Autonomous Agent

Trade Agent — Autonomous Operations AI

An autonomous AI agent that automates trade compliance — HS classification, duty calculation, sanctions screening, and export control checks — so shipments clear customs faster with less risk.

The Problem It Solves

Trade compliance is a specialist function that most teams handle manually with spreadsheets and institutional knowledge. One misclassification triggers audits, delays, and penalties that dwarf the cost of automation.

Manual HS code classification with 5–15% error rates
Sanctions list screening done sporadically, not per-transaction
Duty drawback claims missed — leaving money on the table
$50K+
Average customs penalty per significant misclassification

How It Works

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Step 1

Classify

Reads product description and assigns HS code using AI + ruling library.

Step 2

Screen

Checks all parties against live sanctions, debarment, and restricted lists.

Step 3

Calculate

Computes applicable duties, VAT, and tariff preferences per trade lane.

Step 4

File / Alert

Prepares declaration data or escalates high-risk transactions for review.

Capabilities

AI-powered HS code classification with confidence scoring
Sanctions and denied-party screening (OFAC, EU, UN)
Duty and tariff preference calculation
Export control classification (EAR, ITAR flagging)
Duty drawback identification and claim preparation
Audit trail and compliance documentation generation

Data Sources

Product master and bill of materials
Customs tariff schedule databases
Live sanctions and denied-party lists
Trade agreement preference rules
Historical customs ruling library

Output

HS classification with confidence score and rationale
Sanctions screening clearance certificate
Duty and tariff calculation report
Export control risk flag
Drawback claim preparation pack
Compliance audit trail

Business Impact

Customs clearance delays–40%
Classification accuracy+35%
Compliance team time on routine tasks–70%
Duty drawback recovery+90%

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