International Trade Briefing: April 2025 [Video]

What Are the Top U.S. Imports? [2025]

As the world’s largest economy and one of the top trading nations, the United States relies…

When Should You Refuse to Complete the USMCA Certificate of Origin?

On July 1, 2020, the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) replaced the North American Free Trade Agreement…

EXIM’s Make More in America: Strengthening U.S. Export Capacity Through Domestic Investment

As global trade tensions persist and unpredictable tariffs reshape supply chains, U.S. manufacturers are increasingly looking…

International Trade Briefing: March 2025 [Video]

Stuck in Customs Limbo? How to Prevent Costly Shipping Delays

I often hear from frustrated exporters about shipments “stuck” in customs. The shipments may include critical…

6 Basic Steps for Export Compliance

Export compliance regulations don't just apply to the big guys. Even the smallest U.S. businesses that…

Wood Packaging Materials in International Export: Compliance and Best Practices

Wood packaging material (WPM) is an almost invisible but extremely important consideration for your shipping operation.…

The Importance of an Internal Transaction Number for Exporters

In the world of the Automated Export System (AES), acronyms abound. You’re probably familiar with FTR,…

The World’s Busiest Ports: Top Global and U.S. Shipping Hubs

Ever wonder what makes global trade tick? Look no further than the world’s busiest ports. These…