Posts by tag: Export control en https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/tags/tag/export-control/blog.tag.xml Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:37:43 +0200 https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/ebti-european-binding-tariff-information-greater-certainty-in-tariff-classification-1Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:02:16 +0200https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/ebti-european-binding-tariff-information-greater-certainty-in-tariff-classification-1Companies must meet numerous regulatory requirements simultaneously. Many of these trade compliance processes begin with correct tariff classification, because: before companies can assess whether a product is subject to specific regulations, it must be clear which commodity it is classified as under customs law. Find out why tariff classification helps to meet requirements such as CBAM, EUDR and export controls, and how it can be implemented in SAP. https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/ebti-european-binding-tariff-information-greater-certainty-in-tariff-classificationWed, 09 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0200https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/ebti-european-binding-tariff-information-greater-certainty-in-tariff-classification 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. https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/eu-customs-reform-developments-companies-should-keep-an-eye-onFri, 26 Jun 2026 10:10:00 +0200https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/eu-customs-reform-developments-companies-should-keep-an-eye-on The EU is working on the biggest customs reform since the introduction of the customs union. The aim is to create a more data-driven, digital and Europe-wide harmonised customs system. The common goal is to make customs processes more digital, more efficient and more harmonised across Europe. https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/trade-compliance-in-sap-the-key-areas-of-review-for-secure-and-efficient-foreign-trade-processesThu, 25 Jun 2026 15:10:00 +0200https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/trade-compliance-in-sap-the-key-areas-of-review-for-secure-and-efficient-foreign-trade-processesTrade 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. https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/cpsc-efiling-2026-companies-need-to-be-aware-of-these-new-us-import-requirements-nowFri, 05 Jun 2026 15:10:00 +0200https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/cpsc-efiling-2026-companies-need-to-be-aware-of-these-new-us-import-requirements-nowGeopolitical 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. https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/eu-mexico-trade-agreement-2026Fri, 29 May 2026 15:10:00 +0200https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/eu-mexico-trade-agreement-2026Geopolitical 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. https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/eu-sanctions-russia-compliance-sapWed, 29 Apr 2026 09:10:00 +0200https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/eu-sanctions-russia-compliance-sapThe 20th EU sanctions package significantly tightens requirements. Learn how Mercoline supports companies with sanctions and trade compliance. https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/the-eu-mercosur-agreement-will-take-effect-on-may-1-2026Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:10:00 +0200https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/the-eu-mercosur-agreement-will-take-effect-on-may-1-2026Starting May 1, 2026, the first provisions of the EU–Mercosur Agreement will take effect. This gives companies the freedom to choose. Find out what this means for preference management in SAP, origin determination processes, and compliance. https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/cci-centralized-clearance-for-import-new-customs-procedure-coming-soonThu, 19 Mar 2026 09:10:00 +0100https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/cci-centralized-clearance-for-import-new-customs-procedure-coming-soon CCI (Centralized Clearance for Import): New customs procedure coming soon – What it’s all about and whether CCI is an alternative to the ATLAS import procedure https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/turn-of-the-year-time-for-the-new-sova-master-file-2026Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:10:00 +0100https://www.mercoline.de/en/blog/turn-of-the-year-time-for-the-new-sova-master-file-2026At the turn of the year, the Federal Statistical Office regularly publishes the updated goods directory for foreign trade statistics (WA). This also includes the new SOVA master file, which contains all valid statistical goods numbers and goods descriptions for the coming year.