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How to File Your EEI through ACE and AESDirect
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How to File Your EEI through ACE and AESDirect

The U.S. Census Bureau requires exporters to submit Electronic Export Information, or EEI, on shipments to most foreign destinations if those shipments are valued at $2,500 or more per Schedule B code. Exporters must file that information through the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) portal, which is maintained by U.S.

A Deeper Look: Understanding Reciprocal Tariffs
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A Deeper Look: Understanding Reciprocal Tariffs

Import Export License – Profiting in Transit: “Sale on the High Seas”
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Import Export License – Profiting in Transit: “Sale on the High Seas”

Client Question: We import but wish to sell to our SA buyer while the goods are in transit. How do we do this? Answer: For historical reasons, this model is referred to (by SARS, at least) as being “A Sale on the High Seas”, although technically it could be

Orange Economy – Products and Services in India – Official Blog of iiiEM
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Orange Economy – Products and Services in India – Official Blog of iiiEM

The Orange Economy, also known as the Creative Economy, refers to economic activities that leverage creativity, culture, and intellectual property to generate wealth and jobs. It encompasses industries rooted in cultural expression, such as arts, music, film, design, and more. it refers to all business rooted in creativity, involving

Top Trade Agreements to Watch: Implications for U.S. Exporters in 2025
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Top Trade Agreements to Watch: Implications for U.S. Exporters in 2025

As the global economy continues to evolve, trade agreements play a vital role in shaping the landscape for exporters. For businesses operating in the U.S., observing international markets and understanding upcoming and revisited trade agreements will be essential for their operations, competitive edge, and market penetration strategies in 2025.

A Deeper Look: Understanding IEEPA and Presidential Tariff Power
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A Deeper Look: Understanding IEEPA and Presidential Tariff Power

Talk to Me – Tariff Terror
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Talk to Me – Tariff Terror

By Elizabeth Ewald, Export Solutions Ok, I know I told you all last post we were going to talk about exceptions and exemptions, and you were probably super excited to read my deep dive into how to take advantage of them, but I changed my mind. Yes, cue

CMA CGM Sees Surge in China–U.S. Cargo as Tariff Truce Sparks Trade Rebound
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CMA CGM Sees Surge in China–U.S. Cargo as Tariff Truce Sparks Trade Rebound

CMA CGM, the world’s third-largest container shipping company, is reporting a sharp rise in outbound China cargo demand following the recent 90-day tariff reduction agreement between the United States and China—signaling a rebound in transpacific trade after months of disruption. Read also: CMA CGM’s Strategic Fleet Reorganization Amid U.S.

7 Essential Resources for Completing Export Documents
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7 Essential Resources for Completing Export Documents

“Where do I even start?!” If you’re new to exporting, you may have uttered this phrase under your breath a few times, especially when asked to supply a set of documents for your export shipment. Even experienced exporters struggle with document creation, because the documents you need and the

EXIM’s 2025 Exporters of the Year
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EXIM’s 2025 Exporters of the Year

Last month, the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) held its 2025 Annual Conference: Winning Globally in America’s Golden Age. During the conference, twelve businesses were recognized as Exporters of the Year. These exporters represent innovation and the ability to compete globally. They also illustrate how EXIM’s trade