Curriculum
- 5 Sections
- 21 Lessons
- 1 Day
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- Trade Compliance Framework5
- 1.1Fundamentals of import/export compliance in FMCG.
- 1.2Regulatory frameworks: WTO, WCO, INCOTERMS, DGFT (India), CBP (US), EU Customs Code.
- 1.3Core Jargon: HS Codes, Tariff Classification, Customs Valuation & Preferential Vs Non-preferential Origin Rules
- 1.4Core Jargon: Bonded Warehouses, Free Trade Agreements (FTA).
- 1.5Compliance documentation: Bill of Entry, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin, Export Declaration.
- FMCG Trade Compliance in Practice5
- 2.1Challenges: Perishables, Shelf-life, Labeling, Traceability, Packaging Waste Compliance.
- 2.2Customs Challenges: Valuation Disputes, Under/over Invoicing, Incorrect HS Codes, Delays In Clearance.
- 2.3Sanctions & Restricted Trade: Dual-use Items, Embargoed Countries, Sensitive Goods.
- 2.4GST/VAT and duty drawback schemes in FMCG trade.
- 2.5Cross-border e-commerce and retail distribution compliance.
- Real-Life Case Sharing4
- 3.1Case 1: Penalty imposed on FMCG importer for wrong HS code classification.
- 3.2Case 2: Exporter losing shelf-life clearance due to documentation errors in customs declarations.
- 3.3Case 3: FTA duty benefits unlocked through proactive compliance in supply chain planning.
- 3.4Case 4: FMCG giant implementing automated trade compliance systems to cut lead times.
- Interactive Simulation & Exercises3
- Wrap-Up & Key Takeaways4
- 5.1Proactive compliance reduces clearance delays, penalties, and reputational risks.
- 5.2Leveraging FTAs, duty exemptions, and digital customs systems can deliver cost and time advantages.
- 5.3Building cross-functional alignment is critical for regulatory success.
- 5.4Precise Documentation, Classification, And Valuation