On: February 18, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Export Administration Regulations (EAR) 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 and how they impact export licensing.
On: February 16, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Especially in the pharmaceutical, food and chemical industries, you might need to include a certificate of analysis (COA) with your shipping documents. Learn what a COA is, when it's required for exports or imports, what it includes and how to create one that meets compliance standards.
On: February 11, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Learn how to identify the Ultimate Consignee in various export scenarios, from straightforward sales to more complex routed transactions. You'll need to identify the Ultimate Consignee to stay compliant with the Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR) and properly file through the Automated Export System (AES).
On: February 4, 2026 By: Kari Crane
BIS gets a funding surge, CBP goes digital, forced labor reviews move to a new portal and the U.S. trade deficit nearly doubles—plus, major deals shift the tariff landscape and False Claims Act recoveries hit a record. It's only February, and trade policy is already rewriting the rules.
On: January 28, 2026 By: Kari Crane
What's the difference between duties, tariffs and taxes? We explain the costs you need to understand before importing or exporting and how to accurately calculate the true cost, or landed cost, of your goods, accounting for all the fees you'll need to pay.
On: January 26, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Learn what an Intermediate Consignee is, their role in international shipping, and how to report them in AES filings under the latest FTR rules (updated in 2025).
On: January 14, 2026 By: Kari Crane
The latest updates to the U.S. Foreign Trade Regulations clear up definitions, spell out what to do during AES downtime, walk through USPPI decision-making, and clarify routed transaction roles.
On: January 6, 2026 By: Kari Crane
HTS updates are delayed, customs enforcement is ramping up, half of U.S. imports dodge new tariffs, and the EU joins the crackdown on low-value imports—2026 trade is already off to a turbulent start.
On: January 5, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Have you heard someone mention Incoterms 2026? If that left you scratching your head, we explain what you need to understand about Incoterms and their role in defining buyer/seller responsibilities.
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