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H S Trade Compliance
H S Trade Compliance

Navigating Trade with Precision

HS Trade Compliance is your trusted partner in the intricate world of global trade, specializing in all matters related to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS). With "H S" standing for the Harmonized Tariff Schedule itself, our name reflects our core expertise in trade compliance. Our team comprises seasoned professionals who have an intimate understanding of this internationally recognized system, ensuring that your business achieves flawless adherence to customs regulations.

We excel in classifying your products with pinpoint accuracy, making sure they are appropriately categorized within the HTS to facilitate smooth import and export operations. Our services encompass not only HTS classification but also comprehensive compliance solutions, including document management, trade advisory, and audit readiness.

At HS Trade Compliance, we understand that compliance is the cornerstone of international trade. Our commitment to precision and detail means your business can operate with confidence, knowing that you are fully aligned with customs regulations. Whether you are importing, exporting, or simply seeking guidance on trade compliance matters, H S Trade Compliance is your go-to partner for navigating the complexities of global trade with expertise and precision. Welcome to a world of trade where every detail counts, and every regulation is met with confidence – welcome to H S Trade Compliance.

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Trade Specialists  

Brian C Mulligan 

Forwarding and Clearing Specialist
Has many 40 years of hands-on experience in the Freight and Logistics world, previously directing operations in a multinational 
company's South African division.  Under his leadership, their IT solutions was ahead of the industry  He served as a director of ZACCS, out of which was born CASPNET, a company that specializes in EDI messaging.  He is equally well conversant with the classification of tariffs, applying his years of experience to the advantage of his customers. He recognizes the benefits of a well-designed, fully functioning IT solution, which is an advantage for the people he serves.
He is a team player who believes in harnessing the experience and expertise of others around him and that there is no substitute for common sense. Currently, he heads up Caspnet, a software development company that has to conform to customs rules and regulations. To guarantee that conformance is upheld to the highest standards possible, their software has checks and controls built in.

Leon Marais 

Specializing in trade affairs.

Leon Marais is a Customs /Global Trade Specialist. He started his career in Customs and Excise in Cape Town on 1 February 1983. He has 13 years experience with SARS Customs, gaining vast experience in the following areas:-

  • Excise Duty collection
  • Checking of Customs Clearance declarations
  • Customs Audits
  • Customs Refunds
  • Researching and Identifying Customs
  • Tariff determinations
  • Customs Tariff amendments in the Southern African Customs Union (SACU) comprising Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, South Africa and Swaziland.
  • In 1994 was Leon Marais was promoted the office of Assistant Director: Customs Tariff Amendments at the Head Office of the South African Customs Administration. This office is responsible for implementing all the updates to the Harmonized System South African Customs Union (SACU) Tariff
  • Leon is currently consulting to leading Service Providers, focusing on imports and exports and Importers and Exporters. He also conducts customs audits.

Leon Marais client base includes the Industry Sectors

  • Blue Chip Corporate clients
  • National Department of Trade and Industry
  • Small Enterprise Development Agency ( SIDA) – Ministry of Small Business
  • Developers of Global Trade Solutions ( Developers of electronic Solutions for Importers and Exporters and the International Shipping Community)
    Publications and Products
  • Leon Marais is the author of the weekly “Jacobsen’s Customs news bulletins “
  • He is also the author of “Jacobson’s Guide to Tariff Classification’s”
  • Leon Marais develops and presents on an on-going basis, various training modules on “Customs and International Trade” which include the following modules:-

Customs Legislation
Tariff Classification
Customs and Excise Valuation and Duties
Import and Export Procedures and Documentation
Recovery Claims on behalf of Importers and Exporters
Leon Marais is also the author/blogger of “The Law 24 Blog” called the “Customs Corner”.

Gary Robertson

Logistics Specialist 

Gary has vast experience in the following areas:-

  • Dangerous Goods via air and sea, including classification, packing, marking, labelling and documentation
  • Training and education relative to Freight Forwarding and Customs
    Freight rates and routings
  • Sea freight and air freight, exports and imports
  • Auditing of invoices and costings
    Incoterms
  • Current Position

Gary Robertson has been in Freight Forwarding, Customs Compliance, Logistics and Supply Chain for the last 42 years in South Africa, and is also a TETA accredited assessor and moderator. Gary is now situated in Florida, USA and is ideally placed to assist with establishing supply chains between the USA and South Africa including trade enquiries and transport compliance.

Gary can be contacted via email gary@itacs.co.za or USA (1) 386 846 7209

Jacques Bruwer