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Importing and Exporting

Importing refers to the act of bringing services and goods from a foreign market into the country. Exporting, on the other hand, refers to the act of selling goods and services from the home country to other countries.

5,102 Questions

How is a mother country benefited from the trading links with its colonial countries?

The other colonial countries are exporting goods from each other so everytime they get goods from other countries, they're basically returning the favor of goods.

What are the major legal exports of Colombia?

Oil, Coffee, Coal, Nickel, Emerald, Bananas, And Cut Flowers

What happens if a country depends on one crop for export?

If a country depends on one crop for export, it becomes vulnerable to market fluctuations, climate change, and pests or diseases that could affect that crop. This reliance can lead to economic instability, as a poor harvest or declining prices can severely impact the country's income and livelihoods. Additionally, such dependence can hinder agricultural diversity, making the country less resilient to food security challenges. Ultimately, this reliance can limit sustainable development and increase the risk of economic shocks.

What is it called when your exports are worth more than your imports?

When an entity's exports are worth more than imports, it is said to have a trade surplus. When more is imported than exported, it is called a trade deficit.

What happens to an NVOCC if he doesnt file a rate on its tariff?

If an NVOCC doesnt file a special permission to ammend, he can be fined.

See below 2 part answer.

Answer 1)

FMC Penalties for Non-Compliance

The FMC requires publication of all freight rates charged by ocean common carriers and NVOCCs on both exports and imports is legally required in the USA. Also, FMC prohibits all common carriers from providing any service that is not in accordance with the rates, charges, classifications, rules and practices contained in such published tariff.

As for penalties, Section 13(a) of the Shipping Act states:

Whosoever violates a provision of this Act, a regulation issued there under, or a Commission order is liable to the United States for a civil penalty. The amount of the civil penalty…may not exceed $6,000 for each violation unless the violation was willfully and knowingly committed, in which case the amount of the civil penalty may not exceed $30,000 for each violation. Each day of a continuing violation constitutes a separate offense. The amount of any penalty imposed upon a common carrier under this subsection shall constitute a lien upon the vessels operated by that common carrier.

Under 46 CFR Part 506, the FMC increased most penalties for non-compliance by 10% effective October 1996. NVOCC bonds may be used by FMC to satisfy penalties.

Every Import and Export rate for VOCCs and NVOCCs must be filed and published per FMC regulations.

It is unlawful to provide rates, charges, classification, and rules not stated in published tariff

Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Penalties for Non-Compliance

• $6,000 for each unpublished tariff

• $30,000 for each willful violation

• Each day of a continuing violation is considered a separate offense.

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Answer 2)

The NVOCC must apply for a Special Permission with the FMC and pay the filing fee of $195.00 per occurance in order to have the filing added. See below.

§ 520.14 Special permission.

(a) General. Section 8(d) of the Act authorizes the Commission, in its discretion and for good cause shown, to permit increases or decreases in rates, or the issuance of new or initial rates, on less than the statutory notice. Section 9(c) of the Act authorizes the Commission to permit a controlled carrier's rates, charges, classifications, rules or regulations to become effective on less than 30 days' notice. The Commission may also in its discretion and for good cause shown, permit departures from the requirements of this part.

(b) Clerical errors. Typographical and/or clerical errors constitute good cause for the exercise of special permission authority but every application based thereon must plainly specify the error and present clear evidence of its existence, together with a full statement of the attending circumstances, and shall be submitted with reasonable promptness after publishing the defective tariff material.

(c) Application. (1) Applications for special permission to establish rate increases or decreases on less than statutory notice or for waiver of the provisions of this part, shall be made by the common carrier, conference or agent for publishing. Every such application shall be submitted to the Bureau of Trade Analysis and be accompanied by a filing fee of $195.

(2) Applications for special permission shall be made only by letter, except that in emergency situations, application may be made by telephone or facsimile if the communication is promptly followed by a letter and the filing fee.

(3) Applications for special permission shall contain the following information:

(i) organization name, number and trade name of the conference or carrier;

(ii) tariff number and title; and

(iii) the rate, commodity, or rules related to the application, and the special circumstances which the applicant believes constitute good cause to depart from the requirements of this part or to warrant a tariff change upon less than the statutory notice period.

(d) Implementation. The authority granted by the Commission shall be used in its entirety, including the prompt publishing of the material for which permission was requested. Applicants shall use the special case number assigned by the Commission with the symbol "S".

[67 FR 39860, June 11, 2002]

If you have other questions feel free to email me at ceo@photographyhn.com.

Disclaimer:

The information contained in this answer is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice on any subject matter. Please consult an attorney for legal advice.

What happens to an NVOCC if he incorrectly files a rate on its tariff?

If an NVOCC doesnt file a special permission to ammend he can be fined.

See below 2 part answer.

Answer 1)

FMC Penalties for Non-Compliance

The FMC requires publication of all freight rates charged by ocean common carriers and NVOCCs on both exports and imports is legally required in the USA. Also, FMC prohibits all common carriers from providing any service that is not in accordance with the rates, charges, classifications, rules and practices contained in such published tariff.

As for penalties, Section 13(a) of the Shipping Act states:

Whosoever violates a provision of this Act, a regulation issued there under, or a Commission order is liable to the United States for a civil penalty. The amount of the civil penalty…may not exceed $6,000 for each violation unless the violation was willfully and knowingly committed, in which case the amount of the civil penalty may not exceed $30,000 for each violation. Each day of a continuing violation constitutes a separate offense. The amount of any penalty imposed upon a common carrier under this subsection shall constitute a lien upon the vessels operated by that common carrier.

Under 46 CFR Part 506, the FMC increased most penalties for non-compliance by 10% effective October 1996. NVOCC bonds may be used by FMC to satisfy penalties.

Every Import and Export rate for VOCCs and NVOCCs must be filed and published per FMC regulations.

It is unlawful to provide rates, charges, classification, and rules not stated in published tariff

Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Penalties for Non-Compliance

• $6,000 for each unpublished tariff

• $30,000 for each willful violation

• Each day of a continuing violation is considered a separate offense.

------------------------------------------------

Answer 2)

The NVOCC must apply for a Special Permission with the FMC and pay the filing fee of $195.00 per occurance in order to have the filing edited. See below.

§ 520.14 Special permission.

(a) General. Section 8(d) of the Act authorizes the Commission, in its discretion and for good cause shown, to permit increases or decreases in rates, or the issuance of new or initial rates, on less than the statutory notice. Section 9(c) of the Act authorizes the Commission to permit a controlled carrier's rates, charges, classifications, rules or regulations to become effective on less than 30 days' notice. The Commission may also in its discretion and for good cause shown, permit departures from the requirements of this part.

(b) Clerical errors. Typographical and/or clerical errors constitute good cause for the exercise of special permission authority but every application based thereon must plainly specify the error and present clear evidence of its existence, together with a full statement of the attending circumstances, and shall be submitted with reasonable promptness after publishing the defective tariff material.

(c) Application. (1) Applications for special permission to establish rate increases or decreases on less than statutory notice or for waiver of the provisions of this part, shall be made by the common carrier, conference or agent for publishing. Every such application shall be submitted to the Bureau of Trade Analysis and be accompanied by a filing fee of $195.

(2) Applications for special permission shall be made only by letter, except that in emergency situations, application may be made by telephone or facsimile if the communication is promptly followed by a letter and the filing fee.

(3) Applications for special permission shall contain the following information:

(i) organization name, number and trade name of the conference or carrier;

(ii) tariff number and title; and

(iii) the rate, commodity, or rules related to the application, and the special circumstances which the applicant believes constitute good cause to depart from the requirements of this part or to warrant a tariff change upon less than the statutory notice period.

(d) Implementation. The authority granted by the Commission shall be used in its entirety, including the prompt publishing of the material for which permission was requested. Applicants shall use the special case number assigned by the Commission with the symbol "S".

[67 FR 39860, June 11, 2002]

If you have other questions feel free to email me at ceo@photographyhn.com.

Disclaimer:

The information contained in this answer is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be construed as legal advice on any subject matter. Please consult an attorney for legal advice.

What does cleared for export mean?

If a shipment has been cleared for export that means that the relevant government agency has found it to be a legal export and is allowing it to be exported.

What does America import from china?

What doesn't America import from China would be easier to answer.

Why countries participate in trade?

So they have more resources for their country...

What factors are influence the international exports and imports?

Factors that influence import include

  • Domestic income level high
  • Domestic currency value is fairly high
  • Quality of domestic goods

Factors that influence exports are:

  • Foreign income level high
  • Foreign currency value maybe high
  • Quality of foreign products v.S domestic products

Why do you imports goods?

Countries import things that they need but can't produce themselves. For example, let's say I have a country called Gonwalla. I have lots and lots of fertile farmland and a great climate, so my nation produces far more food than my people could ever eat.

However, I don't have any metal resources. You happen to have a nation called Burugo, which has numerous copper, iron, and nickel mines. Burugo produces very little food, though, because most of its land is barren desert.

So, I send you some food, and you send me some metal. Now we both have what we need, and everybody's happy.

At least, this is a simplified explanation of importing and exporting.

Why do us industries like steel computers and energy need to be protected from foreign competition?

Crucial US industries need to be protected from competition because they contribute heavily to the country's GDP. Computers and steel industries also employ many people in the USA.

What is the advantage of pipeline transportation?

pipeline transport eases transport through timely delivery and timely departures

What is different from import and export?

Hi there,

The difference between import and export is define by the movement of the goods.

Import is also known as inbound, the shipment is from a different country compared to your own which usually paid by the receiver or importer.

Example; supplier is in China and the purchaser is in U.K thus the shipment is imported from China to U.K and the freight charge paid by U.K receiver.

Export is also known as outbound, the shipment is now sent out of China and paid by China supplier to U.K receiver.

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What is STALE Bill Of Lading?

Hi there,

B/L presented to its consignee, or at a bank, after the lastdate specified in the relevant letter of credit and which, therefore, is not acceptable as a valid document. According to the uniform commercial code (UCC), a B/L may be rejected if presented more than 21 days after the date of arrival of the shipment.

Does US exports of goods usually exceed its import of goods?

No way, we get waaay more that We export from just china! think of all of the "made in china" products. And all the ds/dsi/dsiXL/3ds are all from japan!