On: October 21, 2024 By: David Noah
An international sales contract is an agreement between a buyer and a seller that identifies the parties in the transaction, the goods being sold, the terms of the sale, and the price to be paid. While most exporters and importers don't create a formal written contract, there are many reasons why you should.
On: October 19, 2024 By: Lisa Nemer
Learn how to create a Certificate of Origin on the EZ Start—Free Trade Agreement Screen in Shipping Solutions Export Software.
On: October 16, 2024 By: Kari Crane
Learn the ins and outs of exporting samples and repaired goods in international trade, including proper documentation, customs compliance and minimizing duties. Watch the webinar recording to learn more.
On: October 16, 2024 By: Kari Crane
The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) recently made significant changes to its policies regarding voluntary self-disclosures and penalty determinations for export violations. These updates include harsher penalties for companies who choose not to self-disclose their violations.
On: October 14, 2024 By: David Noah
There are five common payment options used for exports. Letters of credit (LCs) are one of the most secure instruments available to international traders. They can protect the interests of both the exporter (seller) and the importer (buyer). But they can be time-consuming and expensive to use.
On: October 12, 2024 By: Lisa Nemer
If you are having problems printing export forms from the Shipping Solutions export documentation and compliance software, here are the three most common reasons and how to fix them.
On: October 9, 2024 By: David Noah
A Certificate of Free Sale is a document that indicates a particular product is marketed in the United States or is eligible for export, and that the particular manufacturer has no unresolved enforcement actions pending before or taken by the FDA. You can apply for one online.
On: October 9, 2024 By: Kari Crane
This month: Impact of the U.S. Port Strike; Section 301 Tariff Increases Effective September 27; BIS Updates Voluntary Self-Disclosure Rules; New BIS Export Controls on Emerging Tech; Updated Guidelines for Deemed Export Licenses; Concerns Grow Over EU Deforestation Regulation Ahead of December Implementation; Update on De Minimis Entry Changes; U.S. Moves Toward Possible Trade Restrictions on Canada Over Digital Service Tax; New CTPAT Benefit for Forced Labor Detentions; OFAC Extends Recordkeeping Requirements.
On: October 7, 2024 By: David Noah
Discovering a violation of export regulations in your business? Filing a Voluntary Self-Disclosure (VSD) could mitigate penalties. With new government policies imposing tougher consequences for non-disclosure and rewarding whistleblowers, addressing violations promptly is more crucial than ever.
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