CITD- Centers of International Trade Development -Trade Links

Maurice Kogan, at the CITD has assembled one of the very best collections of helpful links and resources on international trade available on the web. Check out the resources at their website, called their “Trade Information Database” or you can click on one of the links listed below.  Each of the links takes you, in turn, to a “jump page” with the appropriate sub-categories (links) conveniently organized.

Export Readiness Tools: How to information and tools to prepare and train for international trade:

• Export Readiness Assessment
• Export/Import Guides
• Internet Export Search Wizard
• On-Line Webinars, Courses, Videos

Trade Reference Tools: Quick look-ups to commonly needed international commodity codes definitions and conversions:

• Trade Terminology
• International Conversions
• Other Handy References
• International Standards
• Commodity Coding Systems

Trade & Economic Statistics: Worldwide trade and economic data needed to track international trade flows by country, to assess economic conditions and to access and segment markets.

• U.S. Trade Statistics
• Foreign Trade Statistics
• World Economic & Demographic Statistics
• U.S. Economic Data
• U.S. Trade Policy
• California Trade/Economic Statistics

Foreign Market Research: Extensive industry country and topical market research to help pinpoint best export markets assess particular markets, adapt to local cultures and customs, and develop effective market entry strategies:

• Manufacturers & Services
• Food / Agriculture
• Countries / Regions
• Intercultural Research
• Best Market Reports (BMRs)

Trade Contacts & Leads:  Trade directories and specific trade leads to identify prospective suppliers buyers and distributors:

• U.S. Producers & Exporters
• Foreign Manufacturers & Importers
• Hot Trade Leads
• Major Project Opportunities

Trade/Investment Regulations: U.S. and worldwide laws and regulations affecting market access and compliance:

• U.S. and Foreign Import Duties
• U.S. Trade Laws & Regulations
• Foreign Trade Laws & Regulations
• Trade Treaties & Agreements
• International Legal Resources
• California Regulations

Trade Documentation: Requirements, procedures and forms needed for documentary compliance:

• Documentation Basics
• Documentation Forms & Software

Trade Promotion: Directories of trade shows and other events for face-to-face contact with potential buyers:

• Trade Event Schedules
• Worldwide Marketing Media
• Trade Promotion & Matchmaking Services

Finance & Insurance: Trade finance/insurance guidance, programs, sources of assistance, and on-line application:

• Trade Finance Basics
• Trade Finance Programs & Services
• Trade Finance/Insurance Providers
• Export Trade Financing – On-Line Application
• Marine Insurance Basics

Transport & Logistics: Requirements, tools and services to manage logistics and deliver the goods:

• Transport Logistics Providers
• Trade Logistics Tools

International Trade News: Current developments on topics industries and regions of interest to international traders:

• Daily News Feeds

Trade Resources Directory: California U.S. Government international private sector and academic sources of assistance:

• USG Trade Organizations
• U.S., State & Local Trade Organizations
• California Trade Organizations
• Trade & Industry Associations
• Foreign Trade Offices
• International Trade Organizations
• Academic Trade Organizations
• Chambers of Commerce
• International Trade Career Resources

You may also want to check out the WTD article we did on Mr. Kogon earlier this year.