Import/Export Trading Finance & Compliance Pods
HS code misclassifications cost you duty overcharges. LC discrepancies hold shipments at the port. A trade pod handles customs documentation, landed cost tracking, and CUSDEC processing so your goods move on time and your margins stay intact.
End-to-end trade compliance pods
We integrate with your freight forwarders, banks, and customs brokers to ensure every shipment is documented, duties are optimised, and VAT is recovered on time.
Customs compliance
CUSDEC preparation, HS code verification, and duty payment coordination with Sri Lanka Customs.
Trade finance desk
LC documentation, bank guarantee coordination, and foreign currency reconciliation.
Pod setup timeline
- Week 1: Trade flow mapping, HS code audit, bank and broker introductions.
- Weeks 2-3: Parallel CUSDEC processing and landed cost reconciliation runs.
- Week 4: Live operations with shipment tracker and duty analytics dashboard.
What traders delegate to our pods
HS code misclassification
Wrong tariff codes lead to duty overcharges, penalties, or goods held at the port pending reclassification.
LC documentation discrepancies
Minor mismatches between LC terms and shipping documents cause bank rejections and shipment delays.
Landed cost blind spots
CID, surcharge, PAL, CESS, SSCL, and import VAT stack unpredictably, making margin calculations unreliable.
VAT recovery delays
Input VAT on imports is not claimed or reconciled promptly, tying up working capital.
Trade operations modules
Combine customs, finance, and compliance modules based on your import/export volume and complexity.
Customs documentation podCUSDEC preparation, HS code classification, duty computation, and customs broker coordination.
CUSDEC preparation, HS code classification, duty computation, and customs broker coordination.
- CUSDEC data entry and verification
- HS code classification reviews with tariff optimisation
- Duty payment scheduling and confirmation tracking
- BOI/FTZ documentation for duty-exempt shipments
Trade finance podLC processing, bank guarantee management, foreign currency reconciliation, and payment scheduling.
LC processing, bank guarantee management, foreign currency reconciliation, and payment scheduling.
- LC document checklist and discrepancy resolution
- Bank guarantee tracking and renewal alerts
- Multi-currency payment reconciliation
- Supplier payment scheduling with FX exposure tracking
Compliance & analytics deskImport/export regulatory compliance, VAT recovery, and trade analytics dashboards.
Import/export regulatory compliance, VAT recovery, and trade analytics dashboards.
- Import VAT claim preparation and reconciliation
- Gazette amendment monitoring for tariff changes
- Landed cost dashboards by product category
- Monthly trade compliance report for management
Recent import/export outcomes
Proof points from customs, trade finance, and compliance pods supporting Sri Lankan trading companies.
Outcome reviews are validated against delivery KPIs and compliance checkpoints.
Duty savings from HS code audit
Reclassification of 40+ product lines to correct tariff headings reduced duty exposure by 18%.
LC rejection rate eliminated
Pre-submission checklist and document QA process eliminated bank LC discrepancy rejections.
Import VAT recovery accelerated
Automated input VAT reconciliation and monthly claim preparation freed up LKR 8M in working capital.
Landed cost visibility
Real-time landed cost dashboards by SKU gave procurement and pricing teams accurate margin data.
Set up your trade operations pod
Share your import/export volume, key product categories, and current pain points. We will map pod structure, customs workflows, and go-live milestones.
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