy brings over 25 years of professional office experience to our GTRI family. She's a flexible accounting and office manager with experience working in interior design, architecture and general contracting firms. Romy is highly organized and a great team member. She's interested in her Hawaiian culture and is a feline lover. CC, our in-house feline, appreciates this!
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Sandi Dyer – Senior Transportation Liaison
Sandi has been dedicated to the freight forwarding and Customs brokerage industry for over 22 years. Customer Service is her top priority. She currently processes all of the export shipments as well as specialized services for imports (ocean and airfreight). She also coordinates with our overseas Partners to facilitate her client’s shipping programs.
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Sarah High – Brokerage Compliance Specialist
Sarah is a licensed Customs Broker and holds a B.A. in International Business and Economics. Sarah has been with GTRI for over 10 years and enjoys working directly with her customers to help streamline their importing process and ensure compliance. Sarah also manages the CTPAT program between U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Global Trading Resources.
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Sofia Vela – Import Specialist
Sofia has worked in the International Trade Industry since 1988 and has highly technical knowledge in Import Security Filing and Manufacture ID procedures and specializes in shipments requiring multiple government agencies (i.e. FDA, USDA, ODOT). Sofia is currently working toward HAZMAT certification.
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Jay Jacobsen – Import Account Representative – OR
Born and raised in Portland, OR, Jay is our most recent transfer to the International Trade Industry. Formerly with Frito Lay for 12 years as well as being a Master Florist for 25 years, Jay has completed training through the International Import/Export Institute in Import Procedures and is currently studying for his Customs Brokerage License as well as training with Sandi in Export procedures.
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Evelyn Appel-Schaefer – Customs Compliance & Special Projects Manager
Evelyn is a licensed Customs broker with more than 25 years of experience and a special focus on textile and compliance issues. Evelyn’s a past board member and officer of the Columbia River Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association, and has served as an instructor for the association’s “Importing 101” classes. She’s also served on several lobbying trips to Washington DC, to bring focus to our industry, and client’s, issues.
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CC – ‘Cargo Cat’
Short for ‘Cargo Cat’ camped on our doorstep over 11 years ago and thinks living in the office is the greatest. She greets new clients with a leg rub and, occasionally, a drooling purr. Her favorite foods are chicken and ranch dressing and she refuses to chase mice.
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International and Domestic Small Package Services
Our United Shipping membership gives us access to discounted volume rates with the integrated courier services (UPS, FedEx, DHL) and we pass this savings on to you.
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Foreign to Foreign and Door to Door Services and Rates
Need to ship merchandise from China to New Zealand? No Problem! We have partner agents through out the world, enabling us to move freight from one foreign location to a foreign destination on behalf of our clients. This provides one point of contact for you. Snap! It's that easy.
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Domestic Ground and Air Transportation Services
We've been in business since 1994 and have built amazing relationships with truck lines and domestic airlines throughout the country. Because of these relationships, we can facilitate all domestic moves at competitive pricing. That's good business for you.
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Local LTL and Full Container Drayage
Global Trading Resources has close relationships with truck lines and U.S. Customs Brokers throughout the country. These relationships allow us to move full container and small (LCL) load shipments from anywhere to anywhere. You can ship anywhere in with one point of contact, Global Trading Resources.
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Warehousing, Distribution and Pick & Pack Services
Do you need to store your inventory? Need to load or unload a container? Thinking of starting a 'Pick & Pack' operation? If warehousing or distribution is one of your needs, we can help you - at either our facility or one of our contract facilities. Contact us today for more information.
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Carrier contract negotiation, NVOCC Consolidation Services
Global Trading Resources operates as a NVOCC (Non-vessel operating common carrier), licensed as an OTI (Ocean Transportation Intermediary) by the Federal Maritime Commission, offering consolidation services for both LCL and FCL ocean carriage. For clients that wish to have their own carrier contract, we can advise you on negotiation and terms within the contract.
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Cargo Insurance & Customs Bonds
Through our United Shipping membership, we have access to highly competitive rates for Customs bonds and cargo insurance. The importance of obtaining cargo insurance cannot be stressed enough for both import and export customers. The monetary risks a shipper takes can be very costly to mitigate without the proper coverage and we are happy to work you to develop an appropriate insurance program to fit your financial and operative needs.
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Import Security Filing (ISF)
The import security filing (ISF), established by U.S. Customs and Border Protection in 2010, is the 4th security program in an on-going battle against terrorism on goods being brought into the United States. For all ocean inbound cargo, an ISF is required to be transmitted 24 hours prior to vessel departure at origin. It is the responsibility of the importer that this filing be done timely and correctly. The penalties for failure or incorrect filing can be as high as $5000 per violation. Global Trading Resources has the software and experience to assist you with all aspects of this filing to assure ...
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Government Agency Clearance Services (including FDA, USDA, DOT)
In addition to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, there are over 40 agencies that may have jurisdiction over imported goods. We have experience working with these agencies and can assist you in working through each agency's requirements and facilitate the agency's release of your goods.
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Automated Export System Filing (AES)
As part of our export services, we have the needed experience to file your Automated Export Declaration through the AES online portal. It is important to note that unless this is filed timely and correctly, the carrier will not transport your shipment resulting in the turning away of your freight by the carrier. Let's work together to ensure that does not happen!
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Automated Clearing House (ACH) Duty Payments
Global Trading Resources facilitates the payment of your Customs duties through our own ACH account. Alternatively, we can help you to set up your own ACH account with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. We also monitor the payments so they are done correctly and timely. At this time, we are migrating customers to the Periodic Monthly Statement program. This program is a monthly transmission of your duties and allows for better cash flow and planning.
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Letters of credit processing, consultation, banking documents
Do you have a client overseas? Would you like to export your products with ease? Global Trading Resources processes all required export documentation including certificates of origin, legalization, letters of credit and bank presentation for either ocean or air freight.
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Special Customs Processing
Global Trading Resources works with each client to learn their business flow and unique needs. In some cases, standard commercial entry processes may not be the best for you. Other opportunities such as Drawback, Foreign Trade Zone, Warehouse entries or Carnets may be most cost effective. Additionally, we handle household goods shipments. We can and frequently do advise on Trade Agreement advantages and eligibility, set up compliance consulting, carry out your employee education and work with you and U.S. Customs and Border Protection on binding rulings. Global Trading Resources works as a partner with companies and outside critical partners in your business model.
