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Certificate of Origin: EUR.1, Trade Agreements & Duty

Certificate of origin vs. preferential proof explained: which document you need, how to apply, and how to actually save on duty.

Import VAT in Germany: Calculation and Input Tax Deduction

German import VAT (EUSt) explained: how it's calculated from the customs value, how it differs from duty, input tax deduction and 2021 exemption change.

RoHS Compliance: Obligations, Limits and Verification

RoHS compliance from the importer's view: which substances are restricted, which products it covers, how it differs from REACH, and your obligations.

Customs Tariff Number: HS Code, Structure and TARIC

Customs tariff number and HS code explained: structure, difference, and how to determine the correct 11-digit commodity code for your imports.

Procurement Controlling: KPIs That Steer Purchasing

Procurement controlling makes purchasing measurable: which KPIs really matter, how many are useful and why real-time data makes the difference.

CE Marking: Obligations and Process

CE marking from the importer's perspective: which products need it, which obligations you carry when importing, and how the process works step by step.