Under Ex Works, which party's liability for export compliance remains?

Under Ex Works, which party's liability for export compliance remains?

• A. The exporter
• B. The USPPI
• C. The broker
• D. The carrier

Answer: (B)

Under Ex Works, the obligation for export compliance stays with the U.S. party who exports the goods—the USPPI. Even though the seller’s duties are limited and the buyer typically takes on most transportation responsibilities, the export-control responsibilities in the United States are tied to the USPPI. This means the USPPI must provide the export information (EEI via AES when required), determine classification under the EAR, assess license requirements, and ensure overall compliance with export controls. The broker and the carrier may help with paperwork and movement, but they do not carry the ultimate export compliance liability.

Under Ex Works, the obligation for export compliance stays with the U.S. party who exports the goods—the USPPI. Even though the seller’s duties are limited and the buyer typically takes on most transportation responsibilities, the export-control responsibilities in the United States are tied to the USPPI. This means the USPPI must provide the export information (EEI via AES when required), determine classification under the EAR, assess license requirements, and ensure overall compliance with export controls. The broker and the carrier may help with paperwork and movement, but they do not carry the ultimate export compliance liability.