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Basic consumer goods

ITN / AES Filing for a Shipment of Basic Goods Worldwide.

  • Use this form for:
     
    - Low-tech consumer goods over $2,500 in value
    - Up to five commodities

     
    Don’t use this form for:
     
    - Commodities on the Commerce Control List, such defense items, high technology, or potentially dangerous “dual use” items, or those otherwise requiring a license
    - Shipments to sanctioned countries or to international waters
    - Inbond shipments or those involving U.S. foreign trade zones
     
    Our fee is $50, with an optional $15 Same Day Filing Guarantee for filings that need to be done same business day. We'll email an invoice after we send you the AES ITN.
     
    Now let’s get started. First, legal stuff. You must allow us to file in AESDirect on your behalf as your authorized agent.
     
  • I certify that all statements made and all information provided herein are true and correct. I understand that civil and criminal penalties, including forfeiture and sale, may be imposed for making false or fraudulent statements herein, failing to provide the requested information or for violation of U.S. laws on exportation (13 U.S.C. Sec. 305; 22 U.S.C. Sec. 401; 18 U.S.C. Sec. 1001; 50 U.S.C. App. 2410).

    The information collected here pursuant to Title 15, CFR 30 is confidential, to be used by Simplified Trade Partners LLC solely to provide you with services and by the federal government for the purposes stated in Section 30.60(a) – (c). The purpose of collecting the Electronic Export Information (EEI) is to compile the U.S. Merchandise trade statistics and to provide information needed for related statistical programs of other agencies. The EEI is also used by other Federal agencies to enforce U.S. export laws and regulations, to evaluate the impact of trade agreements and to monitor compliance with such agreements.

    Written authorization

    I, the U.S. Principal Party in Interest (USPPI), or representative of the USPPI by power of attorney, hereby authorize Simplified Trade Partners LLC to act as authorized agent for export control, U.S. Customs, and Census Bureau purposes to transmit such export information electronically that may be required by law or regulation in connection with the exportation or transportation of any goods on behalf of said U.S. Principal Party in Interest. I certify that necessary and proper documentation to accurately transmit the information electronically is and will be provided to the said Authorized Agent. I further understand that civil and criminal penalties may be imposed for making false or fraudulent statements or for the violation of any U.S. laws or regulations on exportation and agrees to be bound by all statements of said authorized agent based upon information or documentation provided to said authorized agent.
  • Clear Signature
  • MM slash DD slash YYYY


  • Note: This is where your AES ITN will be sent when processed.
  • Origin of goods


  • Even individuals must have an EIN. You can get one online at the IRS website by following the instructions here.

  • Recipient Information

  • This field is for the "ultimate consignee" in regulatory speak: person, party or designee that is located abroad and actually receives the export shipment.
  • Direct consumer: you or another individual. Else, see here for definitions.

  • This is the person or entity in the foreign country that acts as an agent for the principal party in interest with the purpose of effecting delivery of items to the ultimate consignee.

  • Transport information

  • The mode of transport is how the goods leave the US. For transshipments via Canada or Mexico, the mode of transport should be that of the border-crossing carrier, not that of the carrier that transports the goods to the country of destination.
  • You must get this information from your carrier. You can do this online for some, like FedEx, UPS and DHL. Also, you can find port information at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection website.
  • You must get this information from your carrier. You can do this online for some, like FedEx, UPS and DHL. Also, you can find port information at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection website.
  • You must get this information from your carrier. You can do this online for some, like FedEx, UPS and DHL. Also, you can find port information at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection website.
  • You must get this information from your carrier. You can do this online for some, like FedEx, UPS and DHL. Also, you can find port information at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection website.
  • You must get this information from your carrier. You can do this online for some, like FedEx, UPS and DHL.
  • What company are you using to export the goods?
  • This is where the goods are taken off of the boat.
  • Please give us a business day to process.
    MM slash DD slash YYYY

  • Commodity 1

  • Include its use and material composition. For vehicles please also include the VIN/serial number, title number, and title state of issue.
  • Use the U.S. Census Bureau's Schedule B Search Engine. A Schedule B is a 10-digit number used to identify a good in international trade. Click "yes" beneath "add another commodity" below if you are sending multiple items in this shipment that are classified under different Schedule Bs.
  • Enter how many/much you are exporting in terms of unit 1 from the Schedule B you selected.
  • Enter how many/much you are sending in terms of unit 2 from the Schedule B you selected.
  • Most low-tech consumer goods aren't controlled. Typically controlled are defense items, "dual use" items with both commercial and potentially dangerous uses, and high technology. Check with the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security if you're not sure. We do not file controlled/licensed shipments.

  • Max. file size: 512 MB.

  • Other commodities

    For each, please give:
    - description
    - Schedule B or HTS classification --> Schedule B Search Engine
    - quantity
    - weight
    - USD value
    - origin (domestic or foreign)
     
    For vehicles please include the VIN/serial number, title number, and state of issue.
  • Most low-tech consumer goods aren't controlled. Typically controlled are defense items, "dual use" items with both commercial and potentially dangerous uses, and high technology. Check with the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security if you're not sure. We do not file controlled/licensed shipments.
  • Payment Information

  • If you are exporting your vehicle within four days of filing you'll likely need for the filing to be done same day, in order to be able to notify your port prior to 72 hours of exporting. Most filings are done within two business days. Applications must be submitted prior to 4pm EST Mon-Fri to be guaranteed to file same day.
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