On: July 9, 2025 By: David Noah
The export declaration form, also known as the Shipper’s Export Declaration or SED, needs to be avoided. It's an obsolete export document that doesn't include all the information required for filing through AESDirect, and it leaves you vulnerable to errors. Here’s what to do instead.
On: July 7, 2025 By: David Noah
Here are five essential tips to effectively organize your export paperwork for timely shipments, compliance with regulations and efficient record-keeping for your international trade operations.
On: July 2, 2025 By: David Noah
U.S. exporters need to identify the correct 10-digit Schedule B codes for their products as part of their export compliance responsibilities. The Schedule B search engine can help. Don't ignore this important step, because using the wrong code may result in fines and other penalties.
On: June 25, 2025 By: David Noah
Under the Incoterms 2020 rules, CIP means the seller is responsible for delivering the goods to the first carrier, at which point risk transfers to the buyer. The seller is responsible for the transportation and insurance costs for delivering goods at least to the named place of destination.
On: June 23, 2025 By: David Noah
It's easy to get frustrated by how long it takes to complete your export documents. Companies can spend more than two hours creating paperwork for every single export shipment. What a waste! Here are five suggestions for speeding up the export documentation process.
On: June 18, 2025 By: David Noah
Learn how to qualify your goods for duty-free treatment under CAFTA-DR. This guide explains rules of origin, regional value content and documentation requirements for U.S. exporters trading with Central America and the Dominican Republic.
On: June 9, 2025 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.
On: June 4, 2025 By: David Noah
Think 'exporter' and 'USPPI' mean the same thing? Think again. Misunderstanding the difference could put your export compliance at risk. Learn the critical distinction every U.S. exporter needs to know.
On: June 2, 2025 By: David Noah
It’s easier than ever to sell goods anywhere in the world. But that doesn’t mean you’re ready. There's a lot to know before you get promoted from accidental exporter to professional exporter. Here are 5 things you should worry about before you market, sell and ship goods internationally.
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