DDTC’s Vigorous Enforcement of Compliance Requirements

DDTC’s Vigorous Enforcement of Compliance Requirements

The State Department’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) is cracking down on certain compliance requirements and violations involving software and technical data. The DDTC is enforcing a consent agreement requirement which “forces companies to review and verify the jurisdiction and classification status of all hardware and software relating to their International Traffic in Arms…

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Increased Due Diligence When Working with Hong Kong

Increased Due Diligence When Working with Hong Kong

The U.S. Government issued an advisory urging companies to increase their due diligence when doing business in Hong Kong. Due to Chinese governmental policies that “undermine the legal and regulatory environment that is critical for individuals and businesses to operate freely and with legal certainty in Hong Kong” are impacting U.S. parties. There are various…

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9/15 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce Eastbound GRI

9/15 Trans-Pacific Carriers Announce Eastbound GRI

Trans-Pacific carriers have announced a General Rate Increase (GRI) effective September 15, 2021. This GRI will affect all Canadian and USA destinations. The following amounts are in USD and apply to all freight originating in Asia and the Indian Sub-Continent. General Rate Increase Applies to all U.S. and Canadian portsEffective September 15, 2021 Equip.USD20 ft$180040…

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FAQ: WRO on Silica-Based Products from China

FAQ: WRO on Silica-Based Products from China

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recently posted answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding the withhold release order (WRO) aimed at silica-based products from China. These answers outline the scope of the Hoshine WRO by detailing the types of information that CBP may seek to determine whether forced labor was involved in an…

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