Tracy Usmca
Tracy Usmca - International trade, tariff & customs attorneys. CBP defense. Call (818) 514-7680.
International Trade & Customs Law Services
Comprehensive customs and tariff defense for California importers at the Port of Los Angeles, Port of Long Beach, and all U.S. ports of entry. Services include CBP audit defense, tariff classification, customs valuation, Section 301/232/IEEPA tariff strategy, UFLPA forced labor compliance, duty drawback recovery, and Court of International Trade litigation.
Current Tariff Landscape
With effective tariff rates at historic highs, California businesses need experienced trade counsel. We handle Section 301 China tariffs, Section 232 steel/aluminum tariffs, IEEPA tariff refund claims, and reciprocal tariff compliance.
Free consultation for importers: (818) 514-7680.
Fees, Costs and Case Results
Where representation is offered on a contingency basis there is no attorney fee unless we recover, and the firm advances case costs — filing fees, expert witnesses and medical records — which are then repaid out of any recovery. If there is no recovery, you owe no attorney fee. The specific terms that apply to a matter are set out in the written fee agreement for that matter.
Where this site refers to a verdict, settlement or court order, that result was dependent on the facts of that case, and results will differ if based on different facts. Past results do not predict or guarantee the outcome of any other matter, and no particular outcome is promised or guaranteed.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is USMCA and how does it benefit Tracy businesses?
- USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement) replaced NAFTA on July 1, 2020, providing duty-free treatment for qualifying goods traded between the US, Mexico, and Canada. Tracy businesses engaged in manufacturing, agriculture, and distribution can eliminate import duties by qualifying products under USMCA rules of origin. This results in significant cost savings and competitive advantages in North American trade.
- How do I qualify products for USMCA duty-free treatment?
- Products qualify for USMCA through meeting origin rules: (1) Goods wholly obtained in North America, (2) Products made entirely from North American materials, or (3) Products meeting product-specific rules of origin through tariff shift or Regional Value Content (RVC) requirements. A USMCA attorney analyzes your supply chain, calculates RVC, and prepares compliant certificates of origin to claim duty-free treatment.
- What are the rules of origin under USMCA?
- USMCA rules of origin determine whether products qualify for preferential duty-free treatment. Requirements include: tariff classification changes (tariff shift), Regional Value Content thresholds (40-75% depending on product), product-specific manufacturing processes, and de minimis provisions allowing up to 10% non-originating materials. Automotive products face the strictest requirements with 75% RVC, Labor Value Content, and steel/aluminum sourcing rules.
- Does my business need a certificate of origin for USMCA?
- Yes. To claim USMCA duty-free treatment, importers must have a valid certification of origin. Unlike NAFTA, USMCA does not require a specific form - certifications can be on company letterhead, commercial invoices, or any document containing required data elements: certifier information, product details, HS classification, origin criterion (A, B, C, or D), and certification statement. We help Tracy businesses prepare legally compliant USMCA certifications.
- Can CBP audit my USMCA claims?
- Yes. US Customs and Border Protection actively verifies USMCA origin claims through written questionnaires, production facility visits, and documentation requests. If you cannot substantiate USMCA qualification, CBP will deny preferential treatment and assess regular duties retroactively plus interest and penalties. Our Tracy USMCA attorneys help maintain proper documentation and successfully defend CBP verification inquiries.
Contact Trembach Law Firm
Trembach Law Firm, APC
27001 Agoura Road, Suite 350, Calabasas, CA 91301
Phone: (818) 514-7680
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