On: February 15, 2021 By: Leslie Glick
Many companies weren't familiar with Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 until the Trump administration used it to impose tariffs on China beginning in 2018. A look at how companies were affected and the outlook under a new administration. This is the third part in our Section 301 series.
On: February 10, 2021 By: David Noah
May is World Trade Month in the United States, and the World Trade Month Association is publishing a calendar of international trade events held during the month. If your company or organization is hosting an event during May 2021, have it published in the directory for free.
On: February 8, 2021 By: Catherine J. Petersen
Regardless of where you are exporting, the seller needs to prepare and provide export documentation so the buyer can quickly clear customs. Some documents are required by all importing countries; others are country specific. In either case, the paperwork needs to be filled out correctly.
On: February 3, 2021 By: David Noah
To be a successful exporter, you need a solid understanding of the entire international shipping and logistics process. Here are four important considerations, related to the back end of the export process, that new exporters must consider as they begin their journey in international trade.
On: February 1, 2021 By: David Noah
Chambers of commerce are local organizations that promote, protect and represent the interests of businesses of all sizes—an important asset for exporters. Learn about the services they offer and how to find one that may be helpful to your needs.
On: January 27, 2021 By: David Noah
As an exporter, the Certificate of Free Sale is one document you may need—it states that your product is manufactured in the U.S. and available for sale without restrictions in the U.S. The president of the AWTCC answers your Certificate of Free Sale frequently asked questions.
On: January 25, 2021 By: Arnesh Roy
There's a lot to know about international trade. Here are answers to some of the most common questions I get when talking with exporters.
On: January 20, 2021 By: David Noah
Feeling overwhelmed by product classification? This article (and free webinar) walks you through correctly classifying products for import and export: Learn how to navigate the Harmonized System (HS), the seven best practices for classifying products and the differences between HTS and Schedule B.
On: January 18, 2021 By: Leslie Glick
The Special 301 Report by the USTR plays a key role in identifying trade barriers involving intellectual property, and even in its early days it was raising concerns about China. This is the second part of our series on Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974—a trade law used with increasing frequency during the Trump administration.
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