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License-Free Agricultural Exports 

FRANCOBUSCHMAN LLC exports natural agricultural products that do not require special export licenses under current US and Nicaragua trade regulations. Our product categories fall under standard agricultural commodity exports.

Product Categories - No Export License Required

 Dried Medicinal Leaves (Guava, Moringa, Stevia, Eucalyptus, etc.)
 Natural Superfood Powders (Cacao, Dragon Fruit, Noni, etc.)
 Traditional Botanicals (Soursop, Cat's Claw, Chaya, etc.)
 Agricultural Byproducts (Mango leaves, Avocado leaves, etc.)

These products are classified as standard agricultural commodities and do not require special export permits or licenses.

Legal Export Framework

CAFTA-DR Trade Agreement

  • Nicaragua-USA trade operates under the Central America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement
  • Agricultural products have established duty rates and procedures
  • No special export licenses required for natural botanical products

Regulatory Compliance

  • FDA Registration: Products comply with FDA dietary supplement regulations
  • USDA Standards: Agricultural products meet USDA import standards
  • Customs Classification: Products properly classified under HS codes for agricultural commodities

Shipping & Logistics Partners

Licensed Freight Forwarders: We work with established logistics partners who hold all necessary:

  • International shipping licenses
  • Import/export documentation authority
  • Customs clearance certifications
  • Transportation permits

Our shipping partners handle:

  • Export documentation preparation
  • Customs declarations and clearance
  • International shipping regulations compliance
  • Delivery tracking and insurance

Documentation Provided

For each shipment, we provide: ✅ Certificate of Origin - Nicaragua Chamber of Commerce
 Commercial Invoice - Detailed product and pricing information
 Packing List - Complete shipment contents
 Phytosanitary Certificate - Agricultural health certification (when required)

Why No Export License is Needed

  1. Natural Agricultural Products: Our items are unprocessed or minimally processed agricultural commodities
  2. Non-Controlled Substances: No pharmaceutical, chemical, or controlled ingredients
  3. Standard Trade Classification: Products fall under routine agricultural export categories
  4. CAFTA-DR Coverage: Trade agreement covers our product categories

Verification Sources

  • US Trade Representative: CAFTA-DR agreement terms and agricultural provisions
  • Nicaragua Export Promotion Center: Confirmation of license-free agricultural exports
  • US Customs & Border Protection: HS code classifications for botanical products
  • FDA Guidance: Dietary supplement import regulations

Compliance Statement

FRANCOBUSCHMAN LLC operates in full compliance with all applicable US and Nicaragua trade regulations. We maintain current knowledge of export requirements and work only with licensed logistics partners to ensure legal, compliant international shipping.


Last Updated: October 2024
Regulatory Review: Ongoing monitoring of trade regulations
Compliance Status: ✅ Fully Compliant