Kari Crane

Kari Crane

Kari Crane is the editor of Passages: The International Trade Blog. Kari joined Shipping Solutions after working as an editor, writer and designer at a major market newspaper in Texas. Kari has spent her career finding different ways to tell stories and make complex topics easy-to-understand, so she loves helping importers and exporters understand how to navigate the complex world of international trade.

On: November 14, 2024     By: Kari Crane

Who Is the Intermediate Consignee?

The Intermediate Consignee plays a key role in ensuring the smooth transit of goods between countries. This often-overlooked third party helps facilitate compliance with regulations and ensures shipments reach their final destination without delays. Identifying the Intermediate Consignee is crucial for properly filing through the Automated Export System (AES).

On: November 13, 2024     By: Kari Crane

Lacey Act Compliance: A Guide for Importers

If you import goods that contain paper, wood or plant-based materials, you may need to file a Lacey Act declaration. And later this year even more products will fall under the jurisdiction of the Lacey Act. Learn about its purpose, enforcement and how to meet your compliance responsibilities.

On: November 6, 2024     By: Kari Crane

International Trade Briefing: November 2024 [Video]

Catch up on the latest developments in international trade in this November edition of International Trade Briefing. We cover key updates including Canada's CARM launch, new BIS restrictions on exports, changes to CBP air cargo regulations, and the EU's tariffs on Chinese EV imports. Watch now to see what these changes mean for U.S. exporters.

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: October 9, 2024     By: Kari Crane

International Trade Briefing: October 2024 [Video]

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.

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