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Tariff Tactics: How to Trade Smarter and Pay Less
June 20 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Free
The Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade
At the forefront of global trade, the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade is committed to empowering businesses through expert training and advisory services in trade and customs. Driven by innovation and integrity, our mission is to equip organisations with the knowledge and confidence to navigate compliance, enhance operational efficiency, and unlock strategic growth in international markets.
What to Expect from the Seminar
Join us for a practical and insightful session designed to help Northern Ireland SMEs navigate the complexities of customs duties and unlock real cost-saving opportunities in global trade.
This seminar will introduce the core principles of tariffs and show you how to make smarter, more informed decisions to reduce your customs duty liabilities. Whether you’re new to exporting or looking to refine your trade strategy, this session will give you the tools to trade more efficiently and competitively.
We’ll explore the three key pillars of customs duty:
- Classification – Understand how to correctly classify your goods using the Harmonized System (HS) and avoid costly errors.
- Origin – Learn how to leverage Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) to benefit from reduced or zero tariffs.
- Valuation – Discover how to assess the value of your goods accurately and identify hidden opportunities for savings.
We’ll also examine the impact of recent global tariff changes, including the legacy of Trump-era tariffs, and how these shifts continue to shape trade strategy and duty planning today.
Outputs & Aims
By the end of this seminar, you’ll walk away with practical knowledge and strategies you can apply directly to your business:
- Understand the core components of customs duties – demystify classification, origin, and valuation.
- Develop actionable strategies to reduce duty costs – identify savings and improve your bottom line.
- Gain insight into valuation methods – learn how to structure transactions for compliance and efficiency.
- See how classification, origin, and valuation work together – and how to use them to your advantage.
Who Should Attend?
This seminar is ideal for:
- Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- Traders of all sizes moving goods into Northern Ireland from Great Britain or the Rest of the World
Whether you’re navigating post-Brexit trade changes, expanding your international reach, or simply looking to reduce costs and improve compliance, this session is designed to support you.
If you’re asking questions like:
- “Are we paying more duty than we need to?”
- “How do we make the most of Free Trade Agreements?”
- “What do these new tariffs mean for our business?”
…then this seminar is for you.
Additional Support Available
We’re pleased to announce that the Northern Ireland Stakeholder Engagement Lead from the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade will also be in attendance.
They’ll be on hand to offer tailored advice on the funding opportunities and support programmes available to businesses in Northern Ireland—helping you access the resources you need to grow and trade with confidence.
