Customs reference numbers are vital in international trade and are used by customs authorities and traders for a range of purposes that include, but are not limited to: Ensuring compliance with trade regulations between different countries and regions Contributing toward efficient trading processes Protecting national interests Managing and regulating
The language of exporting can be confusing. Terms like exporter and U.S. Principal Party in Interest (USPPI) are often used interchangeably, but they have specific—and legally important—meanings. Understanding the differences is essential for complying with U.S. export regulations. Why the USPPI Designation Exists In 2000, the U.S. Census Bureau
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About the Author: Kari Crane Kari Crane is the editor of Passages: The International Trade Blog. Kari joined Shipping Solutions after working as an editor, writer and designer at a major market newspaper in Texas. Kari has spent her career finding different ways to tell stories and make complex
Russia, or the Russian Federation, is a country spanning Eastern Europe and North Asia. Mostly it is a part of Asia as per the Geographical sets. It is the largest country in the world, and extends across 11 time zones, sharing land borders with fourteen countries.
How Social Media Hype Disrupts Global Trade Norms In the past, fashion trends were introduced on runways and in glossy magazines, with consumer behavior shifting slowly over weeks or months. Today, TikTok has completely overturned that cycle. All it takes is a short video—often under 30 seconds—to trigger a
By Shawna Karajic, Export Solutions Inc. It has been a crazy and volatile year when it comes to import tariffs. From the tariffs threats to the implementation to the pauses on certain tariffs, you never know what you are going to wake up to from one day to the
Twenty years ago, it took some effort to become an exporter. Today, primarily due to the internet, you can market your products and services around the globe without even trying. In fact, because of your website, you already are! But just because it may be just as easy for someone
The mining industry serves as the foundation for manufacturing, as raw materials derived from mines are the keystone of supply chains in many industries. EXIM has supported many U.S. small businesses providing solutions to the mining industry in expanding their customer base and reaching international markets, including: GeoPhysical Technology
Dynamic Seal & Gasket, Inc. (DSG) was founded in Atlanta, Georgia in 1996 and moved to Sparks, Nevada shortly after. The company manufactures and distributes aftermarket diesel engine parts for mining, marine, and construction. (more…)
The Port of Savannah continues to thrive amidst global trade disruptions, achieving record-breaking container trade figures. According to a report, the port moved 515,500 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in April, marking a 17% increase compared to April 2024. This surge represents the third consecutive monthly container record for Savannah,
