Thu, 05/07/2009 - 12:31
SEMA Show Floor
New value packages help exhibitors save money while avoiding any last-minute setup surprises.
Need some good news during a bad economy? Here it is: Things will turn around. And until they do, the SEMA Show’s got your back with everything you need to keep your business strong until the economy makes a rebound—quality buyers, an enhanced new- product showcase, a matchmaking program that enables you to connect with buyers prior to the Show, thousands of leading media—all in one place.

You might say the SEMA Show is like a pit stop for your business. And now more than ever, it’s time to refuel. Some of the value-added Show incentives that SEMA has prepared for this year include a collection of new turnkey exhibit package options. You’ll be able to seriously stretch your Show dollars with these new prices, discounted 30% off Freeman’s advance retail prices. The packages also eliminate the possibility of any last-minute surprises as they cover the exhibit, carpet, furniture, drayage allowance, electrical, cleaning, graphics and lights. Note: The Freeman exhibit value packages do not include the cost of exhibit space.

View all exhibit package options for the package that meets your needs best and reserve your exhibit space today for the 2009 SEMA Show at www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

For details on the 2009 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

For additional information, contact ConvExx Show Management at 702/450-7662, ext. 120.
Thu, 05/07/2009 - 12:31
SEMA Show Floor
New value packages help exhibitors save money while avoiding any last-minute setup surprises.
Need some good news during a bad economy? Here it is: Things will turn around. And until they do, the SEMA Show’s got your back with everything you need to keep your business strong until the economy makes a rebound—quality buyers, an enhanced new- product showcase, a matchmaking program that enables you to connect with buyers prior to the Show, thousands of leading media—all in one place.

You might say the SEMA Show is like a pit stop for your business. And now more than ever, it’s time to refuel. Some of the value-added Show incentives that SEMA has prepared for this year include a collection of new turnkey exhibit package options. You’ll be able to seriously stretch your Show dollars with these new prices, discounted 30% off Freeman’s advance retail prices. The packages also eliminate the possibility of any last-minute surprises as they cover the exhibit, carpet, furniture, drayage allowance, electrical, cleaning, graphics and lights. Note: The Freeman exhibit value packages do not include the cost of exhibit space.

View all exhibit package options for the package that meets your needs best and reserve your exhibit space today for the 2009 SEMA Show at www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

For details on the 2009 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

For additional information, contact ConvExx Show Management at 702/450-7662, ext. 120.
Thu, 05/07/2009 - 12:31
SEMA Show Floor
New value packages help exhibitors save money while avoiding any last-minute setup surprises.
Need some good news during a bad economy? Here it is: Things will turn around. And until they do, the SEMA Show’s got your back with everything you need to keep your business strong until the economy makes a rebound—quality buyers, an enhanced new- product showcase, a matchmaking program that enables you to connect with buyers prior to the Show, thousands of leading media—all in one place.

You might say the SEMA Show is like a pit stop for your business. And now more than ever, it’s time to refuel. Some of the value-added Show incentives that SEMA has prepared for this year include a collection of new turnkey exhibit package options. You’ll be able to seriously stretch your Show dollars with these new prices, discounted 30% off Freeman’s advance retail prices. The packages also eliminate the possibility of any last-minute surprises as they cover the exhibit, carpet, furniture, drayage allowance, electrical, cleaning, graphics and lights. Note: The Freeman exhibit value packages do not include the cost of exhibit space.

View all exhibit package options for the package that meets your needs best and reserve your exhibit space today for the 2009 SEMA Show at www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

For details on the 2009 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

For additional information, contact ConvExx Show Management at 702/450-7662, ext. 120.
Thu, 05/07/2009 - 12:31
SEMA Show Floor
New value packages help exhibitors save money while avoiding any last-minute setup surprises.
Need some good news during a bad economy? Here it is: Things will turn around. And until they do, the SEMA Show’s got your back with everything you need to keep your business strong until the economy makes a rebound—quality buyers, an enhanced new- product showcase, a matchmaking program that enables you to connect with buyers prior to the Show, thousands of leading media—all in one place.

You might say the SEMA Show is like a pit stop for your business. And now more than ever, it’s time to refuel. Some of the value-added Show incentives that SEMA has prepared for this year include a collection of new turnkey exhibit package options. You’ll be able to seriously stretch your Show dollars with these new prices, discounted 30% off Freeman’s advance retail prices. The packages also eliminate the possibility of any last-minute surprises as they cover the exhibit, carpet, furniture, drayage allowance, electrical, cleaning, graphics and lights. Note: The Freeman exhibit value packages do not include the cost of exhibit space.

View all exhibit package options for the package that meets your needs best and reserve your exhibit space today for the 2009 SEMA Show at www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

For details on the 2009 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

For additional information, contact ConvExx Show Management at 702/450-7662, ext. 120.
Thu, 05/07/2009 - 12:31
SEMA Show Floor
New value packages help exhibitors save money while avoiding any last-minute setup surprises.
Need some good news during a bad economy? Here it is: Things will turn around. And until they do, the SEMA Show’s got your back with everything you need to keep your business strong until the economy makes a rebound—quality buyers, an enhanced new- product showcase, a matchmaking program that enables you to connect with buyers prior to the Show, thousands of leading media—all in one place.

You might say the SEMA Show is like a pit stop for your business. And now more than ever, it’s time to refuel. Some of the value-added Show incentives that SEMA has prepared for this year include a collection of new turnkey exhibit package options. You’ll be able to seriously stretch your Show dollars with these new prices, discounted 30% off Freeman’s advance retail prices. The packages also eliminate the possibility of any last-minute surprises as they cover the exhibit, carpet, furniture, drayage allowance, electrical, cleaning, graphics and lights. Note: The Freeman exhibit value packages do not include the cost of exhibit space.

View all exhibit package options for the package that meets your needs best and reserve your exhibit space today for the 2009 SEMA Show at www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

For details on the 2009 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

For additional information, contact ConvExx Show Management at 702/450-7662, ext. 120.
Thu, 05/07/2009 - 12:31
SEMA Show Floor
New value packages help exhibitors save money while avoiding any last-minute setup surprises.
Need some good news during a bad economy? Here it is: Things will turn around. And until they do, the SEMA Show’s got your back with everything you need to keep your business strong until the economy makes a rebound—quality buyers, an enhanced new- product showcase, a matchmaking program that enables you to connect with buyers prior to the Show, thousands of leading media—all in one place.

You might say the SEMA Show is like a pit stop for your business. And now more than ever, it’s time to refuel. Some of the value-added Show incentives that SEMA has prepared for this year include a collection of new turnkey exhibit package options. You’ll be able to seriously stretch your Show dollars with these new prices, discounted 30% off Freeman’s advance retail prices. The packages also eliminate the possibility of any last-minute surprises as they cover the exhibit, carpet, furniture, drayage allowance, electrical, cleaning, graphics and lights. Note: The Freeman exhibit value packages do not include the cost of exhibit space.

View all exhibit package options for the package that meets your needs best and reserve your exhibit space today for the 2009 SEMA Show at www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

For details on the 2009 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

For additional information, contact ConvExx Show Management at 702/450-7662, ext. 120.
Thu, 05/07/2009 - 12:31
SEMA Show Floor
New value packages help exhibitors save money while avoiding any last-minute setup surprises.
Need some good news during a bad economy? Here it is: Things will turn around. And until they do, the SEMA Show’s got your back with everything you need to keep your business strong until the economy makes a rebound—quality buyers, an enhanced new- product showcase, a matchmaking program that enables you to connect with buyers prior to the Show, thousands of leading media—all in one place.

You might say the SEMA Show is like a pit stop for your business. And now more than ever, it’s time to refuel. Some of the value-added Show incentives that SEMA has prepared for this year include a collection of new turnkey exhibit package options. You’ll be able to seriously stretch your Show dollars with these new prices, discounted 30% off Freeman’s advance retail prices. The packages also eliminate the possibility of any last-minute surprises as they cover the exhibit, carpet, furniture, drayage allowance, electrical, cleaning, graphics and lights. Note: The Freeman exhibit value packages do not include the cost of exhibit space.

View all exhibit package options for the package that meets your needs best and reserve your exhibit space today for the 2009 SEMA Show at www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth.

For details on the 2009 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

For additional information, contact ConvExx Show Management at 702/450-7662, ext. 120.
Thu, 05/07/2009 - 12:31

All importers—from those bringing in one container a year to those importing products weekly—are equally liable under a new rule issued by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency (CBP), which took effect January 26, 2009. The Importer Security Filing (ISF), more commonly referred to as the "10+2" initiative (because it requires importers to supply 10 pieces of data and shipping companies another two items), marks the first time importers are required to communicate with the CBP regarding incoming shipments and are held liable for failure to do so. Penalties for incomplete or non-compliance are steep, at $5,000 per incident, as well as possible no-load orders. The CBP is delaying enforcement for one year in order to allow companies time to implement compliant systems.

Even with the delay in penalties, the CBP has provided itself with the legal wiggle room to impose them sooner based on "lack of effort" on the part of importers. SEMA will be organizing an informational session to provide members details on these new reporting requirements. To participate in the meeting or for general information on the 10+2 initiative, contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

Thu, 05/07/2009 - 12:31

All importers—from those bringing in one container a year to those importing products weekly—are equally liable under a new rule issued by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency (CBP), which took effect January 26, 2009. The Importer Security Filing (ISF), more commonly referred to as the "10+2" initiative (because it requires importers to supply 10 pieces of data and shipping companies another two items), marks the first time importers are required to communicate with the CBP regarding incoming shipments and are held liable for failure to do so. Penalties for incomplete or non-compliance are steep, at $5,000 per incident, as well as possible no-load orders. The CBP is delaying enforcement for one year in order to allow companies time to implement compliant systems.

Even with the delay in penalties, the CBP has provided itself with the legal wiggle room to impose them sooner based on "lack of effort" on the part of importers. SEMA will be organizing an informational session to provide members details on these new reporting requirements. To participate in the meeting or for general information on the 10+2 initiative, contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

Thu, 05/07/2009 - 12:31

SEMA has produced two informal guides on how to determine the tariff rates for products imported into the United States as well as exported to key overseas markets. The guide reviews the various online, free government databases to properly categorize products and look-up tariff rate tools. These documents also provide a list of additional useful websites and governmental and non-governmental resources.

Download a copy of the export-oriented guide.

Download the document to determine the tariff rates for products imported into the United States.

Questions? Contact Stacie Hering.