Conducting Customs Business in Mexico

A foundation of customs compliance is necessary for companies doing business in Mexico. It is not a one-size-fits-all proposition. There are several customs regimes and programs that, if utilized properly, can lead to compliance, cost efficiency, audit success, and penalty avoidance. This webinar provides background and needed details to make the appropriate business decisions regarding the IMMEX regime, Annex 24, Annex 30, Prosec, USMCA, Rule 8, and value-added tax.  

The webinar emphasizes the need for proper coordination among company departments and the essential involvement of management. It provides critical information for customs departments and aligned functions in other departments. This webinar is a must for both analysts and managers in Mexico and their U.S. and Canadian counterparts.

Speakers:

Jim Westropp is President of BrettonWoods GTS. Jim's professional experience includes 40 years of representing clients and companies in direct or lead support roles across various companies and industries, including Amway, Mazda Motor Manufacturing, General Motors, Visteon, Adient, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Sandler and Travis Trade Advisory Services, UPS/SCS, and Importers Software Services. Jim specializes in valuation, tariff classification, compliance management, security, trade programs, audits, customs inquiries, validations, and investigations by federal agencies in the United States, Mexico, Canada, Germany, India, China, and Brazil. Reliance on the knowledge built on basic principles, thorough research, preparation, good organizational skills, and hard work has been the formula for his success, even in difficult compliance circumstances.

Mario Ochoa, also of BrettonWoods GTS, has more than 25 years of experience in Mexico customs business. He has collaborated with multinational companies that seek compliance and efficiency in their Mexican customs business practices. Mario is a specialist in Annex 24, Annex 30, Prosec, USMCA, and customs valuation.