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Export Compliance

On: February 4, 2026 By: David Noah

Trade Compliance Guide 2026: Essential Requirements for International Trade Success

This comprehensive guide breaks down everything you need to know to navigate trade compliance in 2026: the latest U.S. import and export regulations, restricted party screening, product classification, and the key differences between export and import compliance. You'll also learn how to build an effective trade compliance program. Plus, take our quick Trade Compliance Quiz to test your knowledge.

Export Compliance

On: January 26, 2026 By: Kari Crane

Who Is the Intermediate Consignee?

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).

Export Compliance

On: January 21, 2026 By: David Noah

Standard vs. Routed Export Transactions: What U.S. Exporters Need to Know

Confused about standard vs. routed export transactions? Learn who files the EEI in both scenarios, how responsibilities change, why Incoterms can mislead exporters, and how to ensure compliance in a routed transaction.

What Exporters Need to Know About 2025 Changes to the U.S. Foreign Trade Regulations

Export Compliance

On: January 14, 2026 By: Kari Crane

What Exporters Need to Know About 2025 Changes to the U.S. Foreign Trade Regulations

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.

Export Compliance

On: January 12, 2026 By: David Noah

EAR99 Isn't a Free Pass for Export Compliance

Learn why EAR99 doesn’t eliminate export compliance risks. Understand license requirements, sanctions, red flags, restricted party screening and how to stay compliant with U.S. export regulations.

Top International Trade Stories of 2025 and What They Mean for 2026

Export Compliance

On: December 29, 2025 By: Kari Crane

Surprise! You May Be an Exporter without Even Knowing It

Learn how you could be an exporter under U.S. law—without shipping a single product. This guide explains deemed exports, EAR compliance, ECCNs and how to avoid costly violations when sharing technology with foreign nationals.

Export Compliance

On: December 10, 2025 By: David Noah

ITAR Compliance Program: 7 Core Requirements from DDTC Guidelines

Learn the 7 core elements of an ITAR compliance program from DDTC's 2023 guidelines. Essential guidance for defense exporters on training and recordkeeping.

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