On: May 7, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Get a clear, in-depth look at Section 301 tariffs—what they are, how they’re used and what they mean for U.S. importers. Part one of our four-part A Deeper Look video series for Passages Premium members.
On: May 5, 2025 By: David Noah
Under the Incoterms 2020 rules, Free On Board (FOB) means the seller has fulfilled its obligation when the goods are loaded on the vessel nominated by the buyer. This term should only be used for sea and inland waterway transport and usually only for non-containerized bulk cargo, such as oil or grain.
On: May 5, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Watch the May 2025 International Trade Briefing for key updates on sweeping U.S. trade policy changes, new tariffs, de minimis shifts and legal battles over presidential trade powers—plus why BIS is urging exporters to get End-Use Certificates, even for low-risk EAR99 shipments.
On: April 30, 2025 By: David Noah
Routed export transactions shift control and increase compliance risk: Learn who files (or doesn't file) the EEI, what risks you still carry, why forwarder choice matters, and how to protect your export shipments.
On: April 28, 2025 By: David Noah
Duty drawback is one of the least understood and most underutilized programs available to U.S. exporters. If they qualify, exporters can use the duty drawback program to reclaim up to 99% of the duties they paid on their imported goods.
On: April 23, 2025 By: David Noah
Not sure when to use an HS code vs. a Schedule B number? You’re not alone. Many U.S. exporters use the terms interchangeably—but getting them wrong can lead to compliance issues, shipping delays and incorrect AESDirect filings.
On: April 21, 2025 By: David Noah
To succeed in global markets, your entire team needs to understand exporting. Here are six departments within your company that need export training—and why an Export Compliance Program (ECP) is essential for reducing risk and keeping your company compliant.
On: April 16, 2025 By: David Noah
Proforma and commercial invoices may look alike, but they serve very different purposes in the export process. Using the wrong form—or filling it out incorrectly—can delay your exports. We break down the key differences, explain when to use each one and provide tools to help you complete them accurately every time.
On: April 14, 2025 By: David Noah
Learn what CPT (Carriage Paid To) means under Incoterms 2020, including who pays for freight, when risk transfers, and responsibilities for customs clearance. CPT places more risk on the buyer than many realize—even though the seller pays for freight.
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