Meeting/Event Information

Utilizing Bonded Warehouses and FTZ’s for Tariff Mitigation

In today’s challenging trade environment, mitigating the impact of high tariffs is more critical than ever. Bonded Warehouses and Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs) offer strategic options for importers seeking relief—yet these two solutions differ significantly in structure, regulatory requirements, and duty implications.

Join the Houston Customhouse Brokers and Freight Forwarders Association (HCBFFA) for a timely and informative panel discussion focused on understanding these key trade tools.

Event Details:
📅 Date: May 21, 2025
🕒 Time: 11:30-11:50 (Networking & Registration) 11:50-1:00PM (Announcements & Speaker)
📍 Location: Sonesta 425 N Sam Houston Pkwy E, Houston, TX 77060

During this session, industry experts Lori Mullins (Rogers & Brown Custom Brokers), Brenda Reichert (World Trade CES), and Catherine James (Dixie Cullen) will guide you through:

• The core differences between Bonded Warehouses and Foreign Trade Zones
• How each model affects duty deferral, reduction, or elimination
• What determines the effective duty rates on withdrawals
• Practical considerations for choosing the right option for your operation

Whether you are looking to optimize costs, streamline your compliance, or simply stay informed, this event will provide the clarity and insights you need to make informed decisions.

Space is limited — please RSVP by clicking the registration button.

We look forward to your participation.

Do you require Continuing Education (CEU) credits? This event is approved for 1.5 NCBFAA NEI LCB/CCS/CES credits.

Registration opens at 11:30, lunch will begin at 11:45 and our Guest Speaker will begin shortly after 12. 

Members enjoy lunch at a reduced rate from our non member attendees. 

Student discounts are available. Please email [email protected] for more information on student discounts.

If you are having problems completing the online form in the registration link or if you do not know your member login, please email [email protected] for assistance. 

CCS/CES Credits will only be awarded to those who attend the event in person and provide a current CCS# or CES# at the time of registration.  

***Before clicking register, please note the following when registering for multiple attendees****

If you are a member company and will be taking two additional guests from your own company, please add the total number of guests (3) to the ticket field and click add. This will open a box where you can enter the seperate names for each attendee. If you are a member and wish to take 2 guests from a non member company, add the number of tickets to each field ("1" Member ticket) and click add and it will add that single member ticket and then 2 HCBFFA non member ticket and click add and it will open the screen to type additional names of guests.  

If you are a member and have problems registering at the "member" rate, please email [email protected] to be sure your account is set up as a member account for the purposes of luncheon sign ups.