U.S. export law between third countries

Samuel Draginich
Samuel Draginich
Senior Trade Compliance Manager, EMEA, Amazon EU, Luxembourg
Published 16 Feb 2021
U.S. export law between third countries
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While most trade compliance professionals are likely aware of U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) as it pertains to exports originating from the U.S., many are not aware its scope can extend to shipments that do not physically involve the U.S.

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