On: June 11, 2025 By: Lisa Nemer
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Learn how to access and run free export reports in the ACE Portal. Exporters can track EEI filings—by themselves or others—using ACE’s reporting tools.
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On: June 9, 2025 By: David Noah
NVOCC vs. Freight Forwarder: What's the Difference?
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
USPPI vs. Exporter: What's the Difference?
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.
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On: June 4, 2025 By: Kari Crane
International Trade Briefing: June 2025 [Video]
A federal court strikes down key Trump-era tariffs, raising big questions for trade strategy. Plus, U.S.-China tensions escalate with new tech export bans, DOJ ramps up customs enforcement and Commerce weighs a shift in how duties are calculated. Your June briefing is here!
On: June 2, 2025 By: David Noah
5 Things Every Exporter Should Worry About
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.
On: May 28, 2025 By: David Noah
How to File Your EEI through ACE and AESDirect
The U.S. requires exporters to submit Electronic Export Information (EEI) on shipments to most foreign destinations if those shipments are valued at more than $2,500. In this article, we answer the most frequently asked questions about filing EEI through AESDirect on the ACE platform.
On: May 28, 2025 By: Kari Crane
A Deeper Look: Understanding Reciprocal Tariffs
Get a clear, in-depth look at reciprocal tariffs—what they are, how they can be used and what they mean for U.S. importers. The final part in our four-part A Deeper Look video series for Passages Premium members.
On: May 21, 2025 By: David Noah
7 Essential Resources for Completing Export Documents
When it comes to completing export documents, one of the first questions you might ask is: Where do I start? These seven resources will help you determine what export forms you need to create, what information you need to include, and what they should look like. It never hurts to ask for help.
On: May 21, 2025 By: Kari Crane
A Deeper Look: Understanding IEEPA and Presidential Tariff Power
Get a clear, in-depth look at IEEPA and presidential tariff power—what it means, how it can be used and what it mean for U.S. importers. Part three of our four-part A Deeper Look video series for Passages Premium members.
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