“All squares are rectangles, but not all rectangles are squares.” As a child learning geometry, that concept really confounded me. How could one belong to another, yet the inverse not be true? As my teacher explained, the difference lies in specificity. The same logic applies to export classification codes.
“On April 2, U.S. President Donald Trump announced new ‘reciprocal’ duties on imports from 185 countries. Citing the new tariffs, J.P. Morgan became the first major Wall Street institution to forecast a U.S. recession in the second half of 2025, indicating that in addition to higher inflation, the tariffs
Freeze drying, dehydration, and freezing are all methods of food preservation that remove or reduce moisture content, but they differ in their methods and outcomes. The details and benefits of each: Freeze Drying Freeze drying removes nearly all moisture by freezing the food, then creating a
At first glance, becoming an exporter might seem straightforward. Research and development creates new products. Sales and marketing promote and sell them. And the export department handles the shipping. If only it were that easy. (more…)
The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has unveiled a revised maritime trade strategy aimed at curbing China’s dominance in global shipping while promoting American shipbuilding. The final plan, softened from its original proposals, introduces a tiered fee structure on Chinese-built ships and operators, alongside incentives for purchasing U.S.-built vessels. Read
The European Union is exploring adjustments to its methane emissions regulations to facilitate U.S. gas exports, aiming to prevent a potential trade conflict with the United States. According to a report by Reuters, the European Commission is considering technical rule changes that would allow U.S. LNG exporters to meet
Shopping habits are evolving at lightning speed, thanks to the rise of quick commerce (q-commerce) and on-demand delivery. These services are redefining what consumers expect—putting speed, convenience, and instant access to products at the forefront. Whether it’s groceries, meals, fashion, or daily essentials, people now expect their orders to
Reading Time: 3 minutesFreight rates can either earn or chew into the profit of any import-export business. From Europe for selling goods to Southeast Asia for sourcing supplies, freight costs manage to creep into every single invoice silently, affecting the bottom line. And with global shipping rates constantly fluctuating
Supply chain evolution has always been exponential. In the late 19th century, sailing vessels gave way to steam-powered ships. Around the same time, horseback riders saw railroad tracks begin winding through the West and realized their time was coming to an end. Read also: Enhancing Supply Chain Efficiency: Strategic
Introduction In a series of actions since Inauguration Day, President Trump has imposed steep tariffs on key U.S. trading partners across a broad swath of industries. At the same time, the U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) has promised to ramp up use of the False Claims Act (“FCA”)—DOJ’s primary
