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General Trade Problem List

  • If you have questions on how to export to a foreign market, such as tariffs that may be applied to your products or forms that you may need to fill out, contact the Global Knowledge Center at 1-800-USA-TRADE (1-800-872-8723).

  • If you have questions on specific markets, such as how to go about finding a trusted buyer or distributor for your products, or what the market may look like for your product in a foreign country, contact your local U.S. Export Assistance Center for assistance that is tailored to your industry and your needs.

  • If you are facing problems with getting a particular shipment into a foreign market, contact your local U.S. Export Assistance Center for information on how the U.S. Commercial Service, with offices throughout the United States and around the world, may be able to assist you.

  • If you have a consumer complaint, such as fraud, deception, and unfair business practices in the market place, please contact the Federal Trade Commission and your local Better Business Bureau.

  • If you are facing problems with nonpayment from a client in a foreign country, please contact the Global Knowledge Center at 1-800-USA-TRADE (1-800-872-8723).

  • If you have a question about export licensing or restrictions from the U.S., requesting an export control classification number, or reporting suspected violations, please contact the Bureau of Industry and Security.

If you are encountering a foreign government trade barrier, you can contact the Trade Agreements Compliance Program using our on-line submission form or you can contact the Trade Agreements Compliance Program directly through other methods