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Dimitris Kloussiadis
A Partnership between the U.S. Small Business Administration and the University of Georgia
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top markets, competition, and sales potential
practical business goals and strategies
you have the resources to succeed
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(outgoing logistics in source country)
commercial terms – CIF, FOB… (ref: http://www.Export-U.com)
(ref: http://www.Export-U.com)
market data (Harmonized Tariff Schedule;
also called Schedule-B Number)
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Avoid prohibited countries
(N. Korea, Iran, Syria, Cuba, etc.)
Check for special restrictions
(on ingredients, food colorants , container sizes, etc.)
Find your product’s HS Code
(Harmonized Tariff Schedule Number; also called Schedule-B Number)
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http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/tdo-dcd.nsf/eng/home
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Link >
Create a free account and then log-in here
Here enter HS number or keyword for search, plus country of interest
Then click here
Link >
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USDOC / USFCS GA Department of Economic Development Numerous databases
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(Kompass, Directory of Importers, Yellow Pages, USDA/FAS, etc…)
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Complete description of product Type packaging and number of pieces Gross and net weight Dimension of pieces Place of loading and destination Value of shipment Special instructions from customer
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