U.S. Export Controls: Surprising and Peculiar Call-Outs

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The Commerce Control List (CCL) regulates and limits the export and re-export of specific U.S. goods, technology, and software using Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs). The ten categories under the CCL oversee a wide range of products, including electronics, computers, propulsion systems, and nuclear materials. It's important to note that numerous controlled products may appear harmless at first glance.

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Topics: Export Compliance, re-export, United States

Canadian Surtaxes on Imports of Chinese Steel and Aluminum

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In late August of this year, the Canadian government, in a proactive move, issued a notice of intent to charge surtaxes on steel and aluminum that originates in China. The Canadian government has diligently monitored China's steel and aluminum production to ensure it does not harm global trade in these products.

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Topics: Canada, China, Tariffs

AD/CVD Certification Requirements

Are My Imported Products Subject to Antidumping (AD) and Countervailing Duties (CVD)

Commerce is imposing certification requirements on an increasing number of AD/CVD cases. When required, the importer must provide importer and exporter certifications concerning the applicability of an AD/CVD order to merchandise that they are importing.

There are two scenarios when a certification may be required:

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Topics: AD/CVD, Antidumping, Countervailing

ITAR vs. EAR: Which Jurisdiction Do My U.S. Exports Fall Under?

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When exporting a commodity, the exporter’s first responsibility is to determine which regulatory body controls their export.

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Reconciliation Filing Tips

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Reconciliation has become a highly utilized tool for many importers to maximize duty reduction benefits under certain FTA programs or to ensure compliance associated with valuation and 9802 claims. The Reconciliation filing process originally commenced as the ACS Reconciliation Prototype test in October 1998. Through the intervening years from 1998 to the present, there has not been any advancement to codify this program into the regulations as there are so many facets of trade compliance that are touched by the rules around the Reconciliation filing process. These rules can be found here: Reconciliation Interim Guidance. Having been involved with Trade Compliance for over 17 years and with an oversight role for the Tradewin Reconciliation service offering for the past number of years, the one thing consistent across that time span is the growing complexity of trade compliance that, in turn, is driving a constant need for continuing education and for developing experts in key areas of Trade Compliance. Reconciliation is no longer just a filing process. Rather, regulatory knowledge, application, and monitoring underpin the exercise.

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Topics: Reconciliation