On: September 26, 2022 By: Arnesh Roy
There are three different parties who may be able to file the electronic export information (EEI) through the Automated Export System (AES). Learn who they are, when the EEI needs to be filed and how to file.
On: August 10, 2022 By: Kari Crane
The U.S. State Department's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) issued two open general licenses (OGLs) authorizing the reexports and retransfers of most unclassified defense articles to preapproved parties in Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom.
On: July 25, 2022 By: Kari Crane
The Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR) definitions for U.S. Principal Party in Interest (USPPI) Address and State of Origin are almost identical, yet the U.S. Census Bureau says many exporters aren't correctly reporting this data when filing through AES. Here's what you need to understand.
On: July 11, 2022 By: Leslie Glick
The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act creates a rebuttable presumption that goods produced in whole or in part in the Xinjiang region of China are produced with forced labor and therefore prohibited from importation. CBP has issued guidance to help importers comply with the new law.
On: July 6, 2022 By: Kari Crane
Most exporters use freight forwarders to manage international transportation for their goods. But, especially with shipping costs on the rise, you may wonder if you could save money by booking container space on your own. Before attempting to take on the role of freight forwarder, consider these four points.
On: June 22, 2022 By: David Noah
Also called an import-export coordinator or a logistics coordinator, an export coordinator is the point person for ensuring a company’s international cargo, goods and products are shipped in the most timely, efficient and compliant manner. When is the right time to hire one for your company?
On: April 11, 2022 By: David Noah
Passages are an opportunity to move forward, improve our knowledge and prepare for what's next. That's why we've renamed our blog Passages: The International Trade Blog. We want the name to reflect how our blog helps people find answers, improve understanding and advance their careers.
On: April 4, 2022 By: Arnesh Roy
From maintaining an export compliance manual and running internal audits to understanding product classification and license determination, these are nine aspects of export compliance that successful exporters should know. They'll protect your bottom line and keep you out of trouble with customs.
On: March 16, 2022 By: David Noah
N.E.S., or not elsewhere specified, is an important term to understand when determining the proper Export Commodity Control Number (ECCN) classification of your products for export compliance. Find out what it means and how it plays a role in the classification process.
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