On: April 9, 2025     By: David Noah

Navigating Tariff Chaos: Strategies for Importers and Exporters

Overwhelmed by shifting tariffs? Learn practical strategies to help importers and exporters stay profitable—even when trade policies keep changing. From assessing exposure with a Landed Cost Calculator to leveraging Foreign Trade Zones and smart inventory management, these insights will help you navigate tariff volatility with confidence.

On: March 24, 2025     By: David Noah

When Should You Refuse to Complete the USMCA Certificate of Origin?

The decision to participate in USMCA isn’t always a slam dunk—especially now, with talk of tariffs on Canada and Mexico raising questions about the agreement’s future. However, understanding how free trade certificates of origin work remains essential for exporters. Here are five reasons you may decide not to complete a USMCA Certificate of Origin.

On: October 30, 2024     By: Kari Crane

The USMCA and Other Free Trade Agreements [Webinar Recap]

Want to give your business a competitive edge in global markets? Free trade agreements (FTAs) can help. In this article, we’ve pulled together the key takeaways from our recent webinar, The USMCA and Other Free Trade Agreements. You’ll learn how FTAs can help cut costs and get a handle on compliance, rules of origin and your responsibilities as an exporter.

On: March 11, 2024     By: Kari Crane

How to Determine Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Qualification

U.S. exports to FTA partner countries thrive, yet 70% of companies miss out, often because they find qualification too confusing. We explain the three primary ways goods can qualify for preferential treatment, including how to use the tariff shift method and the regional value content (RVC) method.

On: February 19, 2024     By: Kari Crane

How to Identify and Apply FTA Rules of Origin

Unlocking the benefits of free trade agreements (FTAs) often hinges on one crucial factor: rules of origin (ROOs). But their complexity often holds companies back. This article is your guide to understanding, locating and applying ROOs to your products.

On: February 5, 2024     By: Kari Crane

How to Determine Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Tariff Rates

Leveraging free trade agreements (FTAs) can improve your bottom line and open up market access. When determining if your goods qualify for preferential treatment—and if using an FTA is worth the effort—the first step is finding the tariff rate for your goods using the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

On: November 27, 2023     By: David Noah

Exporting to Canada: What You Need to Know

Canada is often the first place many U.S. exporters look to share their goods. This article looks at the history of U.S. trade with Canada, how NAFTA and now the USMCA have altered trade with Canada, the process of exporting to Canada, and considerations for breaking into the Canadian market.

On: August 21, 2023     By: David Noah

Exporting to Mexico: What You Need to Know

For many U.S. companies, Mexico offers an exciting opportunity for exporting their goods and services. This article looks at the history of U.S. trade with Mexico; the impact of the USMCA on trade; the process of exporting to Mexico; and considerations for entering the Mexican market.

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