Trade regulations - licensing, tariffs, value for duty, inspection requirements and import taxes;

Documentation - shipping requirements, invoices, bills of lading and certificates of origin;

Key contacts - foreign consulates and business contacts in the U.S., U.S. contacts abroad and domestic government departments;

Transportation - port entry, warehousing, foreign trade zones, shipping restrictions and inland transport;

Legislation affecting export commerce - product standards and safety regulations, marking and labeling, consumer protection, government procurement, agency agreements, intellectual property rights; and

Business travel

Great care has been taken in compiling the information in these guides which include contributions from foreign embassies and consulates on the latest trade regulations, documentation requirements and import/export procedures. Hundreds of international trade organizations in the U.S. and abroad were also contacted for their input.