On: September 6, 2023 By: Roberto Bergami
Companies that import or export must learn to assess the risk of doing business with both the relevant country and a particular customer or supplier. Throughout this series of articles, you will learn to use publicly available data to research country and customer risk.
On: September 6, 2023 By: Kari Crane
International Trade Briefing keeps you on top of the latest news and developments important to exporters and importers. The September edition covers a ban on outbound investments, how more U.S. companies are looking beyond Chinese suppliers, Section 232 updates and more.
On: September 5, 2023 By: David Noah
In this episode of A Deeper Look, Michael Volkov of Volkov Law talks more about his blog post, 3M Corp Pays SEC $6.5 Million to Resolve FCPA Charges. He explains what companies need to do to ensure they're in compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
On: August 30, 2023 By: David Noah
If, in the course of doing business, you discover your company violated export regulations, you may want to consider filing an export compliance voluntary self-disclosure (VSD). New government policies include tougher penalties for non-disclosed cases and reward third parties that blow the whistle on competitors, so non-disclosure could be a particularly risky choice.
On: August 28, 2023 By: Sean Whitworth
Learn how to ship and package liquids for international transport. This article looks at the intermediate bulk container (IBC)—what liquids it can be used for, its advantages and disadvantages, and what to watch for when using one for your exports.
On: August 23, 2023 By: Mitch Kostoulakos
To export samples without customs delays, penalties or service issues, you need to understand the three Ds: Documentation, Description and Dollars.
On: August 21, 2023 By: David Noah
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.
On: August 16, 2023 By: John Goodrich
As an importer, you are required to retain records relative to your importing for five years from the date of entry. Use this checklist to teach staff how to audit an import file, and keep it to demonstrate that you have done your audit work and are in compliance.
On: August 14, 2023 By: David Noah
Under the Incoterms 2020 rules, Free Carrier (FCA) means the seller has fulfilled its obligation when the goods are loaded on the buyer's transport at their warehouse or made available to the buyer at a named place such as a freight forwarder's warehouse or a carrier's terminal. Learn more about the risks and responsibilities and get answers to FAQs.
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