On: March 6, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Tariffs after IEEPA are reshaping the policy playbook, U.S. trade hits a record $5.6 trillion while the deficit climbs to new highs, BIS pushes for tougher export penalties, and OFAC launches a new self-disclosure portal.
On: March 4, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Before you can decide if your product requires an export license, you need to check the reason(s) for control against the Commerce Country Chart. There are four factors that determine whether you need an export license: technical characteristics, destination, end use and end user.
On: March 2, 2026 By: David Noah
The Destination Control Statement is a legal statement required on your export invoice under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). It clarifies what happens to shipments, essentially stating that the buyer isn’t going to take the goods and forward them to another country.
On: February 25, 2026 By: David Noah
Learn how to identify the U.S. Principal Party in Interest (USPPI), understand routed export responsibilities and apply the 2025 Foreign Trade Regulation updates using real-world case studies.
On: February 23, 2026 By: David Noah
Learn the critical differences between CIF and FOB under Incoterms® 2020. Understand who pays for shipping, who carries the risk and how to choose the right term for your exports.
On: February 19, 2026 By: Lisa Nemer
Create a great signature for your Shipping Solutions export documents.
On: February 18, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Export Administration Regulations (EAR) reasons for control identify why exporting certain products to certain countries requires exporters to apply for an export license from the U.S. government. Often there is more than one reason. We explain what those reasons are and how they impact export licensing.
On: February 16, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Especially in the pharmaceutical, food and chemical industries, you might need to include a certificate of analysis (COA) with your shipping documents. Learn what a COA is, when it's required for exports or imports, what it includes and how to create one that meets compliance standards.
On: February 11, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Learn how to identify the Ultimate Consignee in various export scenarios, from straightforward sales to more complex routed transactions. You'll need to identify the Ultimate Consignee to stay compliant with the Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR) and properly file through the Automated Export System (AES).
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