On: November 5, 2025 By: Robert Smith
Before you can ship dangerous goods by air, you need to complete the required transport documents: the air waybill and the IATA Dangerous Goods form, also known as the Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods. Learn when and how to complete the form, including a field-by-field description.
On: November 5, 2025 By: Kari Crane
China truce pauses rare earth export controls and U.S. tariff hikes; Canada trade talks collapse amid political dispute; BIS to suspend 50% Rule enforcement for one year; Supreme Court hears landmark case on IEEPA tariffs and potential refunds; and exporters brace for growing delays as the U.S. government shutdown passes one month.
On: November 3, 2025 By: Kari Crane
International trade is complex. Learn how an export management service can help you overcome compliance, tax and shipping challenges—without opening a foreign entity.
On: October 29, 2025 By: David Noah
Learn how to apply for an export license using SNAP-R, the BIS’s online system. This step-by-step guide walks U.S. exporters through registration, filing, tracking and compliance tips to streamline the process and avoid delays.
On: October 27, 2025 By: David Noah
Most U.S. exports are regulated by the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) administered by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS). Learn how to navigate the EAR—from ECCNs and the Commerce Country Chart to the new BIS 50% Rule.
On: October 22, 2025 By: John Goodrich
Thinking about becoming a U.S. Customs Broker? Learn about the exam, eligibility and what to expect from someone who's been through it.
On: October 20, 2025 By: David Noah
Under the Incoterms 2020 rules, DAP means the seller is responsible for delivering the goods to the place on the buyer's side agreed upon by both parties, at which point risk transfers to the buyer. Understand more about buyer and seller responsibilities, risks, and when to use DAP in shipping.
On: October 15, 2025 By: Arnesh Roy
U.S. export regulations make it illegal to do business with people, companies and organizations that have been put on any of the government's many restricted party (also known as denied party) lists. Restricted party screening software makes it easy to quickly check the 140-plus lists.
On: October 13, 2025 By: David Noah
There are five common payment options used for exports. Letters of credit (LCs) are one of the most secure instruments available to international traders. They can protect the interests of both the exporter (seller) and the importer (buyer). But they can be time-consuming and expensive to use.
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