What the heck is cargo insurance and who needs it? Last year, TRG helped us understand more about customs bonds. This year they’re back by popular request to talk with us about cargo insurance! Cargo insurance plays a vital role in protecting your goods during transit, yet many businesses overlook its importance or misunderstand its application. In this webinar, TRG will provide a high-level overview of cargo insurance, focusing on the different types of coverage, key considerations, and the process of selecting the right policy for your needs. We’ll also delve into the intricacies of claims and how to ensure that your shipments are adequately protected from potential risks.
What the CCL
What the CCL
January 15, 2025/
The Commerce Control List in all its glory!
Did you know that both wind-up toys and chlorine are considered dual-use items (items with both civilian and military or defense applications) and thus on the Commerce Control List (CCL)?
In this webinar Jo from Star USA talks about the CCL, which is part of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and exists to handle controls for dual-use items. Its goal is to identify specific items and technology that are being exported and tell you whether or not they need a license.
Topics Include:
- The history & layout of the CCL
- What the CCL includes & how to read it
- The meaning of "specially designed"
- The components of an ECCN
- Suggestions for obtaining an ECCN for your exports
- How to use an ECCN & the CCL to discover if your export needs a license
- A walkthrough of how to classify an item for export controls
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