Customs Management for the Food Industry

Clearing Borders, Delivering Quality – Your Global Food Trade Partner

Effective customs management is critical for businesses in the food industry to ensure smooth and compliant movement of goods across international borders. At Groupe Transit Inc., we provide specialized support to help you navigate the complex regulatory environments of Canada, the European Union, the UK, and the USA. Our services include:

1. Document Preparation and Submission

We assist in preparing and submitting essential customs documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory demands across multiple countries. This prevents unnecessary delays and helps avoid potential penalties. Key documents include:

  • Import/export declarations
  • Certificates of origin
  • Health and phytosanitary certificates
  • Partner Government Agency (PGA) documents (e.g., FDA, CFIA)

2. Handling Inspection Processes

Our expertise ensures that your food products meet the stringent standards set by government agencies such as the FDA, CFIA, and EU authorities. We support you through:

  • Document and physical inspections
  • Navigating health, safety, and phytosanitary requirements
  • Resolving issues that arise during inspections

3. Managing Seizures and Compliance Concerns

In cases of customs seizures or compliance challenges, our team provides strategic guidance to resolve issues quickly and minimize disruptions to your supply chain. We help address:

  • Detentions due to regulatory non-compliance
  • Re-export or destruction requirements
  • Recalls and post-import audits

4. Customs Brokerage and Invoicing Solutions

We streamline the customs brokerage process by working closely with your broker to ensure accurate invoicing and compliance with duties, taxes, and fees across borders. Our services include:

  • Coordination with customs brokers
  • Ensuring correct calculation and reporting of customs duties and taxes
  • Resolving invoicing disputes and cross-border transaction management

5. Building a Strong Broker Relationship

We help you manage your relationship with your customs broker to ensure a seamless customs clearance process. Our support includes:

  • Regular communication and coordination with brokers
  • Providing clients with necessary information and documentation
  • Ensuring that the broker adheres to all regulatory requirements

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We understand that Canada, The United States, Europe, and the rest of the world represent an enormous challenge for foreign manufacturers, both because of the vast territory and the many markets, which are as different and unique from each other.

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