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David Noah

David Noah

As president of Shipping Solutions, I've helped thousands of exporters more efficiently create accurate export documents and stay compliant with import-export regulations. Our Shipping Solutions software eliminates redundant data entry, which allows you to create your export paperwork up to five-times faster than using templates and reduces the chances of making the types of errors that could slow down your shipments and make it more difficult to get paid. I frequently write and speak on export documentation, regulations and compliance issues.

A Deeper Look: Non-U.S.-Based Parties Aren't Exempt from U.S. Sanctions and Export Controls [Video]

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On: April 10, 2024     By: David Noah

A Deeper Look: Non-U.S.-Based Parties Aren't Exempt from U.S. Sanctions and Export Controls [Video]

A Tri-Seal Compliance Note published by the Treasury, Commerce and Justice Departments warns foreign businesses that they must be aware of how U.S. sanctions and export controls apply to their operations. We talk with Marvin McPherson, an associate at Barnes/Richardson Global Trade Law, to discuss what you, as a U.S. importer or exporter, need to know about this update.

Export Codes: ECCN vs. HS, HTS and Schedule B

Export Compliance

On: March 18, 2024     By: David Noah

Export Codes: ECCN vs. HS, HTS and Schedule B

The Export Commodity Control Number and Harmonized System numbers are used to classify your products for international trade, but they have distinct purposes. Some codes are used for export control, others are used by customs to determine duty rates and others for collecting stats.

An Introduction to Incoterms

International Sales & Marketing

On: March 13, 2024     By: David Noah

An Introduction to Incoterms

U.S. companies are often unaware of the international commercial terms known as Incoterms. This article explains the history of Incoterms, when and why they should be used, and the responsibilities, risks and costs for the buyer and the seller under each of the 11 Incoterms 2020 rules.

Standard vs. Routed Export Shipment: What's the Difference?

Export Compliance

On: February 7, 2024     By: David Noah

Standard vs. Routed Export Shipment: What's the Difference?

There's a difference between a standard export shipment where the buyer arranges the international transportation and a routed export transaction where the forwarding agent is arranging the freight. Under the U.S. Foreign Trade Regulations, it impacts who is responsible for filing the EEI through AESDirect.

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