What If Customs Disputes Your Export Valuation?

Most traders are familiar with the Appraisement Hierarchy for goods imported into the United States. In…

Standard vs. Routed Export Shipment: What’s the Difference?

I recently got a call from someone trying to gain a better understanding of the differences…

Using the Commerce Country Chart to Determine If You Need an Export License

In a previous blog post, I discussed what I had learned by attending a seminar cosponsored by the…

5 Reasons to Invest in Export Documentation Software

I spend much much of my day talking with people who want to learn more about…

Export Compliance: You Can Outsource Responsibility, but You Can’t Outsource Liability

In many ways, exporting is like hiring a marketing firm to represent you. With marketing, you…

Export Administration Regulations: Understanding Reasons for Control

In a previous article, I explained the export license determination process for exports of dual-use items…

What Is a Certificate of Analysis?

It’s not one of the most common export documents, but your foreign buyer may request a…

Shipping to Canada: What You Need to Know About CARM

If you are a Canadian importer or non-resident importer (NRI) you will want to get up…

Checking Lists Isn’t Enough for Export Compliance

I remember riding in the car with my children when they were learning to drive. Whenever…

Export License Determination: Understanding Reasons for Control and License Exceptions

Does my product require an export license? That's a question you should ask before every export.…