On: December 20, 2023 By: David Noah
Hiring a third-party vendor to help with your export process might be a good idea, but it doesn't relieve you of your export compliance responsibilities. You're still on the hook. If you’re not taking charge of your export compliance, you’re risking a lot. Here are some things to remember.
On: December 18, 2023 By: Arnesh Roy
Reasons for control identify why exporting certain products to certain countries requires exporters to apply for an export license from the U.S. government. Often there is more than one reason. We explain what those reasons are.
On: December 11, 2023 By: Kari Crane
Especially in the pharmaceutical, food and chemical industries, you might need to include a certificate of analysis (COA) with your export documents. Learn who needs one, how to create one and the essential information it should contain—along with the consequences of noncompliance.
On: December 6, 2023 By: Mitch Kostoulakos
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) project is a multi-year digital initiative that will change how CBSA collects duties and taxes for goods imported into Canada. Here's what you need to know to prepare for its rollout next year.
On: November 20, 2023 By: David Noah
A strong export compliance program includes checking all the parties in an export transaction against the more than 125 U.S. restricted party or denied party lists. Shipping Solutions' Restricted Party Screening Wizard makes checking those lists quick and easy.
On: November 13, 2023 By: Arnesh Roy
The process for determining whether a product requires an export license depends on identifying the proper Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) and determining export destination. You can make a determination by thumbing through the regulations or relying on export compliance software.
On: October 23, 2023 By: Kari Crane
If you import goods that contain paper, wood or plant-based materials, you may need to file a Lacey Act declaration. And later this year even more products will fall under the jurisdiction of the Lacey Act. Learn about its purpose, enforcement and how to meet your compliance responsibilities.
On: October 16, 2023 By: Matthew Silverman
Learn about the benefits of a champions network for trade compliance and how to build one in your organization. We explain the benefits, DOJ recommendations and a practical, six-step blueprint to harness the influence of trusted peers to spread compliance policies, programs and initiatives.
On: October 2, 2023 By: Arnesh Roy
Don't be overwhelmed by the hundreds of international shipping terms. We've published a glossary of more than 250 trade terms used by importers and exporters. Bookmark this page and refer to it when you stumble across a word or acronym that has you stumped.
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