Join us for an insightful webinar on mastering International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) agreements – Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs), Manufacturing License Agreements (MLAs), Warehouse and Distribution Agreements (WDAs), and associated amendments. In this session, we will delve into the intricacies of ITAR agreements, offering expert guidance and pro tips to ensure compliance and success in navigating the complex landscape...

U.S. Customs is ramping up its enforcement activity. If you have ever been selected for CBP’s focused assessment (commonly referred to as a customs audit), you know that it is a stressful, cumbersome, and often expensive process. This webinar will explain all the risk areas that Customs looks for in an audit, as well as the best practices you should adopt to successfully prepare for a customs audit. We will also discuss how your company...

In today's globalized business landscape, adherence to export compliance is paramount, and meticulous recordkeeping plays a pivotal role in ensuring regulatory compliance. Join former regulators Candace Goforth and Tony Dearth as they review the recordkeeping requirements of the ITAR and provide benchmarking information and tips on establishing a robust recordkeeping infrastructure for U.S. and non-U.S. entities of any size. The program will c...

Political contributions, fees, and commissions are commonplace in the defense market. However, staying in compliance with Part 130 of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is often overlooked because of its perception as being complex and onerous. This webinar will demystify Part 130 of the ITAR by providing an in-depth review of the regulation, its place in both Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS), an...

This webinar on antidumping and countervailing duties (AD/CVD) will help U.S. importers identify key issues and best practices to manage the risks associated with those cases. We will discuss some of the questions regarding scope, timing, and calculation that importers should be considering when facing an AD/CVD issue, including: How do I know if my products are covered by an AD/CVD order? When do the duties go into effect? How do AD/CVD inves...

Emerging Technologies Update New and Recently Revised U.S. Export Controls This webinar will cover U.S. export controls that are targeting cutting-edge technologies in multiple areas. The Commerce Department is required by law to maintain a list of such technologies and to put controls on in certain cases, even if the technology is available in other countries that don’t have such controls. As we intend to make this program as timely as...

U.S. EXPORT CONTROLS ON SEMICONDUCTORS How U.S. Export Controls on Electronic Components Require Enhanced Due Diligence The semiconductor ecosystem had a shock in October 2022 when the Commerce Department published final rules that impact all parties in the semiconductor supply chain. Designed primarily to inhibit China’s capacity to develop advanced semiconductor technology, the rules have a significant impact on U.S.-based, and non-U.S...

U.S. export controls on hardware and software using encryption remain one of the areas that can confound even the most experienced export compliance practitioner. This webinar will go through the basics of classifying items that could fall within Category 5 Part II of the Commerce Control List. We will also review export licensing requirements for these items, including NLR and License Exception ENC. Designed for individuals with a working kno...

Foreign Military Sales and ITAR Compliance Approved for 2 CES/MES Credits from NCBFAA-NEI Featuring Steven A. Casazza (President) and Chanel Gargula (Solutions Team Lead) of Defense Trade Solutions This webinar will take a deep dive into the FMS process and how it operates within the larger Arms Export Control Act environment, with a focus on how U.S. defense companies can leverage it to suit U.S. government foreign policy objectives and incre...

CBP Prior Disclosure: Mitigating Importer Liability MAY 11, 2023 | 10:30 a.m. EDT Filing prior disclosures to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a critical tool that importers can deploy when and if violations of import regulations are discovered. Material errors and omissions can occur despite an importer’s best efforts to be compliant. When used properly, a disclosure may significantly reduce penalty exposure and demonstrate reason...