Category: Foreign Trade

EBTI (European Binding Tariff Information): Greater Certainty in Tariff Classification

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To ensure that foreign trade complies with the law, companies must classify goods correctly. The responsibility for determining the correct customs tariff number always lies with the company itself. But what if customs offices or other authorities repeatedly question your decision? In such cases, you can protect yourself with EBTI. In this article, you’ll learn who needs a binding customs tariff ruling and when, how to apply for one, and how to manage binding customs tariff rulings in SAP.

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Export controls within a company: the 4 pillars explained simply +checklist

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For many companies, export control is an essential part of trade compliance. Complex supply chains, geopolitical developments and increasing regulatory requirements mean that exports must be carefully scrutinised. Even the smallest errors can lead to delivery delays, fines or compliance risks. In practice, the so-called ‘four-pillar assessment’ has established itself as a structured approach. In this article, you will learn what this involves and how you can organise export controls efficiently within your company.

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Trade Compliance in SAP: The key areas of review for secure and efficient foreign trade processes

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Trade compliance is becoming increasingly challenging due to rising regulatory requirements, complex supply chains, and geopolitical developments. Companies must effectively manage numerous audit processes simultaneously to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with the law. In this article, you’ll learn which areas of trade compliance auditing are particularly important, what challenges arise in this context, and how these processes can be efficiently managed directly within SAP.

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CPSC eFiling 2026: Companies need to be aware of these new US import requirements now

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Geopolitical conflicts, rising costs and dependence on individual markets are forcing many companies to redefine their sales markets and supply chains. Global supply chains are under pressure, and nearshoring is coming into focus. The modernised trade agreement between the EU and Mexico creates new opportunities. New markets are opening up for companies.

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EU-Mexico Trade Agreement 2026: Opportunities businesses should seize now

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Geopolitical conflicts, rising costs and dependence on individual markets are forcing many companies to redefine their sales markets and supply chains. Global supply chains are under pressure, and nearshoring is coming into focus. The modernised trade agreement between the EU and Mexico creates new opportunities. New markets are opening up for companies.

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