Doing Business in the United States: starter guide to US customs and logistics
Webinar | 11 September 2025 | 16:00–17:00 CET
Embracing Global Markets Webinar Series
The United States remains one of the most attractive yet complex markets for European businesses aiming to scale internationally. To help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), start-ups, and innovation-driven organizations navigate this environment, the European Commission and the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) are hosting a dedicated webinar:
Doing Business in the United States: starter guide to US customs and logistics and an update on tariffs.
Why attend?
Expanding into the U.S. requires a solid understanding of customs regulations, tariffs, and compliance requirements that differ not only federally, but also state by state. This webinar is designed to provide practical, actionable insights into what European companies must know before entering the U.S. market.
Participants will learn about:
- The latest updates on tariffs and preferential duty programs.
- Customs procedures and strategies to ensure smooth clearance.
- Choosing the right state or port of entry for your business.
- HTS Codes and import requirements for specific product groups.
- Trade compliance in sensitive sectors such as food, technology, chemicals, and medical devices.
- Federal and state regulations: FDA, CPSC, and others.
- Enforcement updates from U.S. customs.
- Warehousing costs, best practices, and managing rate volatility.
- Working with Free Trade Zones and understanding property tax implications.
Who should attend?
- European SMEs and start-ups preparing for international growth.
- Beneficiaries or holders of EIC Seals of Excellence.
- Cluster managers and representatives of European clusters.
- Business advisers and partners of the Enterprise Europe Network.
- Stakeholders of the Friends of EEN initiative.
About the series
The Embracing Global Markets webinar series supports European SMEs and start-ups in expanding to Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Hosted by experts from various European Commission services and the Enterprise Europe Network, the series offers free, specialized knowledge to help businesses innovate, internationalize, and thrive globally.
📩 Interested in joining?
To express your interest and receive access details, please write to contact@afaceri.ro.
