International Trade Matters Ltd

International Trade Matters Ltd Overseas trade advice and support for your business.

Founded by Managing Director, Linda Middleton-Jones, International Trade Matters Ltd provides tailored support to SMEs & micro businesses.

How to Get a Certificate of OriginAre you involved in exporting goods and need to understand the importance of a Certifi...
17/06/2026

How to Get a Certificate of Origin

Are you involved in exporting goods and need to understand the importance of a Certificate of Origin? This guide by Frances Fawcett is a must-read!

What's covered:

👉 What a Certificate of Origin is and why it’s crucial for international trade.
👉 The steps to obtain one and how it can impact your business.
👉 Tips on reducing duties and ensuring compliance with trade agreements.

Don’t miss out on this valuable resource: https://zurl.co/0XXUz

When US import duties increase, most exporters assume it's their customer's problem but in reality, higher duty costs of...
16/06/2026

When US import duties increase, most exporters assume it's their customer's problem but in reality, higher duty costs often influence buying decisions, pricing discussions and supplier selection.

We've recently been speaking with businesses exporting to the US who are seeing their customers face significant additional import costs and what many don't realise is that there may be legitimate opportunities to reduce those duty costs without reducing the exporter's selling price.

One of those opportunities is First Sale for Export (FSFE), a customs valuation approach that has been recognised by US Customs and Border Protection for many years. It's not suitable for every supply chain, but where it does apply, the savings can be significant.

ITM Specialist Douglas Mackay will be exploring how it works in our upcoming webinar on 15th September, however if you would like to chat this through with Douglas beforehand, you can contact him on [email protected] (link here: https://zurl.co/9URqW )

Have you had conversations with US customers about the impact of tariffs and import duties recently?

Ready to Export? Let’s Make Sure You’re Ready to Deliver!Your product or service might be perfectly positioned for overs...
15/06/2026

Ready to Export? Let’s Make Sure You’re Ready to Deliver!

Your product or service might be perfectly positioned for overseas markets. You’ve done the research, the demand is there… but what about the operational side of exporting?

🔵 Are you confident in your ability to process and ship international orders efficiently?
🔵 Do you have the right documentation in place?
🔵 Are you clear on compliance requirements, duties, taxes, and logistics?

Our experienced international trade team is here to support you when you need it most — whether you’re new to exporting or scaling up to meet growing demand.

We can help you with:

🔵 Export documentation
🔵 Shipping and logistics planning
🔵 Customs compliance and border processes
🔵 Duties, VAT, and tax considerations

Don’t let the paperwork slow down your potential. Let’s get your products moving quickly, correctly, and confidently.

Get in touch today to speak to a trade specialist: 0333 7722565

Accessing the Global Trade Blueprint Programme has been pivotal for training course provider, Chrysalis Courses - read a...
14/06/2026

Accessing the Global Trade Blueprint Programme has been pivotal for training course provider, Chrysalis Courses - read all about how over on our website: https://zurl.co/FzKAa

13/06/2026

We enjoyed this article from looking at historic ports in India. Have a read here: https://zurl.co/OKYJ9

Final reminder for next Tuesday's (16th) free webinar: Governing AI in Customs & Trade: A Practitioner’s GuideITM Specia...
12/06/2026

Final reminder for next Tuesday's (16th) free webinar: Governing AI in Customs & Trade: A Practitioner’s Guide

ITM Specialist Douglas Mackay will be discussing:

• Why AI governance is becoming a compliance issue
• Governance gaps in customs and trade operations
• Human oversight and HITL controls
• Real advisory examples involving sanctions, valuation and classification
• Practical governance readiness steps for businesses

If you have not already done so, we strongly recommend reviewing the article and completing the free SME AI/ML Quick Check before attending: https://zurl.co/VIWRR

Registration: https://zurl.co/vfxvt

We look forward to seeing you there.

11/06/2026

Looking to build your international trade knowledge?

Whether you're learning the fundamentals, developing your team's expertise, or exploring opportunities to grow sales through international markets, the right training can help you move forward with confidence.

Our practical international trade courses are designed for businesses at every stage of their international journey. Whatever you're looking to achieve, we've got a course to help!

You can find all of our upcoming events over on our website: https://zurl.co/jNzpP

International expansion isn't just about reaching new markets, it's about making sure your processes, governance and str...
10/06/2026

International expansion isn't just about reaching new markets, it's about making sure your processes, governance and strategy can support sustainable growth.

If your organisation is reviewing its international trade model, now could be the perfect time to step back and assess the bigger picture, our experience team of international trade and strategy specialists are always happy to have a conversation and share what we've learned from helping businesses navigate international trade successfully.

Why not give us a call on 0333 7722565.

One of the biggest customs valuation challenges is determining whether a payment is genuinely “for the imported goods” a...
09/06/2026

One of the biggest customs valuation challenges is determining whether a payment is genuinely “for the imported goods” and whether it represents a condition of sale. WCO Explanatory Note 7.1 attempts to bring much-needed clarity to this area.

Our upcoming webinar with ITM Specialist Douglas Mackay explores how these tests apply in practice across:

training fees
warranty charges
transfer pricing adjustments
platform fee structures

A useful session for anyone involved in international purchasing, customs compliance or cross-border finance.

đź“… Date: 30th June 2026 - 10am.
đź•’ Duration: 60 Minutes
đź’» Format: Live Online Webinar
🎟 Cost: Complimentary

Reserve your place here: https://zurl.co/EXwqX

AI governance is no longer just an IT issue, for customs and trade operations it is rapidly becoming a compliance and au...
08/06/2026

AI governance is no longer just an IT issue, for customs and trade operations it is rapidly becoming a compliance and audit issue.

If you are using AI in your International Trade Team, can you demonstrate:

• Governance
• Human oversight
• Decision accountability
• Sanctions safeguards
• Record keeping
• Compliance controls

This is particularly relevant as organisations begin preparing for the wider impact of the EU AI Act and evolving regulatory expectations.

To help businesses assess readiness, ITM Specialist Douglas Mackay has created a free AI/ML Quick Check for SMEs involved in customs and trade operations. You can access it here alongside our latest article: https://zurl.co/8MvKr

We’ll also be discussing practical governance frameworks and real advisory examples during our upcoming webinar on the 16th June. Why not join Douglas for this? It is only 45 minutes long and is free of charge. Register your place here: https://zurl.co/pT4Q3

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