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 18, 2022 By: Kari Crane
At one time, shipping professionals were predicting a return to normal as pandemic pressures eased and the world got back to business. But the following supply chain facts show what importers and exporters now know: Supply chain pressures are here to stay.
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 29, 2022 By: Dr. Cheryl McCloud
Supply chain risk management is a way for companies to plan for and prepare to react to supply chain disruptions. Many disruptions companies face are out of their control—weather, global conflict, decisions made by third-party partners—but by anticipating disruptions and being prepared to react, companies can minimize the financial toll.
On: June 27, 2022 By: David Noah
A non-free trade agreement certificate of origin is a document issued by an exporter that confirms and certifies the country of origin of its products. It is issued by the exporter, stamped by a chamber of commerce and supported by a commercial invoice declaring the same information.
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: June 20, 2022 By: Kari Crane
These 23 facts about U.S. trade describe the challenges and opportunities exporters faced last year. They explain, in real numbers, the state of international trade and are worth keeping in mind as you plan your strategy through 2022 beyond.
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.
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