On: December 18, 2023 By: Arnesh Roy
Reasons for control identify why exporting certain products to certain countries requires exporters to apply for an export license from the U.S. government. Often there is more than one reason. We explain what those reasons are.
On: December 11, 2023 By: Kari Crane
Especially in the pharmaceutical, food and chemical industries, you might need to include a certificate of analysis (COA) with your export documents. Learn who needs one, how to create one and the essential information it should contain—along with the consequences of noncompliance.
On: November 20, 2023 By: David Noah
A strong export compliance program includes checking all the parties in an export transaction against the more than 125 U.S. restricted party or denied party lists. Shipping Solutions' Restricted Party Screening Wizard makes checking those lists quick and easy.
On: November 13, 2023 By: Arnesh Roy
The process for determining whether a product requires an export license depends on identifying the proper Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) and determining export destination. You can make a determination by thumbing through the regulations or relying on export compliance software.
On: September 27, 2023 By: Lindsay Bernsen Wardlaw
Your exports may not appear to have a military application, but they could still be controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations due to ITAR’s “see-through” rule. When an ITAR-controlled part is placed in your dual-use item, licensing restrictions could apply. And you might be surprised by some of the items that are considered defense articles.
On: September 25, 2023 By: Sean Whitworth
Exporters looking to ship liquids internationally should consider the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) tank, especially when shipping in large quantities. This article is one in a series explaining exporters' options for shipping liquids.
On: September 11, 2023 By: Kari Crane
Nonprofits shipping goods internationally for humanitarian causes are bound by the same export regulations as any other business, however there are some exemptions in place to facilitate their work. We explain the key export regulations that nonprofits need to understand and provide resources for exporting.
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 9, 2023 By: Lindsay Bernsen Wardlaw
If your product contains more than a de minimis amount of U.S.-origin content, or if your product is made in a facility using equipment that was produced using U.S. know-how, you may need a U.S. export license—even if production and shipment occur completely outside the U.S. Learn how to conduct a de minimis assessment to determine if these rules apply to your product.
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