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A Deeper Look: Ramifications of a Recent Court Decision on Determining the Country of Origin for Imports [Video]

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On: March 15, 2023     By: David Noah

A Deeper Look: Ramifications of a Recent Court Decision on Determining the Country of Origin for Imports [Video]

Watch our conversation with Ted Murphy, partner at Sidley Austin LLP where he advises clients on international trade, trade policy and customs compliance. He explains how a recent court decision could signal a shift in how country of origin determinations are made when using substantial transformation, which, frustratingly to importers and exporters, is a subjective rule.

What Is an Authorized Economic Operator?

Import Procedures

On: March 6, 2023     By: David Noah

What Is an Authorized Economic Operator?

An Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) is a party involved in global trade—including importers, exporters and shippers—that receives preferential treatment from customs authorities due to prescreening. In the U.S., it is the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) program. Learn how to get certified.

International Trade Briefing: March 2023 [Video]

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On: March 5, 2023     By: Kari Crane

International Trade Briefing: March 2023 [Video]

Here's what has us talking in March 2023 about international trade: (1) Additional export sanctions in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine; (2) Increased scrutiny of illegal exports of technology; (3) Record U.S. trade in 2022; (4) Why China is investing billions in Mexico; and more.

USML vs. ECCN: What's the Difference?

Export Compliance

On: March 1, 2023     By: David Noah

USML vs. ECCN: What's the Difference?

When classifying your products for export control purposes, it's important that you identify which U.S. agency has jurisdiction over your goods. Once you make that determination, you can identify whether your product has a U.S. Munitions List (USML) or Export Commodity Control Number (ECCN) number.

How to Respond to a Denied Party Screening Match

Export Compliance

On: February 27, 2023     By: David Noah

How to Respond to a Denied Party Screening Match

It's illegal to do business with any person or organization that appears on one of the government's denied party lists. The best way to comply with this law is to screen all the parties in your exports against all the lists. Hopefully you won't get any matches. Here's how to proceed if you do.

Import Compliance: The True Cost of Hand Carries

Import Procedures

On: February 20, 2023     By: Katy McIntosh

Import Compliance: The True Cost of Hand Carries

When an employee or contractor is headed across a border to visit a business partner, companies sometimes send commercial goods along, too. These are known as hand carries, and they can be a risky way to transport commercial items. Here's a look at what you need to understand to stay compliant.

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