CUSTOMS
CUSTOMS
At Sotecan International, we support your business in managing all customs formalities for import and export operations. Thanks to our status as RCR (Registered Customs Representative) and our AEO certification (Authorized Economic Operator – Type C), we ensure full compliance and reliability across your international trade activities.
Whether for imports or exports, our expert teams guarantee a complete, compliant, and responsive customs clearance process, delivering tailor-made solutions that meet your operational needs and secure your global supply chain.
Import & Export Customs Clearance
We handle all your import and export customs clearance operations in strict compliance with applicable regulations.
Export Services
Customs clearance points: Laval at ELM, the logistics entity of Groupe Coué TRM, and Le Havre covering all port terminals for Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) shipments in dedicated bonded warehouses
Integration of your factory or warehouse into our National Centralized Customs Clearance (CCN) system, allowing you to internalize export operations with greater flexibility and a single point of contact
Import Services
Laval – at Groupe Coué TRM (exclusive site)
Le Havre – all port terminals for full container loads (FCL)
Customs Documentation
Issuance of EUR.1 and ATR certificates of origin
Preparation of T2L documents for shipments to French overseas territories (DOM-TOM: French Guiana, Guadeloupe, etc.)
Special Customs Procedures
We manage special customs regimes that provide businesses with significant fiscal and logistics benefits:
Customs Bonded Warehouse in Western France:
Storage of your goods under customs supervision, with suspension of duties and trade policy measures, through our Coué Logistics facilities
No time limit on storage duration
Temporary Storage Facilities:
IST (Temporary Storage Facility): storage up to 90 days
LADT (Approved Temporary Storage Premises): storage for 4 to 5 days
Authorised Consignee:
Clearance of T1 transit documents directly at our Laval terminal
Assignment of a new customs destination: release for free circulation on French territory, inward processing relief, or other customs-approved procedures
Customs Consulting & Expertise
We provide a dedicated customs consultancy service to help you optimize operations and ensure full compliance with international trade regulations:
Customs Classification
Expert guidance on the correct attribution of HS Codes for your products
Customs Procedures
Assistance with the implementation of specific procedures and special customs regimes
Regulatory Monitoring
Continuous updates on customs legislation and regulatory changes affecting your business
AEO Type C (Customs)
We are certified Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) – Type C (Customs), an official recognition granted by the customs authorities. This certification guarantees enhanced security and smoother international trade flows.
AEO Type C (Customs)
AEO status offers significant benefits for your supply chain security and customs
End-to-End Supply Chain Security
We collaborate exclusively with trusted partners to ensure a fully secured logistics chain from origin to destination.
Priority Treatment in Customs Controls
In the event of customs checks, your shipments benefit from priority processing, reducing the risk of delays or blockages.
Simplified Inspections
AEO certification leads to fewer physical and documentary controls, streamlining customs procedures for your goods.
International Recognition
AEO status is internationally recognized through mutual recognition agreements with key markets (USA, China, Japan, the United Kingdom,…)
The Coué TRM Group organises your entire distribution chain :
