International Air Freight—An Overview

As the global economy continues to grow, buyers will continue to expect the rapid transit of…

Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS): How to Use It

As an exporter, you’re probably familiar with the Harmonized System (HS) and Schedule B codes, but…

23 Crazy U.S. Trade Facts That You Won’t Believe Are Real

The last few years have been filled with highs and lows for U.S. businesses involved in…

DDTC Rules OK Retransfer, Reexport of Some Defense Articles to UK, Canada, Australia

The U.S. State Department’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) published two open general licenses (OGLs)…

Understanding U.S. Principal Party in Interest (USPPI)

In the fall of 2000, the U. S. Census Bureau updated the Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR)…

When Do You Need a Certificate of Free Sale for Your Exports?

It's funny how you can go for years without knowing what something is and then all…

Electronic Export Information (EEI) Filing: What Is It?

Are you adrift in the sea of export acronyms? Like many industries there are scores of…

Customs and Trade Law Weekly Snpashot

Here is a recap of the latest customs and international trade law news: U.S. Customs and…

Incoterms Comparison: DDP vs. DAP—What’s the Difference?

The Incoterms DDP and DAP are very similar: Both deal with all types of transport, and…

Exporters Filing Through AES: USPPI Address and State of Origin Should Match

If you export goods valued at more than $2,500 per Schedule B number to anywhere other…