GISTnet Tips: 2006-06-22

General:
Cargo security measures help prevent smuggling, protect cargo from loss due
to theft, and prevent the exploitation of cargo by terrorists. Read about
the main categories of cargo security at
http://www.gistnet.com/sub/glossary/cargo_security_measures.html

Import:
How many strict requirements must one meet to be an importer for U.S.
Customs purposes? Find out at
http://www.gistnet.com/sub/text/56:q3929.html

Export:
Exporting to Russia? Check out the GOST R requirements at
http://www.gistnet.com/sub/glossary/gost_r_certification.html.
Exporting to CAFTA countries? Check out CAFTA status and CAFTA certificate
of origin form at http://www.gistnet.com/sub/glossary/cafta.html