Online international trade workshop - understanding commodity codes - June 2025

An introductory workshop providing candidates with fundamental skills and knowledge to prepare and process a system of classifying their goods for both import and export. It is fully supported with user friendly and up-to-date notes (including practical experience on classifying products using the UK Global Tariff) to ensure the skills learned can be used effectively back in the workplace.

Candidates will, after attending this course, be aware of what commodity codes are and what they are used for. They will have a basic understanding of the process of how to classify goods and will have successfully classified a range of goods to gain experience in using the UK Global Tariff and where to go for further advice.

This workshop is suitable for finance administrators and managers, those from procurement and technical experts who are responsible for identifying commodity codes. This leads to an understanding of the duties, taxes, and controls required for imports and exports. Mistakes in this area can be costly and serious so companies must ensure they have the knowledge to manage this properly in their organisations. The course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements.

Delivered by Frances Fawcett of International Trade Matters Ltd.
 
 
 
Frances has worked both within and with large global corporations and small businesses and, frequently, internationally for many years in a wide range of sectors. She is a member of the Institute of Leadership and Management and a Fellow of the Institute of Training and Occupational Learning. Her areas of expertise and interest spill over into her personal life where she is a volunteer scout Leader holding local, district and county roles including that of county leadership and management trainer.
 
International Trade Matters Ltd offers international trade consultancy and training across sectors, geographies and disciplines. They are the leading independent consultancy for international trade offering expert advice and support to companies engaged, or interested, in overseas connections or business. With a raft of super specialists and trainers covering Somerset and beyond, they offer expert advice and training on new markets, compliance and international marketing strategies and also offer bespoke packages.

Somerset Chamber of Commerce is operating a cancellation policy in line with our terms and conditions which can be found here: https://www.somerset-chamber.co.uk/terms-conditions/