State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) is offering an import basics seminar in conjunction with the Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County and Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation, 8am to noon, October 26, at SCF Lakewood Ranch. The instructor will be available to answer questions following the class. The half-day seminar will discuss the role of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in international transactions. Participants will learn the basics of importing and import compliance for both small importers and corporations managing the import/export process, including best practices, import declarations and government agencies with an interest in the importation of goods. The seminar is designed to help importers gain awareness of their role in ensuring informed compliance required by the CBP, determining the total cost of imported goods, opportunities to save on tariffs and resources available to assist with the importing process. The cost is $49.

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota