DevelopTradeLaw | International Trade

Increase African Exports Using AGOA

AGOA is the U.S. trade preference program that provides duty-free access for products of sub-Saharan African exporters products entering the United States. The AGOA: Trade and Investment Performance Overview, highlights African products that will have a competitive edge within the US Market and the advantages that AGOA provides exporters of these goods.

Food Importers — Educate US Customs About Your Products!

“Our food smells different and that causes problems with US Customs.” This was an interesting statement made by an audience member during a recent conference on the African Growth & Opportunities Act (AGOA) program. This post addresses the problems faced by importers of ethnic food items during inspection by the CBP agents and the FDA, and how they can be circumvented.

Global Business Opportunities

In today’s globalized economy your next business opportunity could be located anywhere in the world. Trade Agreements, Trade Financing, and Technology provide the doors for small businesses to take advantage of these international business opportunities. This post highlights the role of technology, and in particular, an excellent resource of which I learned recently – the SME Toolkit.

Businesses

The firm helps businesses comply with the regulations that the Customs and Border Protection agency oversees, minimizing the delays, fees, and possible penalties that add to the cost of doing business. Read more about our services for businesses.

Governments

The firm works with governments to address trade-related issues, including the development of WTO-consistent trade and customs laws and regulations. Read more about our services for governments.

Individuals

The firm assists individuals in working with Customs and Border Protection agency and other relevant agencies to clarify misunderstandings, to get the name cleared in a case of mistaken identity, and to recover seized assets. Read more about our services for individuals.

“Andrea is intelligent, thoughtful and thorough in helping her clients navigating complex legal issues relating to international trade issues particularly for the small business owner.” ~Diane Bradley…. “She is thorough, creative, and an excellent communicator” ~ Bruce Zagaris….“Andrea Ewart is a leading voice of U.S.-Caribbean trade policy in Washington, D.C.” ~ Jamila Thompson….