On: February 4, 2026 By: Kari Crane
BIS gets a funding surge, CBP goes digital, forced labor reviews move to a new portal and the U.S. trade deficit nearly doubles—plus, major deals shift the tariff landscape and False Claims Act recoveries hit a record. It's only February, and trade policy is already rewriting the rules.
On: January 28, 2026 By: Kari Crane
What's the difference between duties, tariffs and taxes? We explain the costs you need to understand before importing or exporting and how to accurately calculate the true cost, or landed cost, of your goods, accounting for all the fees you'll need to pay.
On: January 26, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Learn what an Intermediate Consignee is, their role in international shipping, and how to report them in AES filings under the latest FTR rules (updated in 2025).
On: January 14, 2026 By: Kari Crane
The latest updates to the U.S. Foreign Trade Regulations clear up definitions, spell out what to do during AES downtime, walk through USPPI decision-making, and clarify routed transaction roles.
On: January 6, 2026 By: Kari Crane
HTS updates are delayed, customs enforcement is ramping up, half of U.S. imports dodge new tariffs, and the EU joins the crackdown on low-value imports—2026 trade is already off to a turbulent start.
On: January 5, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Have you heard someone mention Incoterms 2026? If that left you scratching your head, we explain what you need to understand about Incoterms and their role in defining buyer/seller responsibilities.
On: December 29, 2025 By: Kari Crane
We look back at the biggest developments in U.S. trade in 2025—tariffs, export controls, enforcement actions and what importers and exporters need to know for 2026.
On: December 22, 2025 By: Kari Crane
These were the top 10 international trade blog posts of 2025—plus the most-downloaded export guides and form templates. They'll give you the insights you need to export smarter in 2026.
On: December 17, 2025 By: Kari Crane
IEEPA tariff refunds may be coming in 2026—but only for importers who act. Track liquidation deadlines, file protests and prepare now to be ready if the Supreme Court strikes the tariffs.
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