This Database was gathered for the book: Erik Radisch, Der Rat für Gegenseitige Wirtschaftshilfe als Konsensimperium (Stuttgart 2022).

In order to ease the reading of this book and facilitate the work of historians with published but not processed data about foreign trade (exports and imports) within CMEA within the period 1946-1966, I have decided to provide the reader with this database. The data was double checked by third persons. The Database might still, however, contain minor errors, although every effort has been made to correct them.

The database is the source publication. Therefore, it includes the raw data without any interpretation or analytical research from the author. The data was collected by the author from Vnešnjaja torgovlja SSSR. statističeskij sbornik 1918-1966 (Moscow, 1967).

The data relates to the six CMEA members (the GDR, Poland, Czechoslovakia, Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria) except Albania. Unfortunately, the source book does not contain any information on Albania’s foreign trade, and I have not been able to locate declassified additional data to remedy this omission. Foreign trade with Albania was, however, by far the lowest.

Foreign trade output presents nine positions of the official commodity nomenclature for foreign trade (see: Vnešnjaja torgovlja SSSR. statističeskij sbornik 1918-1966 (Moscow, 1967), p. XIIIf.). The nomenclature is very extensive. The subcategories which are relevant for the six chosen countries are included in the database (44 subcategories for exports and 43 sub-categories for imports). However, only the first digit of the coding system was included in the database for this work.

The database consists of four tables:

“ExportsCMEA” – Data on exports for nine official over-arching goods categories (with a further breakdown into subcategories) in thousand roubles and in amount of goods (in corresponding units of measure) for six CMEA countries

“ImportsCMEA” - Data on imports for nine official over-arching goods categories (with a further breakdown into subcategories) in thousand roubles and in amount of goods (in corresponding units of measure) for six CMEA countries

“Commodity Codes” – a list of nine over-arching official commodity nomenclature goods categories. The database uses the same coding numbers as was used by official commodity nomenclature. In the database, however, only the first digit of the code was included

“Commodity” – a list of translations and units of quantities of the commodity nomenclature

There are also two queries in the database that present aggregated foreign trade information by code.

The database is in LibreOffice-Database format (odb). Due to long-term accessibility, the tables are also provided as SQL-Scripts.

The data was collected by Erik Radisch for non-commercial purposes. It is free for everyone to use. Therefore, please adhere to the same standards of citation that apply to other products of research like books and articles and refer to the source of your data as proposed by Zenodo.

This dataset has now been archived and will no longer be updated. For an up-to-date list of Most Favoured Nation (MFN) rates, see https://data.gov.uk/dataset/3bee9a8a-e69c-400e-add5-3345a87a8e25/tariffs-to-trade-with-the-uk-from-1-january-2021.

The UK Global Tariff (UKGT) is the UK's first independent tariff policy which will replace the current Common External Tariff (CET) which applies until 31 December 2020. This tariff will enter into force on 1 January 2021. The UKGT will apply to all goods imported into the UK, unless: an exception applies (such as a relief or tariff suspension); the goods come from countries that are part of the Generalised Scheme of Preferences; the goods come from a country that has a trade agreement with the UK. It only shows the tariffs that will be applied to goods at the border when they’re imported into the UK. It does not cover: other import duties (such as VAT); the precise details of trade remedies measures (such as anti-dumping, countervailing and safeguards). For more information, see https://www.gov.uk/guidance/uk-tariffs-from-1-january-2021.

This dataset lists how the tariff will change in the UKGT compared to the CET, split out by commodity code as specified to 8 or 10 digits by the 2020 Combined Nomenclature (CN). It includes a description for each code based on that standard. For each code, it includes the current duty expression under the CET and the new duty expression under the UKGT, with an additional field categorising the change (as 'no change', 'currency conversion', 'simplified', 'reduced' or 'liberalised'). The dataset also indicates where commodities are subject to a trade remedy or suspension, or if the CET will continue to apply until after transition reviews have concluded, or include an Autonomous Tariff Quota. Please see the guidance page for information on these terms and how the duty will change in these cases.

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Customs Audit Market Size 2025-2029

The customs audit market size is forecast to increase by USD 6.51 billion, at a CAGR of 8.7% between 2024 and 2029.

The market is experiencing significant growth, driven by the increasing demand for efficient supply chain operations and the emergence of new customs regulations such as voluntary disclosure programs. These initiatives aim to streamline customs processes and mitigate potential risks, making customs audits an essential component of international trade. However, the market faces challenges, including the growing concern over cybersecurity breaches. As global trade becomes increasingly digital, the risk of data breaches and information theft increases, necessitating robust cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive data during customs audits.
Companies seeking to capitalize on market opportunities must prioritize compliance with evolving customs regulations and invest in advanced cybersecurity solutions to mitigate risks and maintain a competitive edge. Navigating these challenges requires a strategic approach, with a focus on transparency, efficiency, and innovation.

What will be the Size of the Customs Audit Market during the forecast period?

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The market is characterized by continuous evolution and dynamic market activities. Entities involved in international trade are subject to a complex web of regulations, including supply chain management, free trade agreements, trade data, export regulations, customs valuation, rules of origin, internal controls, and trade agreements. These regulations are not static but rather unfold with the ongoing unfolding of market activities and evolving patterns. Customs compliance plays a crucial role in this landscape, with entities seeking to adhere to regulations and mitigate risks associated with sanctions compliance, anti-dumping duties, trade remedies, and other trade measures. Customs brokers, freight forwarders, and trade finance providers are key players in facilitating international trade, while customs technology and automated systems enable efficient customs clearance.

Bonded warehousing, duty drawback, and inventory management are essential aspects of customs compliance, allowing entities to minimize duties and taxes and optimize their supply chain operations. Trade data and analytics are increasingly important tools for monitoring and responding to changing regulations and market conditions. Export controls and import regulations also shape the market, with entities needing to navigate the intricacies of tariff classification, customs investigations, and countervailing duties. Documentary credits and free trade zones offer additional complexities, requiring a deep understanding of the customs landscape and the ability to adapt to changing regulations and market conditions.

In this context, compliance audits are a critical component of risk management strategies, enabling entities to identify and address potential compliance issues and minimize the risk of penalties and disruptions to their international trade operations. The market is a dynamic and evolving landscape, requiring ongoing attention and adaptation to ensure compliance and optimize international trade operations.

How is this Customs Audit Industry segmented?

The customs audit industry research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in 'USD million' for the period 2025-2029, as well as historical data from 2019-2023 for the following segments.

Service

  Customs audit services
  Customs advisory services


Type

  Financial audit
  Operational audit
  Compliance audit
  Risk management audit
  Others


Geography

  North America

    US
    Canada


  Europe

    France
    Germany
    UK


  APAC

    Australia
    China
    India
    Japan


  South America

    Brazil


  Rest of World (ROW)

By Service Insights

The customs audit services segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period.

The market encompasses various entities that play a crucial role in international trade, including sanctions compliance, anti-dumping duties, trade remedies, customs broker, letters of credit, bonded warehousing, duty drawback, inventory management, supply chain management, free trade agreements, trade data, export regulations, customs valuation, rules of origin, internal controls, trade agreements, freight forwarder, trade finance, compliance audits, import regulations, data analytics, export controls, duty rates, risk management, customs compliance, countervailing duties, documentary credits, free trade zones, tariff classification, customs technology, automated systems, and customs investigations. In developed economies