{"id":10144,"date":"2026-08-16T02:19:46","date_gmt":"2026-08-16T02:19:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/?page_id=10144"},"modified":"2026-08-16T02:50:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-16T02:50:36","slug":"customs-compliance","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/it\/customs-compliance\/","title":{"rendered":"CUSTOMS &#038; COMPLIANCE"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"10144\" class=\"elementor elementor-10144\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5df54be e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5df54be\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-67b2875 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"67b2875\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div 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var(--blue);\r\n    background:#eef7fd;\r\n    color:#38566c;\r\n    font-size:13px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* ================= EORI FEATURE ================= *\/\r\n\r\n.brf-cc-feature-img{\r\n    overflow:hidden;\r\n    border-radius:14px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.brf-cc-feature-img img{\r\n    width:100%;\r\n    min-height:350px;\r\n    height:100%;\r\n    object-fit:cover;\r\n    display:block;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* ================= DOCUMENTS ================= *\/\r\n\r\n.brf-cc-doc-grid{\r\n    display:grid;\r\n    grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr);\r\n    gap:10px;\r\n    margin-top:23px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.brf-cc-doc{\r\n    padding:12px 14px;\r\n    border:1px solid var(--line);\r\n    border-radius:6px;\r\n    background:#fff;\r\n    color:var(--navy);\r\n    font-size:13px;\r\n    font-weight:800;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* ================= DDP RELATION ================= *\/\r\n\r\n.brf-cc-ddp-box{\r\n    max-width:1000px;\r\n    margin:38px auto 0;\r\n    padding:38px;\r\n    border-radius:14px;\r\n    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color:#d7e4ef;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.brf-cc-quote{\r\n    padding:28px;\r\n    border-radius:11px;\r\n    background:#fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.brf-cc-quote h3{\r\n    margin:0 0 14px;\r\n    color:var(--navy);\r\n}\r\n\r\n.brf-cc-quote-grid{\r\n    display:grid;\r\n    grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;\r\n    gap:8px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.brf-cc-quote-grid span{\r\n    padding:9px 10px;\r\n    border-radius:5px;\r\n    background:var(--light);\r\n    color:var(--muted);\r\n    font-size:12px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\r\n\/* ================= RESPONSIVE ================= *\/\r\n\r\n@media(max-width:1000px){\r\n\r\n    .brf-cc-hero-grid,\r\n    .brf-cc-two,\r\n    .brf-cc-cta-grid{\r\n        grid-template-columns:1fr;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .brf-cc-nav{\r\n        grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .brf-cc-grid3{\r\n        grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr);\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .brf-cc-flow{\r\n        grid-template-columns:repeat(4,1fr);\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .brf-cc-service-grid{\r\n        grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr);\r\n    }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n@media(max-width:700px){\r\n\r\n    .brf-cc-section{\r\n        padding:58px 0;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .brf-cc-hero{\r\n        min-height:auto;\r\n        padding:65px 0 80px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .brf-cc-hero h1{\r\n        font-size:36px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .brf-cc-title,\r\n    .brf-cc-cta h2{\r\n        font-size:31px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .brf-cc-nav,\r\n    .brf-cc-grid3,\r\n    .brf-cc-flow,\r\n    .brf-cc-service-grid,\r\n    .brf-cc-knowledge{\r\n        grid-template-columns:1fr;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .brf-cc-article{\r\n        display:block;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .brf-cc-article-img{\r\n        width:100%;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .brf-cc-doc-grid,\r\n    .brf-cc-quote-grid{\r\n        grid-template-columns:1fr;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n}\r\n\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-page\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- =========================================================\r\nHERO\r\n========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section class=\"brf-cc-hero\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-wrap\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-hero-grid\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-label\">\r\nBRF LOGISTICS \u00b7 EUROPE IMPORT COMPLIANCE\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<h1>\r\nEU Customs & Compliance\r\n<\/h1>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nA successful shipment to Europe requires more than international\r\nfreight. Importers and exporters must also consider customs\r\nclassification, EORI identification, ICS2 \/ ENS data, customs\r\nvalue, import duty, VAT and applicable product or packaging\r\ncompliance requirements.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-pills\">\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-pill\">\r\nEU Customs Clearance\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-pill\">\r\nEORI\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-pill\">\r\nICS2 \/ ENS\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-pill\">\r\nImport Duty\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-pill\">\r\nImport VAT\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-pill\">\r\nPPWR\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-btns\">\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/contact\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-btn brf-cc-btn-red\">\r\nDiscuss Your EU Shipment\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/ddp-shipping-to-europe\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-btn brf-cc-btn-outline\">\r\nEurope DDP Shipping\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-hero-box\">\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nEU IMPORT COMPLIANCE HUB\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-hero-list\">\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/eu-customs-clearance-for-imports\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-hero-item\">\r\nEU Customs Clearance\r\n<span>\u2192<\/span>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/eori-number-for-eu-imports\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-hero-item\">\r\nEORI Number\r\n<span>\u2192<\/span>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/ics2-for-shipping-to-europe\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-hero-item\">\r\nICS2 \/ ENS\r\n<span>\u2192<\/span>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/eu-import-duty-explained\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-hero-item\">\r\nEU Import Duty\r\n<span>\u2192<\/span>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/import-vat-in-europe\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-hero-item\">\r\nImport VAT\r\n<span>\u2192<\/span>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/eu-ppwr-ddp-shipping-to-europe\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-hero-item\">\r\nEU PPWR\r\n<span>\u2192<\/span>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- =========================================================\r\nTOP NAV\r\n========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-nav-wrap\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-wrap\">\r\n\r\n<nav class=\"brf-cc-nav\">\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#customs\">\r\nCUSTOMS\r\n<small>EU Import Clearance<\/small>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#eori\">\r\nEORI\r\n<small>Customs Identification<\/small>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#ics2\">\r\nICS2\r\n<small>ENS Security Filing<\/small>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#duty-vat\">\r\nDUTY\r\n<small>Tariff & Customs Value<\/small>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#duty-vat\">\r\nVAT\r\n<small>Import Tax<\/small>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"#ppwr\">\r\nPPWR\r\n<small>Packaging Compliance<\/small>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/nav>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- =========================================================\r\nINTRO\r\n========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section class=\"brf-cc-section\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-wrap\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-two\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-kicker\">\r\nEUROPE CUSTOMS PLANNING\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"brf-cc-title\">\r\nCompliance Should Be Planned Before Cargo Leaves Origin\r\n<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p class=\"brf-cc-desc\">\r\nEuropean customs clearance should not begin only after a shipment\r\narrives at the port or airport. The importer structure, product\r\nclassification, customs value, security data and relevant tax\r\nand compliance information should be reviewed during shipment\r\nplanning.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-checks\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>\r\nConfirm importer and customs representation structure\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>\r\nCheck HS \/ CN classification and detailed product description\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>\r\nConfirm EORI and applicable VAT arrangements\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>\r\nPrepare accurate transport and ICS2 \/ ENS data\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>\r\nEvaluate customs duty and customs value\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>\r\nReview applicable product and packaging requirements\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-feature-img\">\r\n\r\n<img\r\nsrc=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/963cb28c9310d188a94a55559d03e0c5-e1752652435703-1024x681.png\"\r\nalt=\"BRF Logistics customs documentation and European import compliance\"\r\nloading=\"lazy\">\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- =========================================================\r\n6 CORE COMPLIANCE PAGES\r\n========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section class=\"brf-cc-section brf-cc-light\" id=\"customs\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-wrap\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-center\">\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-kicker\">\r\nCUSTOMS & COMPLIANCE TOPICS\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"brf-cc-title\">\r\nSix Key Areas for Shipping Goods into Europe\r\n<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p class=\"brf-cc-desc\">\r\nUse the dedicated BRF guides below to understand each part of\r\nEuropean import planning separately.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-grid3\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- CUSTOMS -->\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/eu-customs-clearance-for-imports\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-card\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-card-code\">\r\nEU\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nEU Customs Clearance for Imports\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nUnderstand import declarations, customs documents, HS \/ CN\r\nclassification, customs value and clearance preparation for\r\ngoods entering the European Union.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-go\">\r\nEU Customs Clearance \u2192\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- EORI -->\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/eori-number-for-eu-imports\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-card\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-card-code\">\r\nEORI\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nEORI Number for EU Imports\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nLearn why EORI identification matters, which customs party\r\nrequires an EORI and why it should be confirmed before the\r\nshipment reaches Europe.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-go\">\r\nEORI Guide \u2192\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- ICS2 -->\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/ics2-for-shipping-to-europe\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-card\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-card-code\">\r\nICS2\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nICS2 for Shipping to Europe\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nUnderstand Entry Summary Declaration data, pre-arrival security\r\nrequirements and why precise cargo descriptions and transport\r\ninformation matter.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-go\">\r\nICS2 \/ ENS Guide \u2192\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- DUTY -->\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/eu-import-duty-explained\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-card\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-card-code\">\r\nDUTY\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nEU Import Duty Explained\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nExplore how tariff classification, country of origin, customs\r\nvalue and applicable trade measures can influence import duty.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-go\">\r\nEU Import Duty \u2192\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- VAT -->\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/import-vat-in-europe\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-card\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-card-code\">\r\nVAT\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nImport VAT in Europe\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nUnderstand how import VAT fits into European landed cost,\r\nDDP planning and importer or tax-registration structures.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-go\">\r\nImport VAT Guide \u2192\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- PPWR -->\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/eu-ppwr-ddp-shipping-to-europe\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-card\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-card-code\">\r\nPPWR\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nEU PPWR & DDP Shipping\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nUnderstand why packaging compliance must be considered separately\r\nfrom freight, customs clearance, duty and VAT when importing\r\ngoods into Europe.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-go\">\r\nPPWR Compliance \u2192\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- =========================================================\r\nCOMPLIANCE FLOW\r\n========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section class=\"brf-cc-section brf-cc-dark\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-wrap\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-center\">\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-kicker\"\r\nstyle=\"color:#ffb52d;\">\r\nEU IMPORT WORKFLOW\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"brf-cc-title\"\r\nstyle=\"color:#fff;\">\r\nHow European Customs & Compliance Fit Together\r\n<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p class=\"brf-cc-desc\"\r\nstyle=\"color:#cbd9e5;\">\r\nShipping, customs, taxation and regulatory compliance are\r\nconnected, but they are not the same responsibility.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-flow\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-step\">\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-step-no\">1<\/div>\r\n<strong>Product<\/strong>\r\n<span>Identify exactly what is being imported.<\/span>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-step\">\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-step-no\">2<\/div>\r\n<strong>HS \/ CN Code<\/strong>\r\n<span>Determine the appropriate customs classification.<\/span>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-step\">\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-step-no\">3<\/div>\r\n<strong>EORI<\/strong>\r\n<span>Confirm the customs economic operator.<\/span>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-step\">\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-step-no\">4<\/div>\r\n<strong>ICS2 \/ ENS<\/strong>\r\n<span>Prepare accurate pre-arrival cargo data.<\/span>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-step\">\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-step-no\">5<\/div>\r\n<strong>Customs<\/strong>\r\n<span>Import declaration and customs value.<\/span>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-step\">\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-step-no\">6<\/div>\r\n<strong>Duty & VAT<\/strong>\r\n<span>Confirm applicable customs and tax structure.<\/span>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-step\">\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-step-no\">7<\/div>\r\n<strong>Compliance<\/strong>\r\n<span>Product, packaging and market requirements.<\/span>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-btns\"\r\nstyle=\"justify-content:center;\">\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/ddp-shipping-to-europe\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-btn brf-cc-btn-white\">\r\nEurope DDP Shipping\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/contact\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-btn brf-cc-btn-outline\">\r\nDiscuss Your Import Structure\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- =========================================================\r\nEORI\r\n========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section class=\"brf-cc-section\" id=\"eori\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-wrap\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-two\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-feature-img\">\r\n\r\n<img\r\nsrc=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/EORI-Number-Explained.jpg\"\r\nalt=\"EORI number for EU imports BRF Logistics\"\r\nloading=\"lazy\">\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-kicker\">\r\nEU CUSTOMS IDENTIFICATION\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"brf-cc-title\">\r\nEORI: The Customs Identity Behind an EU Import\r\n<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nThe Economic Operators Registration and Identification number\r\nis used to identify economic operators interacting with EU\r\ncustoms authorities.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nFor DDP, DAP and other European import structures, the parties\r\nshould establish who is acting as importer, which EORI is being\r\nused and which customs representative is responsible for the\r\ndeclaration before cargo arrives.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-checks\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>Importer identity<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>EORI number<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>Customs representative<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>Declaration information consistency<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>VAT arrangement where applicable<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-btns\">\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/eori-number-for-eu-imports\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-btn brf-cc-btn-blue\">\r\nEORI Service Page\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/eu-import-export-passport-what-is-an-eori-number-and-why-it-matters\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-btn\"\r\nstyle=\"border:1px solid #dce6ee;color:#071d38;\">\r\nDetailed EORI Guide\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- =========================================================\r\nICS2\r\n========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section class=\"brf-cc-section brf-cc-light\" id=\"ics2\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-wrap\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-two\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-kicker\">\r\nEU PRE-ARRIVAL SECURITY\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"brf-cc-title\">\r\nICS2 & ENS for Cargo Entering Europe\r\n<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nICS2 is the EU's advance cargo information system used for\r\nsafety and security risk analysis before goods enter the\r\ncustoms territory.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nAs of 1 June 2026, consignments entering the EU by the\r\nrelevant transport modes should have the required ENS information\r\nsubmitted through the applicable ICS2 or transit process.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-checks\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>Detailed product description<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>HS code information<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>Consignor and consignee data<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>Packages, weights and transport references<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>Timely pre-arrival filing<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-btns\">\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/ics2-for-shipping-to-europe\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-btn brf-cc-btn-blue\">\r\nICS2 Service Page\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/europe-ens-and-ics2-the-complete-guide-for-importers-and-shippers\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-btn\"\r\nstyle=\"border:1px solid #dce6ee;color:#071d38;\">\r\nENS & ICS2 Complete Guide\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-feature-img\">\r\n\r\n<img\r\nsrc=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Europe-1024x410.jpg\"\r\nalt=\"European port customs ICS2 ENS BRF Logistics\"\r\nloading=\"lazy\">\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- =========================================================\r\nDUTY & VAT\r\n========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section class=\"brf-cc-section\" id=\"duty-vat\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-wrap\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-center\">\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-kicker\">\r\nLANDED COST\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"brf-cc-title\">\r\nEU Import Duty, Customs Value & VAT\r\n<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p class=\"brf-cc-desc\">\r\nFreight cost is only one part of the landed cost.\r\nImporters should understand how customs classification,\r\ncustoms value, duty and VAT fit into the shipment.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-ddp-box\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-equation\">\r\n\r\nOrigin Logistics\r\n\r\n<i>+<\/i>\r\n\r\nInternational Freight\r\n\r\n<i>+<\/i>\r\n\r\nEU Arrival Charges\r\n\r\n<i>+<\/i>\r\n\r\nCustoms Clearance\r\n\r\n<i>+<\/i>\r\n\r\nImport Duty\r\n\r\n<i>+<\/i>\r\n\r\nImport VAT\r\n\r\n<i>+<\/i>\r\n\r\nFinal Delivery\r\n\r\n<br>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n= TOTAL LANDED COST\r\n<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-grid3\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/eu-import-duty-explained\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-card\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-card-code\">\r\nCN\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nClassification & TARIC\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nClassification helps determine which EU customs tariff\r\nand trade measures may apply to an imported product.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-go\">\r\nEU Import Duty Guide \u2192\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/import-vat-in-europe\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-card\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-card-code\">\r\nVAT\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nImport VAT\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nVAT treatment depends on the destination, importer,\r\ntax registration and transaction structure and should\r\nbe reviewed before quoting DDP.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-go\">\r\nImport VAT in Europe \u2192\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/shipping-to-europe-how-to-obtain-an-eori-and-vat-number-for-customs-clearance\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-card\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-card-code\">\r\nE+V\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nEORI & VAT Together\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nRead BRF's detailed guide explaining how customs\r\nidentification and VAT planning interact when shipping\r\ncommercial goods into Europe.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-go\">\r\nEORI & VAT Guide \u2192\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- =========================================================\r\nDOCUMENTS\r\n========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section class=\"brf-cc-section brf-cc-light\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-wrap\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-two\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n<img\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-image\"\r\nsrc=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/963cb28c9310d188a94a55559d03e0c5-e1752652435703-1024x681.png\"\r\nalt=\"BRF Logistics customs document review\"\r\nloading=\"lazy\">\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-kicker\">\r\nCUSTOMS DOCUMENTATION\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"brf-cc-title\">\r\nPrepare the Import File Before Shipment\r\n<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nThe exact document requirements depend on the commodity,\r\norigin country, destination country and applicable EU rules,\r\nbut a commercial import file commonly begins with accurate\r\nshipping and customs information.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-doc-grid\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-doc\">\r\nCommercial Invoice\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-doc\">\r\nPacking List\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-doc\">\r\nBill of Lading \/ AWB\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-doc\">\r\nHS \/ CN Code\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-doc\">\r\nCountry of Origin\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-doc\">\r\nImporter \/ EORI Details\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-doc\">\r\nProduct Description\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-doc\">\r\nCompliance Documents\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-blue-note\">\r\n\r\n<strong>Important:<\/strong>\r\nProduct-specific documentation may also be required.\r\nDepending on the goods, this can involve technical,\r\nsafety, origin, environmental or market-compliance documents.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- =========================================================\r\nPPWR\r\n========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section class=\"brf-cc-section\" id=\"ppwr\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-wrap\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-two\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<div>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-kicker\">\r\n2026 EU PACKAGING COMPLIANCE\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"brf-cc-title\">\r\nPPWR Adds Another Layer to European Import Planning\r\n<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nThe EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation applies\r\ngenerally from 12 August 2026, with many individual\r\nrequirements operating under their own implementation\r\ndates and transition periods.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nFor BRF customers, the important distinction is that\r\n<strong>DDP logistics and packaging compliance are not the same thing.<\/strong>\r\nA freight forwarder can coordinate transportation and customs,\r\nwhile the responsible economic operators must still evaluate\r\napplicable packaging and product obligations.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-checks\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>Packaging type<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>Packaging material<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>Packaging weight<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>Supplier \/ manufacturer information<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-check\">\r\n<b>\u2713<\/b>\r\n<div>Available technical documentation<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-btns\">\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/eu-ppwr-ddp-shipping-to-europe\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-btn brf-cc-btn-blue\">\r\nPPWR Service Page\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/ppwr-ddp-shipping-to-europe\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-btn\"\r\nstyle=\"border:1px solid #dce6ee;color:#071d38;\">\r\nRead Detailed PPWR Guide\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-feature-img\">\r\n\r\n<img\r\nsrc=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sea-freight-10-1024x575.jpg\"\r\nalt=\"BRF Logistics Europe imports customs and packaging compliance\"\r\nloading=\"lazy\">\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-note\">\r\n\r\n<strong>Compliance note:<\/strong>\r\nDDP is a delivery term. It should not be interpreted as an\r\nautomatic guarantee that all EU product, packaging, VAT,\r\nEPR, CE, REACH, CBAM or other regulatory obligations\r\nare fulfilled. Applicable requirements depend on the actual\r\nproduct and commercial structure.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- =========================================================\r\nDDP + COMPLIANCE\r\n========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section class=\"brf-cc-section brf-cc-dark\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-wrap\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-center\">\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-kicker\"\r\nstyle=\"color:#ffb52c;\">\r\nDDP + COMPLIANCE\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"brf-cc-title\"\r\nstyle=\"color:#fff;\">\r\nA Professional Europe DDP Structure Is More Than Freight + Tax\r\n<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p class=\"brf-cc-desc\"\r\nstyle=\"color:#cad9e5;\">\r\nBRF recommends separating logistics responsibilities from\r\ncustoms, tax and regulatory responsibilities so every party\r\nunderstands the actual import structure.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-ddp-box\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-equation\">\r\n\r\nTransportation\r\n\r\n<i>+<\/i>\r\n\r\nCustoms\r\n\r\n<i>+<\/i>\r\n\r\nDuty\r\n\r\n<i>+<\/i>\r\n\r\nVAT\r\n\r\n<i>+<\/i>\r\n\r\nProduct Compliance\r\n\r\n<i>+<\/i>\r\n\r\nPackaging Compliance\r\n\r\n<br>\r\n\r\n<strong>\r\n= PROFESSIONAL EUROPE IMPORT PLANNING\r\n<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-btns\"\r\nstyle=\"justify-content:center;\">\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/ddp-shipping-to-europe\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-btn brf-cc-btn-white\">\r\nDDP Shipping to Europe\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/incoterms-explained-key-trade-terms-for-global-freight-shipping\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-btn brf-cc-btn-outline\">\r\nDDP Incoterms Guide\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/door-to-door\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-btn brf-cc-btn-outline\">\r\nDoor-to-Door Logistics\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- =========================================================\r\nKNOWLEDGE CENTER\r\n========================================================= -->\r\n\r\n<section class=\"brf-cc-section brf-cc-light\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-wrap\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-center\">\r\n\r\n<span class=\"brf-cc-kicker\">\r\nBRF EUROPE COMPLIANCE KNOWLEDGE CENTER\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"brf-cc-title\">\r\nRead More About European Customs & DDP\r\n<\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p class=\"brf-cc-desc\">\r\nThese existing BRF articles provide deeper explanations for\r\nimporters, exporters and international purchasing teams.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-knowledge\">\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- ARTICLE 1 -->\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/shipping-to-europe-how-to-obtain-an-eori-and-vat-number-for-customs-clearance\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-article\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-article-img\">\r\n\r\n<img\r\nsrc=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sea-freight-10-1024x575.jpg\"\r\nalt=\"Shipping to Europe EORI VAT BRF Logistics\"\r\nloading=\"lazy\">\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-article-body\">\r\n\r\n<small>\r\nEORI + VAT\r\n<\/small>\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nShipping to Europe: How to Obtain an EORI and VAT Number\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nPractical guidance on customs identification and European\r\ntax-registration planning.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<span>\r\nRead Guide \u2192\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- ARTICLE 2 -->\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/eu-import-export-passport-what-is-an-eori-number-and-why-it-matters\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-article\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-article-img\">\r\n\r\n<img\r\nsrc=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/EORI-Number-Explained.jpg\"\r\nalt=\"EORI Number Explained BRF Logistics\"\r\nloading=\"lazy\">\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-article-body\">\r\n\r\n<small>\r\nEU CUSTOMS\r\n<\/small>\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nEORI Number Explained: EU Import & Customs Clearance\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nA detailed explanation of EORI, importer responsibilities\r\nand customs-clearance risks.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<span>\r\nRead EORI Article \u2192\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- ARTICLE 3 -->\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/europe-ens-and-ics2-the-complete-guide-for-importers-and-shippers\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-article\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-article-img\">\r\n\r\n<img\r\nsrc=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Europe-1024x410.jpg\"\r\nalt=\"Europe ENS ICS2 BRF Logistics\"\r\nloading=\"lazy\">\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-article-body\">\r\n\r\n<small>\r\nICS2 \/ ENS\r\n<\/small>\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nENS & ICS2 Explained: Europe Import Security Guide\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nUnderstand advance cargo data, filing responsibilities and\r\nEuropean import-security requirements.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<span>\r\nRead ICS2 Article \u2192\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- ARTICLE 4 -->\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/ppwr-ddp-shipping-to-europe\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-article\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-article-img\">\r\n\r\n<img\r\nsrc=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/963cb28c9310d188a94a55559d03e0c5-e1752652435703-1024x681.png\"\r\nalt=\"PPWR DDP Europe compliance BRF Logistics\"\r\nloading=\"lazy\">\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-article-body\">\r\n\r\n<small>\r\nPPWR 2026\r\n<\/small>\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nPPWR & DDP Shipping to Europe\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nDetailed FAQ for importers covering packaging, importer,\r\nEORI, VAT and DDP compliance.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<span>\r\nRead PPWR Article \u2192\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- ARTICLE 5 -->\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/port-to-port-door-to-door-or-all-in\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-article\">\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-article-img\">\r\n\r\n<img\r\nsrc=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/bca2a8f7630791fbc31b9898f078d9d-e1756970454295.jpg\"\r\nalt=\"Door to door DDP logistics BRF Logistics\"\r\nloading=\"lazy\">\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"brf-cc-article-body\">\r\n\r\n<small>\r\nDDP \/ DAP\r\n<\/small>\r\n\r\n<h3>\r\nPort-to-Port, Door-to-Door or DDP All-In?\r\n<\/h3>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nUnderstand what freight quotations actually include and\r\nwhere customs, duty and VAT responsibilities sit.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<span>\r\nCompare Shipping Terms \u2192\r\n<\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- ARTICLE 6 -->\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/brf-logistics.com\/the-essential-documents-required-for-ocean-freight-shipping\/\"\r\nclass=\"brf-cc-article\">\r\n\r\n<div 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