On: March 18, 2024 By: David Noah
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.
On: March 13, 2024 By: David Noah
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.
On: March 4, 2024 By: David Noah
Explore the potential and challenges of exporting to Germany, the fourth largest economy and the biggest EU consumer market. Learn about documentation, compliance, export controls and how to navigate regulations.
On: February 21, 2024 By: David Noah
There are five common payment options used for exports. With an open account, the exporter ships the goods and they are delivered before payment is due. This option is risky for the exporter and advantageous to the importer. However, it will make your exports more competitive.
On: February 7, 2024 By: David Noah
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.
On: January 31, 2024 By: David Noah
The United States’ relationship with Japan is complex. Its culture, large middle class, aging population and turbulent economic history make exporting to Japan both promising and difficult. Here are some benefits and considerations for companies looking to break into the Japanese market.
On: January 29, 2024 By: David Noah
Learn how to create a USMCA certificate of origin, and how to simplify the process and eliminate redundant data entry with Shipping Solutions. Every time you create a certificate of origin—whether once a year or more frequently—you will have a record of the certificates you’ve created.
On: January 24, 2024 By: David Noah
Here’s a roundup of the U.S. government’s best sites that can help exporters learn more about export documentation, promotion and regulations.
On: January 22, 2024 By: David Noah
While many people use the terms freight forwarder and NVOCC interchangeably, there are important differences. Even more confusingly, a freight forwarder may sometimes operate as an agent for an NVOCC. Learn the differences between the two and when to use one or the other.
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