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“I have been in the Customs Brokerage and Import Industry for almost 10 years and Boskage Commerce Publications is the best source of Compliance Material for any Import Business or Importer who want to be in Compliance. I am planning to take the U.S. Customs Brokerage Exam in April 2011 and I have order(ed) Exam Materials from Boskage in order to successfully pass my exam. Customer services is outstanding and you can count on them 24/7.”

— Maurice Vivanco - Consultant Customs Import Specialist CCS Wine & Spirits Division

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International trade materials from our Boskage, WorldTrade Executive and WG&L experts are now available together on Thomson Reuters Checkpoint®, the leading online information service for tax, accounting and finance professionals.

Boskage products provide critical information and support for members of the international trade community. We understand that yours is a complex and ever-changing industry, and as a result our products are updated as laws, policies, government texts or supplements change.

Now, accessing this information on Checkpoint means that you’ll have even faster and greater access to the materials you need. Let us show you how.

THE TOOLS YOU NEED FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMPLIANCE HAVE ARRIVED

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THE BENEFITS OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE ON CHECKPOINTNow you get the best of both: the international trade materials you rely on from the experts at Boskage, combined with the powerful capabilities of Thomson Reuters Checkpoint®, the online information service professionals like you use to get their jobs done faster than ever before.

This comprehensive online solution simplifies import/export research, planning, and compliance. With all of the information you need in one place, you will save valuable time on classification, valuation, and research through these key features:

• Hyperlinked documents allow for faster searching and centralize all sources in one place — so you no longer need to jump from website to website

• Advanced keyword searches of all titles simultaneously – see the full coverage of what you’re researching all at once

• Custom search templates allow quick access to relevant Trade Agreements, Rulings, Explanatory Notes, U.S. Code, CFR, Case Law, and HTSUS (depending on your subscription)

• HTS: Quick links jump you right to information specific to each HTS code for: Customs Rulings, ABI, Antidumping, Countervailing, OGA, and Explanatory Notes

• Headings that collapse and expand so you can easily compare headings and subheadings

• Description column linked to Chapter/Section note definitions

• Easy-to-navigate Table of Contents

• Customizable landing page with one-click access to your most frequently used information

• Full text of all Free Trade Agreements

• Access to even more Thomson Reuters expertise with the comprehensive international trade case library from Westlaw®

• Comprehensive database of binding U.S. Customs rulings

• Scheduled searches will alert you when your provisions change

• Save notes and flag page, export to email to share with colleagues

• Create custom folders to organize important documents to your preference


The products you know and trust from our industry-leading experts are now available as individual titles on Checkpoint. This means you’ll be able to find the information you need faster, check your sources and ensure you’re in compliance with more confidence than ever before.

INTERNATIONAL TRADE INDIVIDUAL TITLES ON CHECKPOINT

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BOSKAGE HOWDY, DUTYAn Insider’s Guide to Navigating U.S. Customs by Sandra Smith A simple, often humorous guide to navigating U.S. Customs and import regulation. Includes sections on invoice requirements, classification, protests, marking, and more.

BOSKAGE IMPORTER’S POLICY AND PROCEDURE MANUALby Karin Bogue, Esq.A leading U.S. Customs compliance expert can help show you how to create your manual the smart way for compliance, employee training, and penalty protection. Easily customize hundreds of detailed procedures to fit your needs. Save costly consultant’s fees and overhead development costs. Increase your corporate efficiency.

BOSKAGE INTRODUCTION TO CUSTOMS BROKERAGEby Scott Warren TaylorClassic self-help guidance you need to learn the business of Customs brokerage. Featuring:

•GeneralEntryProcedures•SuretyBonds•WarehouseandForeignTradeZone•U.S.CustomsForms•Invoices•QuotaandVisa•EntryFiling•DutyDrawback

BOSKAGE STRATEGIC LOGISTICSEfficient Transportation Decisions by Tan MillerAnalyzes air/ocean freight decisions, considers inventory carrying costs, return on investment, opportunity cost of capital, salvage values, sensitivity analysis, and many, many more factors which should be considered in any transportation decision. Not only will this system assure that the right decision has been made, but selling that decision to management will be logical and straightforward.

BOSKAGE WHEN YOU HAFTA DO NAFTAPractical Solutions to the North American Free Trade Agreement by Sandra SmithThe North American Free Trade Agreement explained clearly and concisely. Quickly master concepts such as RegionalValueContent(RVC),tariffshifts,CountryofOriginmarking requirements, classification and valuation, audit procedures, form and report filing, and more.

BOSKAGE BASIC PRINCIPLES OF TARIFF CLASSIFICATIONby Scott Warren TaylorProvides an intelligent look at the U.S. Harmonized Tariff (HTSUS) classification and valuation system, with concentration on speeding the process while minimizing error. Innovative classification technique breaks the system down into a series of basic rules.

19 U.S. CODE (USC): CUSTOMS DUTIESFull code of law informing all Customs Regulations, penalties, NAFTA, Tariff Acts, Trade Agreements, and more.

CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION (CBP) RULINGSContain binding decisions from U.S. Customs to inform importers of official opinions on specific matters – including classification, valuation, marking requirements, drawback, and more – relating directly to the importer’s situation.

BOSKAGE ESSENTIAL IMPORT DICTIONARYEdited by Scott Warren Taylor; contributing editors Karin Bogue and Sandra SmithThe professional’s collection of U.S. Customs and international trade terms, phrases, and procedures.Each term is shown in dictionary format, and includes:

•Aconcisedefinitionoftheterm.•Datesordeadlinesthatconcerntheterm.•Commonrelevantlegalbackground.•Commonnecessaryrequirements.•Exactlywheretolookforfurtherinformation.

EXPLANATORYNOTESTOTHEHARMONIZEDTARIFFSCHEDULE OF THE UNITED STATES (HTSUS)The official classification guidelines of the trade community. Text covers the General Rules of Interpretation, Section Notes, and Chapter and Subheading. Can be used for entry classification, protests, and to resolve classification disputes with U.S. Customs.

TRADE AGREEMENTSFull texts of agreements between nations relating to trade. Include U.S. Trade Agreements, Bilateral Investment Treaties, Intellectual Property Rights, World Trade Organization Agreements, and other Miscellaneous Agreements.

HARMONIZEDTARIFFSCHEDULEOFTHEUNITEDSTATES(HTSUS)The essential government-issued import tariff manual for use in classifying imported merchandise for rates of duty, quota, restrictions, and special programs is now available online. Required text for importer’s compliance using “reasonable care” guidelines.

I absolutely love the [Importer’s Policy and Procedure Manual]. It is an invaluable aid for producing a comprehensive policy and procedure manual. - Jim Riggs

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U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION (CBP) RULINGS Contains letters from U.S. Customs and Border Protection to importers who have requested them on a variety of topics, including classification, valuation, marking requirements, drawback, and more. Binding decisions from U.S. Customs inform importers of official opinions on specific matters relating directly to the importer’s situation, helping ensure you are in compliance.

Easily research archives to see precedents set for situations that may affect you, and use those rulings for your own decision-making process. Our Table of Contents features the ruling date of issue, as well as whether a ruling has been revoked or modified by a newer ruling.

U.S. CUSTOMS REGULATIONS (19 CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 1)Government-issued reference contains all U.S. Customs Code, the basis for the regulations affecting all importers, brokers, and transportation-related companies. Required text for importer’s compliance.

U.S. TRADE CASE LAWU.S. Trade Case Law contains a comprehensive international trade case library from Westlaw, including import and export cases from the U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for Federal Circuit, U.S. Court of International Trade, Court of Customs and Patent Appeals, U.S. Customs Court, district courts and circuit courts.

WG&L INTERNATIONAL TRADE LAWS OF THE U.S.by Mark K. Neville, JrThis new reference puts trade law and customs into context with international tax. You’ll see where nternational trade law and international tax law intersect with respect to transfer pricing arrangements and intercompany pricing arrangements, among other key topics.

WG&L JOURNAL OF INTERNATIONAL TAXATION: CUSTOMS & TRADE ARTICLESThe Journal of International Taxation provides an authoritative, in-depth, and practical analysis of the laws, regulations, treaties, and decisions governing taxation globally. Our articles on customs and trade are the work of distinguished correspondents and tax experts in more than 20 countries.

ANTIDUMPINGDUTY(ADD)/COUNTERVAILINGDUTY(CVD)HugedatabaseofADD/CVDinformation.FederalRegisterADD/CVDnotices,Customs&BorderProtectionAdministrative messages. Search specific antidumping cases by citation. Integrated with the HTSUS.

WORLDTRADEEXECUTIVE: PRACTICAL TRADE & CUSTOMS STRATEGIESThis twice monthly e-newsletter keeps you up to date on how recognized experts are managing complex trade issues. Topics include:

• Case studies of how peers in other companies are managing trade issues

• Information about best practices on various international trade law issues

• Expert articles from legal counsel and consultants on latest issues in customs law and import/export requirements.

CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTIONS (CBP) BULLETINS & DECISIONSCustoms Bulletins are weekly compilation of decisions, rulings, regulations, notices, and abstracts from U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Court of International Trade and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

CBPDIRECTIVES&HANDBOOKSComplete library of Customs Directives, which provide guidance from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on matters ranging from filing of forms, CES’s, MID codes, entry summary, and more.

Handbooks include Broker Management Handbook and Account Management Handbook.

CORPORATE C-TPAT PROCEDURE MANUALModifiable documents and forms for creating your company’s Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) program. Sections Include: Internal Policies and Plan Development, Business Partner Security, Container Security, Physical Access Controls, Personnel Security, Procedural Security, Security Training & Awareness, Physical Security, Information Technology, and C-TPAT Compliance.

AAEI ALERT WEEKLY NEWSLETTERThe American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) is the oldest and most influential professional group in international trade, dedicated to advocacy and education enhancing its members, and promoting the interests of international trade professionals. Its weekly newsletter, the AAEI International Trade News Alert, is considered required reading by serious trade practitioners, brokers, consultants, transshipment specialists, and others Federal Register Notices, Trade Legislation Analysis, Trade Legislation, Unfair Trade Laws, Court Rulings & Filings, In The News, and more.


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EXPORT ADMINISTRATION RULINGS (EAR)

A compilation of official regulations and policies governing the export licensing of commodities and technical data. Required text for exporter’s compliance. Includes the full Commerce Control List (CCL).

BOSKAGE EXPORT COMPLIANCE

A Practical Guide To Licensing And Controls by Nancy Wood-Kouassi

Examines key regulations including the export license application process. For entry level to intermediate U.S. export practitioner, it provides the tools and resources necessary for navigating U.S. export controls with ease.

Highlights include:

•Identificationofproductsthatrequirelicenses

•Selectionoftheappropriateagencies

•ClassificationusingtheECCN,USMLandCCL

•ExplanationofAutomatedExportSystem

•AdministrationofEndUserandDenied-PartyScreening

BOSKAGE EXPORTER’S POLICY AND PROCEDURE MANUAL

General templates that can be customized to make a policy manual for a company’s export procedures. Includes licensing, deemed exports, screening, recordkeeping, training, auditing and more.

FEDERAL MARITIME REGULATIONS (FMC) (46 CFR, 500-END)

Regulations governing the activities of ocean freight forwarders,NVOCCs,andexporterswhoshipontheirownbehalf.

TRADE AGREEMENTS

Full texts of agreements between nations relating to trade. Include U.S. Trade Agreements, Bilateral Investment Treaties, Intellectual Property Rights, World Trade Organization Agreements, and other Miscellaneous Agreements.

INTERNATIONAL TRADE IN ARMS REGULATIONS (ITAR) (22 CFR, 120-130)

Regulations dealing with licensing requirements on exported products with military applications. Includes the U.S. Munitions List (USML).

SCHEDULE B

Statistical classification of commodities exported from the United States. For use by shippers in reporting export shipments from the U.S. Required text for exporter’s compliance. Available June 2012

BOSKAGE STRATEGIC LOGISTICS

Efficient Transportation Decisions by Tan Miller

Analyzes air/ocean freight decisions, considers inventory carrying costs, return on investment, opportunity cost of capital, salvage values, sensitivity analysis, and many, many more factors which should be considered in any transportation decision. Not only will this system assure that the right decision has been made, but selling that decision to management will be logical and straightforward.

U.S. TRADE CASE LAW

U.S. Trade Case Law contains a comprehensive international trade case library from Westlaw, including import and export cases from the U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for Federal Circuit, U.S. Court of International Trade, Court of Customs and Patent Appeals, U.S. Customs Court, district courts and circuit courts.

CORPORATE C-TPAT PROCEDURE MANUAL

Modifiable documents and forms for creating your company’s Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) program. Sections Include: Internal Policies and Plan Development, Business Partner Security, Container Security, Physical Access Controls, Personnel Security, Procedural Security, Security Training & Awareness, Physical Security, Information Technology, and C-TPAT Compliance.


Our comprehensive libraries allow you to access everything you need — whether it be for import, export, compliance — or all three. You’ll be able to easily see just the topics of interest to you, and with our efficient linking to source materials and key documents, you’ll find your answers in record time.

INTERNATIONAL TRADE LIBRARIES ON CHECKPOINT

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WCO EXPLANATORY NOTES TO THE HTSUS Explanatory Notes from the World Customs Organization is the official classification guidelines of the trade community.

WORLDTRADEEXECUTIVE: PRACTICAL TRADE & CUSTOMS STRATEGIES See page 7 for details.

WG&L INTERNATIONAL TRADE LAWS OF THE U.S. See page 7 for details.

GLOBALTRADEANALYZER–Powerful HTSUS search/analysis tool with extended integration of your data to related trade information.

AAEI ALERT WEEKLY NEWSLETTER See page 7 for details.

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INTERNATIONAL TRADE LIBRARIES ON CHECKPOINT

Import Standard Library on CheckpointIncludes these titles (see individual titles on pages 4-5 for more information):

• 19 U.S. CODE (USC): Customs Duties• Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Regulations (19 CFR)• Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS)• Customs & Border Protection Rulings• WG&L Journal of International Taxation: Customs & Trade Articles• Antidumping Duty (ADD) / Countervailing Duty (CVD)

Import Premier Library on CheckpointIncludes everything in the Import Standard Library above, plus:

Import Classification Library on CheckpointIncludes everything you need for import classification, such as:

• Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS)• Basic Principles of Tariff Classification• Trade Agreements• Custom & Border Protection (CBP) Rulings• WG&L Journal of International Taxation:

Customs & Trade Articles• Antidumping Duty (ADD) / Countervailing Duty (CVD)

IMPORT LIBRARIES

• Trade Agreements• U.S. Trade Case Law• Boskage Importer’s Policy &

Procedure Manual• Boskage Basic Principles of Tariff

Classification• Boskage Essential Import Dictionary• Boskage Howdy, Duty• Boskage When You HAFTA Do

NAFTA• Boskage Strategic Logistics

• Boskage Introduction to Customs Brokerage

• Bonded Warehouse Manual• Customs Valuation Encyclopedia• Duty Drawback Handbook• Foreign Trade Zone Manual• Importing Into the U.S.• ISA Handbook• NAFTA: A Guide to Customs

Procedures

• Reasonable Care Checklists• Recordkeeping Compliance

Handbook• Customs & Border Protection (CBP)

Bulletins & Decisions• Customs & Border Protection (CBP)

Directives & Handbooks• Corporate C-TPAT Policy &

Procedure Manual


International Trade Libraries on Checkpoint simplify and streamline your import/export and compliance processes with quick access to the guidance and source materials you need.

EXPORT LIBRARIES

Export Standard Library on CheckpointIncludes these titles:

• Duty Drawback Handbook• Foreign Trade Zone Manual• NAFTA: A Guide to Customs Procedures• Boskage Export Compliance• Boskage When You Hafta Do NAFTA• U.S. Trade Case Law• Export Administration Rulings (EAR)• International Trade in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR, 120-130)• WG&L Journal of International Taxation: Customs & Trade Articles

Export Premier Library on CheckpointIncludes everything in the Export Standard Library above, plus:

• Boskage Strategic Logistics• Schedule B (available June 2012)• Federal Maritime Regulations (FMC) (46 CFR, 500-END)• Boskage Exporter’s Policy and Procedure Manual• Corporate C-TPAT Policy & Procedure Manual

Import/Export Compliance Library on CheckpointIncludes everything you need for import/export compliance. You’ll get everything listed in the Import Premier and Export Premier Libraries for the most comprehensive collection available.

U.S. Government Trade Publications on CheckpointIncludes our most critical government publications, all in one place:

• Bonded Warehouse Manual• Customs Valuation Encyclopedia• Duty Drawback Handbook• Foreign Trade Zone Manual

GOVERNMENTLIBRARIES

• Importing Into The US• ISA Handbook• NAFTA: A Guide to Customs

Procedures

• Reasonable Care Checklists• Recordkeeping Compliance

Handbook

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About BoskageBoskage products provide critical information for members of the international trade community, as support for their complex and ever-changing industry. Our Boskage products are updated as laws and policies change, and government texts — as well as any supplements issued to them — are updated upon their release. In addition to our Checkpoint libraries and individual titles, books, CDs, courses and study guides are also available.

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