The Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) has released a new publication, “the essential guide to the U.S trade in materials from plant and wildlife products. This guide concentrates on gem materials that have been classified by international, federal, and/or state laws as protected. Readers will learn what is required to import and export these goods. Compliance with these legal standards will protect vulnerable species and help you to avoid enforcement actions. Violations of these laws can result in seizures or significant penalties, including costly fines and possible jail time.
Contents included in guide:
- Important laws governing the trade in protected species
- USFWS import/export license and filing declarations
- Exemptions for jewelry retailers and collectors
- Obtaining permits and filing declarations
- Penalties and fines
- State laws regarding endangered species