Resources & Reference Materials: Links - International Trade

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Bureau of Industry and Security
BIS's activities include regulating the export of sensitive goods and technologies in an effective and efficient manner; enforcing export control, antiboycott, and public safety laws.

The CIA World Factbook
Popular ready reference tool – now on the Web – that provides a thumbnail statistical sketch of any country on Earth.

International Trade Administration
Among its numerous assets (particularly with export assistance), this site offers an excellent FAQs list.

Small Business Exporters Association
Join ranks with other small business exporters.

STAT-USA
One-stop shopping for trade, business and economic information.
Note: These databases require a fee before searching.

Tariff Database – U.S. International Trade Commission
Just what the title suggests - current U.S. tariffs on thousands of commodities.

100 Essential Resources for Doing Business in China
A list of resources to assist those doing business in China, including journals and newspapers, informative articles, blogs and podcasts, and free classes on Chinese language and culture.

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