Lessons Learned Doing Business Overseas

Lessons Learned Doing Business Overseas Reidel Law Firm represents and transacts business with partners and clients around the globe. In our travels and projects we have had the opportunity to work with many cultures and countries. On rare occasions these projects sour a bit and become a learning experience for us. In this article I’d … Read more

Export Control Reform Act – Headaches to Come for Exporters

Export Control Reform Act – Headaches to Come for Exporters The Export Control Reform Act of 2018 (ECRA) was passed in June as part of the John McCain National Defense Authorization Act of 2018, along with other trade and FDI related regulations. While the ECRA has the word reform right in the title, exports and … Read more

Need to Know: Export Terms

Need to Know: Export Terms For folks new to exporting or even importing there will be a myriad of abbreviations which are important to know as you start exploring the export market. The international commercial terms (Incoterms for short) are the official rules of the International Chamber of Commerce that explain typical trade terms. These … Read more

Export Compliance – Where to Start?

Export Compliance – Where to Start? If your company is contemplating selling across borders or has already engaged with buyers overseas to export your product, you should take a careful review of any export compliance regulations that may apply to you. Often small and medium sized businesses ignore or are not aware of the various … Read more

How to Import to the US

How to Import to the US The US market can be an exciting and lucrative challenge for international businesses. Succeeding in the US market can take your product or business to the next level. Certainly the biggest hurdle to approaching the US market for your product or business is how to actually get it into … Read more

How to Import Food Products to the US

How to Import Food Products to the US Food products can be one of the more stable revenue generating areas for any importer, since food is one of the basic necessities of life. Importing food products to the US is much more involved than merely packing, shipping, and delivering your customer. Food imports to the … Read more

Need to Know: International Business Hubs

Need to Know: International Business Hubs Running a successful business in the 21st century increasingly means having access to and utilizing global markets. Despite many efforts towards nationalist economic policies throughout the years, businesses in today’s globalized economy must stay efficient and competitive on a global scale. As the world economy has grown increasingly interconnected, … Read more

What is a Customs Broker?

What is a Customs Broker? Customs brokers are trade specialists who help facilitate goods being exported and imported into the US. In the US, the Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) regulate the licensing and operation of customs brokers. Customs brokers are required to have passed a rigorous examination given by the CBP and an extensive … Read more