Customs compliance has evolved well beyond a back-office function—it is now a critical responsibility that directly impacts business operations, risk exposure, and financial outcomes. With U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) placing increased emphasis on importer accountability, understanding your obligations as the Importer of Record has never been more important. This session will begin with a brief overview of best practices in international shipping, followed by a deeper dive into the practical aspects of trade compliance that importers face every day. Topics will include duty and tax considerations, current tariff enforcement trends, and the ongoing expectations around regulatory compliance—even as certain programs, such as IEEPA-related tariffs, evolve. Designed to be interactive and application-focused, this session will incorporate real-world scenarios and live exercises based on common CBP focus areas. Attendees will have the opportunity to test their knowledge through live polling and gain insight into how regulations are applied in practice. A dedicated Q&A segment will allow participants to address specific questions related to customs clearance, international shipping, and critical regulatory timelines. This session is ideal for professionals seeking a clearer, more practical understanding of customs compliance and how to navigate today’s increasingly complex regulatory landscape.

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Join Francesco Maimone from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for a timely, in-depth briefing on the latest regulatory developments affecting the chemical distribution industry, including major proposed changes to the Risk Management Program and key updates under consideration for the Clean Water Act Hazardous Substance Facility Response Plans (CWA HS FRP) program. The session will also address relevant elements of a CWA HS FRP delay proposal and other related regulatory actions.