On: March 9, 2026 By: David Noah
What Is a Certificate of Free Sale and How Do You Get One?
Learn what a Certificate of Free Sale is, who needs one, how to apply, costs and requirements for U.S. exporters.
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On: February 16, 2026 By: Kari Crane
What Is a Certificate of Analysis?
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: December 22, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Top 10 International Trade Blog Posts of 2025
These were the top 10 international trade blog posts of 2025—plus the most-downloaded export guides and form templates. They'll give you the insights you need to export smarter in 2026.
On: November 24, 2025 By: David Noah
The Chamber of Commerce and Export Documents: The Certificate of Origin
Learn how chambers of commerce certify non-preferential certificates of origin; how the electronic process works; why ICC-accredited chambers ensure faster, more reliable export documentation; and how to sign up and apply for an electronic certificate of origin (eCO).
On: November 5, 2025 By: Robert Smith
Creating the IATA Dangerous Goods Form: The Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods
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.
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On: October 8, 2025 By: Kari Crane
How to Export from the U.S. to the EU: Overcoming Customs, VAT and Compliance Hurdles [Webinar Recap]
Learn how to export from the U.S. to the EU without setting up a European entity. This webinar recap covers VAT, customs, compliance challenges—and how to overcome them.
On: September 29, 2025 By: David Noah
Buying Export Documentation Software: How Templates, Software & Enterprise Systems Compare
In this article, we’ll look at different ways for exporters to complete export documentation—manually through templates and documents, or through various types of software—and which method is best for small businesses, midsize businesses and larger companies.
On: August 4, 2025 By: David Noah
The Not-So-Sexy Checklist for Becoming a Successful Exporter
Learn the 9 essential steps every exporter must take before shipping internationally—from product classification and Incoterms to compliance, freight forwarders and getting paid. A must-read checklist for new and growing U.S. exporters.
On: July 30, 2025 By: David Noah
6 Reasons Exporters Are Frustrated with Their ERP's Export Module
Many Shipping Solutions users started with our software as a temporary fix during ERP implementation—then chose to stick with it. Here are six reasons they prefer us over their ERP’s export module.
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