Book description
In the ever-changing world of complex international rules, laws, and regulations, even seasoned export/import professionals may find themselves in unfamiliar situations. This comprehensive answer book supplies readers with a clear view of the entire process, explaining the ins and outs of shipping and insurance; currency exchange; dealing with banks; contracts; customs; and transportation. Completely revised and including 140 sample contracts, documents, and ready-to-use forms—Export/Import Procedures and Documentation contains up-to-the-minute information on new security procedures, the movement to Internet-based documentation, recently enacted Free Trade Agreements, increased compliance measures under the Consumer Products Safety Commission, and much more. Written in clear, everyday language—and including checklists, questionnaires, and a glossary of international trading terms—this trusted resource gives import/export professionals everything they need to get the job done.
Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Contents
- Foreword
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- About the Authors
- Part I: Organizing for Export and Import Operations
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Part II: Exporting: Procedures and Documentation
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Chapter 2. Exporting: Preliminary Considerations
- A. Products
- B. Volume
- C. Country Market and Product Competitiveness Research
- D. Identification of Customers: End Users, Distributors, and Sales Agents
- E. Compliance With Foreign Law
- F. Export Controls and Licenses
- G. Patent, Trademark, and Copyright Registrations and Infringements
- H. Confidentiality and Non-Disclosures Agreements
- I. Antiboycott Compliance
- J. Employee Sales Visits to Foreign Countries—Immigration and Customs Compliance
- K. Utilization of Freight Forwarders and Foreign Customs Brokers
- L. Export Packing and Labeling (Hazardous Materials)
- M. Terms of Sale
- N. Consignments
- O. Leases
- P. Marine and Air Casualty Insurance
- Q. Methods of Transportation; Booking Transportation
- R. Country of Origin Marking
- S. Foreign Warehousing and Free Trade Zones
- T. Export Financing and Payment Insurance
- U. Tax Incentives
- V. Export Trading Companies, Export Trade Certificates of Review, and Export Management Companies
- W. Translation
- X. Foreign Branch Operations, Subsidiaries, Joint Ventures, and Licensing
- Y. Electronic Commerce
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Chapter 3. Exporting: Sales Documentation
- A. Isolated Sales Transactions
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B. Ongoing Sales Transactions
- 1. Correlation With Documentation for Isolated Sales Transactions
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2. Important Provisions in International Sales Agreements
- a. Selling and Purchasing Entities
- b. Quantity
- c. Pricing
- d. Currency Fluctuations
- e. Payment Methods
- f. Export Financing
- g. Security Interest
- h. Passage of Title, Delivery, and Risk of Loss
- i. Warranties and Product Defects
- j. Preshipment Inspections
- k. Export Licenses
- l. Import Licenses and Foreign Government Filings
- m. Governing Law
- n. Dispute Resolution
- o. Termination
- C. Export Distributor and Sales Agent Agreements
- D. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Compliance
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Chapter 4. Exporting: Other Export Documentation
- A. Freight Forwarder’s Power of Attorney
- B. Shipper’s Letters of Instructions
- C. Commercial Invoices
- D. Bills of Lading
- E. VOCCs and NVOCCs
- F. Packing Lists
- G. Inspection Certificates
- H. Marine and Air Casualty Insurance Policies and Certificates
- I. Dock and Warehouse Receipts
- J. Consular Invoices
- K. Certificates of Origin
- L. Certificates of Free Sale
- M. Delivery Instructions and Delivery Orders
- N. Special Customs Invoices
- O. Shipper’s Declarations for Dangerous Goods
- P. Precursor and Essential Chemical Exports
- Q. Animal, Plant, and Food Export Certificates
- R. Drafts for Payment
- S. Letters of Credit
- T. Electronic Export Information
- U. Freight Forwarder’s Invoices
- V. Air Cargo Security and C-TPAT
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Chapter 5. Export Controls and Licenses
- A. Introduction
- B. Scope of the EAR
- C. Commerce Control List
- D. Export Destinations
- E. Customers, End Users, and End Uses
- F. Ten General Prohibitions
- G. License Exemptions and Exceptions
- H. License Applications and Procedures
- I. Re-Exports
- J. Export Documentation and Record-Keeping
- K. Special Comprehensive Licenses
- L. Technology, Software, and Technical Assistance Exports
- M. Validated End-User Program
- N. Violations and Penalties
- O. Munitions and Arms Exports
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Chapter 2. Exporting: Preliminary Considerations
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Part III: Importing: Procedures and Documentation
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Chapter 6. Importing: Preliminary Considerations
- A. Products
- B. Volume
- C. Country Sourcing
- D. Identification of Suppliers
- E. Compliance With Foreign Law
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F. U.S. Customs Considerations
- 1. Utilization of Customs Brokers
- 2. Importation Bonds
- 3. Importer’s Liability and Reasonable Care
- 4. Application for Importer’s Number
- 5. Ports of Entry
- 6. Import Quotas
- 7. Antidumping, Countervailing, and Other Special Duties
- 8. Classification
- 9. Valuation
- 10. Duty-Free and Reduced Duty Programs
- 11. Column 2 Imports
- 12. Deferred Duty Programs (Bonded Warehousing and Foreign Trade Zones)
- 13. Temporary Importations
- 14. Country of Origin
- 15. Assists
- 16. Specialized Products
- 17. Record-Keeping Requirements
- 18. Customs Rulings
- G. Import Packing and Labeling
- H. U.S. Commercial Considerations
- I. Terms of Purchase
- J. Consignments
- K. Leases
- L. Marine and Air Casualty Insurance
- M. Method of Transportation; Booking Transportation
- N. Import Financing
- O. Patent, Trademark, and Copyright Registrations and Infringements
- P. Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreements
- Q. Payment
- R. Translation
- S. Foreign Branch Operations, Subsidiaries, Joint Ventures, and Licensing
- T. Electronic Commerce
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Chapter 7. Importing: Purchase Documentation
- A. Isolated Purchase Transactions
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B. Ongoing Purchase Transactions
- 1. Correlation With Documentation for Isolated Purchase Transactions
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2. Important Provisions in International Purchase Agreements
- a. Purchasing and Selling Entities
- b. Quantity
- c. Pricing
- d. Currency Fluctuations
- e. Payment Methods
- f. Import Financing
- g. Security Interest
- h. Passage of Title, Delivery, and Risk of Loss
- i. Warranties and Product Defects
- j. Preshipment Inspections
- k. Export Licenses
- l. Governing Law
- m. Dispute Resolution
- n. Termination
- C. Import Distributor and Sales Agent Agreements
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Chapter 8. Import Process and Documentation
- A. Importer Security Filing and the 10+2 Program
- B. Bills of Lading
- C. Commercial Invoices
- D. Pro Forma Invoices
- E. Packing Lists
- F. Inspection Certificates
- G. Drafts for Payment
- H. Arrival Notices
- I. Pickup and Delivery Orders
- J. Entry/Immediate Delivery
- K. Entry Summary
- L. Other Entries
- M. Reconciliation
- N. GSP, ATPA, AGOA—Special Programs
- O. NAFTA/Other FTA Certificates of Origin
- P. Specialized Products Import Entry Forms
- Q. Examination and Detention
- R. Liquidation Notices
- S. Notices of Redelivery
- T. Post Entry Amendment
- U. Requests for Information
- V. Notices of Action
- W. Protests
- X. Administrative Summons
- Y. Search Warrants
- Z. Grand Jury Subpoenas
- AA. Seizure Notices
- BB. Prepenalty Notices
- CC. Penalty Notices
- DD. Customs Audits
- EE. Prior Disclosure
- FF. Court of International Trade
- GG. Appeals
- HH. Offers of Compromise
- II. ITC and Commerce Questionnaires
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Chapter 6. Importing: Preliminary Considerations
- Part IV: Specialized Exporting and Importing
- Appendix A. Exporter Assistance
- Appendix B. International Sales Agreement (Export)
- Appendix C. Federal Register Notice: Mandatory AES
- Appendix D. Informed Compliance: Reasonable Care
- Appendix E. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (Excerpts)
- Appendix F. International Purchase Agreement (Import)
- Appendix G. Automated Commercial Environment (ACE)
- Appendix H. Guidance on Internet Purchases
- Appendix I. Regulatory Audit Questionnaires
- Appendix J. Export/Import–Related Websites
- Appendix K. Steel License Information
- Glossary of International Trade Terms
- Index
Product information
- Title: Export/Import Procedures and Documentation, 4th Edition
- Author(s):
- Release date: April 2010
- Publisher(s): AMACOM
- ISBN: 9780814415511
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