These terms and conditions of service constitute a legally binding contract between the ‘Company’ and the ‘Customer.” In the event the Company renders services and issues a document containing Terms and Conditions governing such services, the terms and Conditions set forth in such other document(s) shall govern those services.
(f) Third parties” shall include, but not be limited to, the following: carriers, truckmen, cartmen, lightemen, forwarders, OTIS, customs brokers, agents, warehousemen and others to which the goods are entrusted for transportation, cartage, handling and/or delivery and/or storage or otherwise.
and security documentation on behalf of the Customer and other dealings with agencies of the United States of America, Canada and other units of government (“Government Agencies”). As to all other services, Company acts as an independent contractor.
Unless subject to a specific statute or international convention, all claims against the for a potential or actual loss, must be in writing and received by the Company within ninety (90) days of the event giving rise to claim. The failure to give the Company timely notice shall be a complete defense to any suit or action commenced by Customer.
(iii) For any and all other claims of any other type, within two years from the date of the loss or damage.
4. No Liability For The Selection or Services of Third Parties and/or Routs.
Unless services are performed by persons or firms engaged pursuant to express Witten instructions from the Customer, Company shall use reasonable care in its selection of Third Parties, or in selecting the means, route and procedure to be followed in the handling, transportation, clearance and delivery of the shipment; advice by Company that a particular person or firm has been selected to render services with respect to the goods, shall not be construed to mean that the Company warrants or represents that such person or firm will render such services nor does Company assume responsibility or liability for any actions(s) and/or inaction(s) of such Third Parties and/or its agents, and shall not be liable for any delay or loss of any kind, which occurs while a shipment is in the custody or control of a third party or the agent of a Third Party. All claims in connection with the Act of a third party shall be brought solely against such party and/or its and in connection with any such claim, the Company shall reasonably cooperate with the Customer, which shall be liable for any charges or costs incurred by the company.
6. Reliance on Information Famished.
(b) In preparing and submitting customs entries, export declarations, applications, security filings, documentation and/or other required data, the Company relies on the correctness of all Documentation, whether in writing or electronic format, and all information furnished by Customer; Customer shall use reasonable care to ensure the correctness of all such information and shall indemnify and hold the Company harmless from any and all claims asserted and/or liability or losses suffered by reason of the Customers failure to disclose information or any incorrect, incomplete or false statement by the Customer or it’s agent, representative or contractor upon which the Company reasonably relied. The Customer agrees that the Customer has an affirmative non-delegable duty to disclose any and all information required to import, export or enter the goods.
Unless requested to do so in and confirmed to Customer in writing, Company is under no obligation to procure insurance on Customers behalf, in all cases, Customer shall pay all premiums and costs in connection with procuring requested insurance.
(b) In connection with all services performed by the Company, Customer may obtain additional liability coverage, up to the actual or declared value of the shipment or transaction, by requesting such coverage and agreeing to make payment therefor which request must be confirmed in writing by the Company prior to rendering services for the covered transaction(s).
(d) In no event, shall Company be liable or responsible for consequential, indirect, incidental, statutory or punitive damages, even if it has been put on notice of the possibility of such damages, or for the acts of other parties including, without limitation, Third Parties.
All charges must be paid by Customer in advance unless the Company agrees in writing to extend credit to customer, the granting of credit to a Customer in connection with a particular transaction shall not be considered a waiver of this provision by the Company. Customer acknowledges that the Company is under no obligation to pay the customs duties or other impositions of any Government Agency absent a specific written agreement that may be entered into from time to time providing for such obligation.
11. Indemnification / Hold Harmless.
The Customer agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold the Company harmless from any claims and/or liability, fines, penalties and/or attorneys’ fees arising from the importation or exportation of customers merchandise and/or any conduct of the Customer, including but not limited to the inaccuracy of entry, export or security data supplied by Customer or its agent or representative, which violates any Federal, State and/or other laws, and further agrees to indemnify and hold the Company harmless against any and all liability, loss, damages, costs, claims, penalties, fines and/or expenses, including but not limited to reasonable attorney’s fees, which the Company may hereafter incur, suffer or be required to pay by reason of such claims; in the event that any claim, suit or proceeding is brought against the Company it shall give notice in wring to the Customer by mail at its address on file with the Company.
12. C.O.D. or Cash Collect Shipment.
Company shall use reasonable care regarding written instructions relating to ‘Cash/Collect on Deliver (COD.)” shipments, bank drafts, cashiers and/or certified checks, letter(s) of credit and other similar payment documents and/or instructions regarding collection of monies but shall not have liability if the bank or consignee refuses to pay for the shipment.
In any dispute involving monies owed to Company, the Company shall be entitled to all costs of collection, including fees for returned check, reasonable attorney’s fees and interest at 15% per annum or the highest rate allowed by law, whichever is less unless a lower amount is agreed to by Company.
14. Grant of Liens, Right To Sell Customer’s Property and Remedies.
(b) If the Customer caries on business in Quebec, Customer hereby hypothecates to and in favor of the Company to the extent of the sum of $450,000 in lawful money of Canada, with interest thereon at the rate specified in paragraph 13 above as security for the full and final payment of the Obligations (the “Hypothec”). The Hypothec extends to all products and proceeds of the Collateral and any after-acquired personal (movable) property.
(c) Customer shall be in default if it fails to pay any of the Obligations when due. After the occurrence of a default, Company may provide written notice to Customer of its intent to dispose of any Collateral pursuant to its Security, the amounts due and owing, as well as any on-going storage or other charges; Customer shall notify all parties having an interest in its shipment(s) of Company’s rights and/or the exercise of such Security.
(d) Unless, within ten days, or less as provided below, of receiving notice of intent to dispose of Collateral, Customer posts cash or letter of credit at sight, or, if the amount due is in dispute, an acceptable bond equal to 110% of the value of the total amount due, in favor of Company, guaranteeing payment of the monies oved, plus all storage charges accrued or to be accrued, Company shall have the right to sell such shipment(s) at public or private sale or auction and any net proceeds remaining after payment of all amounts due and all costs in connection with storage and disposition, shall be paid to customer. Customer agrees that ten days’ notice is commercially reasonable in all cases, but notice of less than ten days may be commercially reasonable under certain circumstances.
(e) In addition to the foregoing, the Company may exercise any and all other rights as may be available to it as a holder of the Security under applicable law with regard to the Collateral.
Customer acknowledges that pursuant to Sections 508 and 509 of the Tariff Act, as amended (19 USC SS 1508 and 1509), it has the duty and is solely liable for maintaining all records required under the Customs and/or other Laws and Regulations of the United States; unless otherwise agreed to in writing, the Company shall only keep such records that it is required to maintain by any applicable statute or regulation, but not act as a “recordkeeper” or “recordkeeping agent” for Customer.
Unless requested by Customer in writing and agreed to by Company in writing, Company shall be under no obligation to undertake any pre- or post-Customs release action, including, but not limited to, obtaining binding rulings, advising of liquidations, filing of petition(s) and/or protests, etc.
Where Company prepares and/or issues a bill of lading, Company shall be under no obligation to specify thereon the number of pieces, packages and/or cartons, etc. unless specifically requested to do so in writing by Customer or its agent and Customer agrees to pay for same, Company shall rely upon and use the cargo weight supplied by Customer.
The compensation of the Company for its services shall be included with and is in addition to the rates and charges of all carriers and other agencies selected by the Company to transport and deal with the goods and such compensation shall be exclusive of any brokerage, commissions, dividends, or other revenue by the Company from carriers, insurers and others in connection with the shipment. On ocean exports, upon request, the Company shall provide a detailed breakout of the components of all charges assessed and a true copy of each pertinent document relating to these charges. In any referal for collection or action against the Customer for monies due the Company, upon recovery by the Company, the Customer shall pay the expenses of collection and/or litigation, including reasonable attorneys’ fees.
Other than with respect to the Hypothec, these terms and conditions of service and the relationship of the parties shall be construed according to the laws of the State of Minnesota without giving consideration to principals of conflict of law. With respect to the Hypothec, the laws of the Province of Quebec shall apply.
(a)Collection: Company collects personal information related to your business in order to provide customs clearance related services and to better manage its business. Clearit.ca will make all reasonable efforts to fully inform such individuals and/or Corporations about the planned use/disclosure. Clearit.ca will limit the collection and use of personal information to that required for valid business purposes or to comply with legislation.
(b)Accuracy: Company will make every reasonable effort to ensure that the personal information it collects and uses is accurate and complete. Individuals/Corporations providing personal information will have the opportunity to review and correct their information, and on written request by an individual to whom the information relates, the clearit.ca will modify the information as required.
(c)Storage: Company will store personal information using hard copy and/or electronic means in such a way as to prevent unauthorized collection, access, use, disclosure or disposal of the personal information.
(d)Retention: Company will establish a retention period for all personal information collected. This period may be related to legislation.
(e)Disclosure: Company will not disclose personal information unnecessarily to employees or any third party, unless the effected individual consents.
(f)Access: Company promotes individual’s right of access to personal information about themselves. The employer will provide access to information upon request. Access will be provided according to established procedures.
In order to keep service fees low, Company does not offer refunds on its services. In the case of over payment or adjustments made to your goods, please refer to duties and drawbacks with the CBP. In most cases, an application for a refund can be up to four years from the date the goods were accounted for. Self-adjustments must be submitted in writing.