Hazelwood helps ambitious businesses trade confidently across borders. From first shipment to complex multi-market operations, we turn licensing, customs and documentary rules into a smooth, compliant workflow—so you can focus on sales, not red tape.
Whether you’re importing components for production or exporting finished goods worldwide, our specialists guide you through classification, licensing, duty/VAT implications, and record-keeping. Expect practical advice, clear timelines, and proactive risk management.
What we Handle
- Trade licensing & permits: Assess if your goods require export/import licences; prepare applications and supporting evidence.
- Commodity codes & origin: Accurate HS/commodity classification, product origin statements, and preference proofs.
- Customs & VAT setup: EORI checks, VAT options, import VAT accounting guidance, and broker coordination.
- Controls & restrictions: Advice where goods may be restricted (e.g., dual-use items, sensitive tech, certain chemicals, flora/fauna, artwork).
- Incoterms® & contracts: Selecting terms that fit your cashflow, insurance, and risk profile; aligning quotes and POs.
- Documentation: Commercial invoices, packing lists, statements of origin, licences, certificates, and carrier instructions.
- Duty optimisation: Explore special procedures, suspensions, and preference routes to reduce landed cost where available.
- Payments & FX: Practical frameworks for secure international payments and mitigating exchange rate exposure.
- Audit-ready records: Policies, logs, and file architecture that satisfy regulatory enquiries and internal reviews.
How we Work
01. Scope & Screen
We map your products, routes, partners, and volumes; flag any licences, restrictions, or data gaps.
02. Classify & Authorise
We assign codes, confirm origin, prepare licence applications, and align your Incoterms® and docs.
03. File & Monitor
We implement document packs, coordinate brokers, and build audit-ready records with ongoing support.
Who we Help
Startups testing new markets, e-commerce brands scaling fulfilment, manufacturers sourcing inputs, and established exporters expanding to new regions. If your goods move internationally, we can streamline the compliance path.
Why Hazelwood
- Clarity first: Plain-English guidance with actionable next steps and clear document checklists.
- Operational fit: We build processes that match your systems, couriers, and broker setup.
- Cost awareness: We highlight avoidable charges and help optimise landed cost where possible.
- Always compliant: Policies and records that stand up to scrutiny and reduce shipment delays.
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on the product, use, and destination. We screen your items and advise if a licence is required, then prepare the application and supporting documents.
Typically: commercial invoice, packing list, correct commodity codes, statements of origin or preference where applicable, licences/certificates if required, and carrier/broker instructions aligned to your Incoterms®.
We review classification, origin, and available procedures to identify potential savings or cashflow benefits. Where available, we’ll outline compliant options to lower landed costs.
Yes. We create simple workflows, templates, and checklists; set up your registrations; liaise with brokers; and train your team so you’re operational quickly and confidently.