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McNeese Customs & Commerce provides strategic regulatory and trade compliance advisory to companies in the Fashion & Accessories, Food, Alcoholic Beverages, Cosmetics & Fragrances, and Dietary Supplements sectors.

We support organizations in strengthening compliance frameworks, managing regulatory risk, and preparing for cross-border trade requirements in the United States, Canada, the European Union, and Switzerland.

Our role is consultative and strategic: we help clients interpret regulatory requirements, align internal controls, and navigate complex international markets with confidence.

Fashion & Accessories

Regulatory compliance is a key enabler of brand protection, market access, and long-term competitiveness in the fashion and accessories sector. We support companies operating in this industry through strategic, advisory guidance focused on customs, trade, and regulatory compliance frameworks applicable to global supply chains.

Our advisory services for the fashion and accessories sector include:

Customs compliance risk assessment and advisory support
Guidance on customs compliance frameworks, internal controls, and risk awareness for fashion and accessories imports and exports.
Tariff classification advisory
Consultative support in assessing tariff classification approaches for apparel, footwear, and accessories.
Origin advisory services
Advisory evaluation of preferential and non-preferential origin considerations relevant to trade agreements and sourcing strategies.
Customs valuation advisory
Advisory support on valuation frameworks, including transfer pricing alignment, royalties and licensing fee considerations, and First Sale feasibility analysis.

Food

Navigating the complexities of the food production, importation and exportation requires expert knowledge of international trade regulations. Martin McNeese studied Canadian Food Law and is the Head Delegate of the European Food Law Association (EFLA). With memberships in reputable associations such as the Canadian Association of Food Law Policy (CAFLP), the UIA Agrifood Commission and New York’s Specialty Food Association, we possess the knowledge needed to successfully handle buyer’s foreign supplier qualification process.
We offer comprehensive support for exporting to the USA, Canada, the EU and Switzerland. From FDA Food Safety Plans (FSP) and CFIA Preventive Control Plans (PCP) to assistance with product labeling requirements and facility registrations, our services cover every aspect of regulatory compliance. Whether it’s understanding FDA regulations or complying with EU’s General Food Law Regulation, we ensure that your food products meet the highest standards of safety and quality.

Alcoholic Beverages

The alcoholic beverages market is extremely vast, requiring a thorough grasp of regulations at different levels. Martin McNeese is an instructor for Wine, Spirits, and Beer law and a member of various prestigious associations related to the industry. Another partner in the firm is a member of the Italian Association of Sommeliers (AIS).
From understanding FDA’s alcohol labeling requirements to navigating EU’s regulations on allergens and health claims, we have the skills to help your products enter the USA, Canadian, and EU markets seamlessly and ensure compliance with FDA, TTB, CFIA, and EU regulations.

Cosmetics & Fragrances

Compliance in this industry is essential, considering the diverse regulations across jurisdictions. Martin McNeese has undergone fragrance training in France and Italy, enabling us to provide tailored compliance solutions.
From tackling FDA’s Cosmetic Regulations and EU’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Certification to ensuring compliance with Health Canada’s labeling regulations, we cover all aspects of cosmetics and fragrances compliance for the USA, Canadian, and EU markets. Our services include pre-market approval support, labeling assistance, and product and facility registration to confirm your products meet the highest standards of safety and quality.

Dietary Supplements

Operating in the dietary supplements sector requires a clear understanding of complex regulatory frameworks and careful compliance planning across multiple jurisdictions. We support companies active in this market through strategic, advisory guidance focused on regulatory interpretation, compliance readiness, and market-access planning.

Our advisory services assist organizations in navigating regulatory requirements applicable to dietary and food supplements in the United States, Canada, and the European Union, with particular attention to differences in regulatory approach across jurisdictions.

Our advisory support includes:

Regulatory framework interpretation
Advisory guidance on applicable regulations governing dietary and food supplements, including product classification considerations across markets.
Claims and marketing advisory
Consultative support on the assessment of permissible claims and communications, aligned with applicable regulatory expectations.
Labeling and ingredient compliance advisory
Advisory review of labeling elements and ingredient considerations to support alignment with relevant regulatory requirements.
Market-specific compliance readiness
Support in understanding pre-market and post-market regulatory expectations, including EU-specific requirements and U.S. regulatory considerations for specialized product categories.

Disclaimer: All services are providedexclusively in an advisory and preparatory capacity, supporting informed decision-making and compliance planning for international market entry and expansion.