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Import/Export Links

Chamber of Commerce International Directory
Search for Chambers of Commerce or Cities-States-Provinces around the world
Commercial News USA
This website is designed to assist importers around the world in their efforts to find the American products or services they would like to buy.
International Business Forum
The International Business Forum provides information about business opportunities in the international marketplace. It is intended for companies wishing to export or expand into foreign markets as well as for those interested to acquire products and services from other countries.
International Business Resources on the Internet from University of Kansas
The University has researched a collection of web-based business resources as well as business resources links on a variety of topics and subjects of interest to existing or potential international business traders.
Serra International Import/Export Directory
This site was designed with the trade and transportation professional in mind. It provides information and links that will help you buy or sell goods, finance the transaction, obtain transportation pricing , transporting them by air or ocean and then make arrangements to clear the goods through Customs.
STAT-USA
(In Katy Geissert Civic Center library use only. Ask the Information Desk to sign you in.)
The State of the Nation section pulls all sector of U. S. economic and financial information together. GLOBUS/NTDB focuses on trade. GLOBUS offers daily trade leads. The NTDB provides access to Country Commercial Guides and Market Research reports. It is a comprehensive collection of foreign trade information.
U.S. Export-Import Bank
The Export-Import Bank supports the financing of U.S. goods and services, turning export opportunities into real transactions, maintaining and creating more U.S. jobs.

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Trade

International Trade Administration Home Page
ITA provides practical information to help exporters select their markets and products. It also contains the latest government press releases, links to essential trade sites, trade statistics and information on upcoming trade missions.
JETRO - Japan External Trade Organization
JETRO proactively disseminates information to assist foreign companies in their business activities with Japan.
Journal of Commerce
The Journal of Commerce Online is a valuable, interactive business tool for industry experts who require a resource that will give them the information they need to meet their business goals. Visitors will find breaking news, analysis, sailing schedules, logistics tools, market data, links, and more.
Trade Port
This resource provides comprehensive information and links to global trade assistance centers throughout California. It also serves as a gateway for California's businesses to connect with importers, exporters and trading partners throughout the world.
Trade Zone
The Trade Zone is the reference section of the Global Trade Center, which has some of the most comprehensive information sources on International Trade on the Internet.
STAT-USA
(In Katy Geissert Civic Center library use only. Ask the Information Desk to sign you in.)
The State of the Nation section pulls all sector of U. S. economic and financial information together. GLOBUS/NTDB focuses on trade. GLOBUS offers daily trade leads. The NTDB provides access to Country Commercial Guides and Market Research reports. It is a comprehensive collection of foreign trade information.
United Nations commission on International Trade Law
The United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) is the core legal body within the United Nations system in the field of international trade law.
U.S. Foreign Trade Commodity Class Schedule B
The site allows users to search the Schedule B commodity book. Schedule B commodity codes are 10-digit numeric codes used to identify products that are exported to other countries.
U.S. International Trade Statistics
This site is operated by the U.S. Census Bureau and provides country trade data, product trade data, state trade data, and historical trade information.
U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA)
USTDA advances economic development and U.S. commercial interests in developing and middle income countries. Their web site provides information about the agency, their latest press releases, and information on how to work with the USTDA.
World Trade Markets
This site lists the latest trade opportunities available. They can be searched by date, country or product.

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Information on Countries

CIA World Factbook
US government profiles of countries and territories around the world. Information on geography, government, population, and more is provided.
NAFTA Home Page
The NAFTA Customs Website provides a broad array of NAFTA and customs related information, available at your fingertips 24 hours a day
STAT-USA
(In Katy Geissert Civic Center library use only. Ask the Information Desk to sign you in.)
The NTDB provides access to Country Commercial Guides and Market Research reports. It is a comprehensive collection of foreign trade information.

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Shipping

Federal Express:
Tracking Int'l Packages by e-mail Use this site to determine shipping rates, transit time, and for tracking your packages.
UPS: International Delivery Service
Use this site to determine shipping rates, transit time, and for tracking your packages

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Travel

OANDA
This site is an advanced and comprehensive provider of currency and foreign exchange services on the Web to FX investors, businesses, and travelers.
International Airlines 800 Numbers
This site provides an directory of 800 number to international airlines. Users can also search airfares, car rentals, hotels, and rail pass information.
State Department Travel Advisories
This site provides information on terrorist threats and such information as location of the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in the subject country, unusual immigration practices, health conditions, minor political disturbances, unusual currency and entry regulations, crime and security information, and drug penalties.

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Import/Export Links  Trade  Information on Countries  Shipping  Travel  

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