Embedding “Reasonable Care” in U.S. Trade Compliance: A Practical Guide for Businesses
Reasonable care isn’t a checkbox—it’s a mindset. When clearly communicated, thoroughly documented, and embraced across all levels, it becomes a powerful safeguard for your company’s trade operations.
Cracking Down on Customs Fraud Using the False Claims Act (Pt.1)
FCA, one of the government’s oldest civil fraud enforcement tools, is now being used to prosecute alleged customs fraud.
Clearing the Way: Product Passports Are Changing Trade
CBP has adopted Altana Product Passports as a new way to validate goods before they reach the border. It’s a simple idea with transformational potential: a digital passport for a product that carries only the essential information needed for clearance.
Impact of De Minimis Suspension on Postal Operators
The elimination of de minimis exemptions earlier this year for postal shipments required new infrastructure to collect duties on previously exempt low-value goods.
Ultimate Consignee Requirements Clarified in Latest Census Bureau Notice
Census issued out several scenarios on how to report the party in the transaction known as “Ultimate Consignee”. The identification party is based on knowledge at time of export, therefore routed orders and orders that are in transit may be at risk
Chapter 98 Tariff Saving Strategies: What Importers Need to Get Right—and Avoid Getting Wrong
Chapter 98 includes many provisions often overlooked by importers. When importing under any of these provisions, it is important to understand the rules and limitations.
U.S. Updates Strategy to Combat Forced Labor in Global Supply Chains
DHS, in coordination with the Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force, has released its 2025 update to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Strategy.
Strengthening Export Controls Programs via Strategic Technology
Howard Mendelson presented on this topic at AAEI’s 104th Annual Conference and Trade Day on June 27, 2025. Written by Howard Mendelsohn, President, Global Business Development and Engagement, Kharon Export controls are now central to national security strategy, and compliance programs must evolve accordingly. Strategic technology enables organizations to move beyond list-based screening and […]
Potential Process for Duty Refunds if IEEPA Based Reciprocal Tariffs Are Struck Down by the Courts
Potential Process for Duty Refunds if IEEPA Based Reciprocal Tariffs Are Struck Down by the Courts
Achieving End-to-End Supply Chain Visibility: A Modern Imperative
Anne Marie Lacourse & Melina Villavicencio presented on this topic at AAEI’s 104th Annual Conference & Trade Day on June 27. Written by Anne Marie Lacourse and Melina Villavicencio Mancero, Sayari End-to-end supply chain visibility is the key to navigating the rapidly evolving global landscape. Organizations need to track products and components from origin to […]