On: April 2, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Catch up on the latest trade news in the April edition of International Trade Briefing. We cover record-high imports driven by tariff uncertainty, new moves to tighten control over trade regulations, and growing pushback against a $1.5 million fee on Chinese-built ships.
On: March 10, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Catch up on the latest trade news in the March edition of International Trade Briefing. This month’s updates include tariff changes, shifts in FCPA enforcement, federal workforce cuts impacting export services, potential fees on Chinese-built ships, Jamieson Greer’s confirmation as U.S. Trade Representative and extended OFAC recordkeeping requirements.
On: February 12, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Phase VII of the Lacey Act is now in effect, requiring importers to file declarations for over 250 new plant-based HTS codes. Learn what products are impacted, how to stay compliant and what this means for your supply chain. Plus, get a look ahead at Phase VIII.
On: February 5, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Catch up on the latest trade news in the February edition of International Trade Briefing. We cover major trade shifts on tariffs and sanctions, new AI chip export controls and license exceptions, relaxed Syria sanctions following regime collapse, a new fillable form for Voluntary Self-Disclosures launching in March, and Mexico easing textile import restrictions under IMMEX.
On: January 13, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Catch up on the latest trade news in the January edition of International Trade Briefing. We cover BIS tightening export controls on semiconductor equipment, updates to the Boycott Requester List, and changes to AES filing requirements for 2025. Plus, learn about new Section 321 value warnings and the USTR’s investigation into Nicaragua’s labor practices. We also break down Phase VII of the Lacey Act enforcement and Mexico’s new apparel import ban under IMMEX. Watch now to see how these updates could impact your business!
On: January 1, 2025 By: Kari Crane
When it comes to export compliance, End-User Certificates (EUCs)—like Form BIS-711—can be an essential tool for proving due diligence and preventing unauthorized access to your exported goods. But when are they required? And how do you know when using an EUC is just good business?
On: December 9, 2024 By: Kari Crane
Catch up on the latest trade news in the December edition of International Trade Briefing. We cover President-elect Trump’s proposed import tariffs, new BIS export controls on Pakistan, updates to Foreign Trade Regulations and delayed EU deforestation rules. Plus, get details on CBP’s revised origin document guidance and changes to the SNAP-R system. Watch now to see what these updates mean for your business!
On: November 6, 2024 By: Kari Crane
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: November 5, 2024 By: Kari Crane
Upcoming changes to de minimis rules will affect U.S. exporters and importers by tightening exemptions for low-value shipments. In this episode of A Deeper Look, we explains the de minimis exemption, the reasons for new restrictions and the steps U.S. businesses should take to stay compliant.
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