How to Expand into the US without Breaking Compliance Rules

U.S. sales tax differs greatly from VAT, with 13,000+ jurisdictions, frequent rate changes, and consumer use tax risks—making compliance highly complex for foreign businesses entering the U.S. market.
Understanding and monitoring nexus—including physical, economic, affiliate, and click-through—is essential for determining sales tax obligations and avoiding penalties or unexpected liabilities in U.S. states.
Marketplaces like Amazon may collect tax on behalf of sellers, but businesses must still track sales to determine if they’ve triggered economic nexus and comply with state-specific reporting rules.
Tax automation software helps businesses accurately calculate and apply correct U.S. tax rates in real-time, reducing compliance risks and streamlining customer checkout experiences across multiple jurisdictions.
Correctly classifying products using HS codes is vital for avoiding customs delays, penalties, or blocked shipments, especially with varying classifications across regions and evolving tariff rules like Trump-era duties.
Automated tools simplify HS code assignment and real-time tariff calculations, ensuring goods move efficiently through customs and minimizing unexpected charges for both the seller and the customer.
Failing to comply with U.S. tax laws can result in audits, penalties, and reputational damage. Using automation for research, registration, calculation, and filing improves accuracy and scalability.