US Commercial Service Director George Tastard would like to express his concern over the recent increase in reports on international trade scams and illegitimate trade deals. Please protect yourself and your businesses. We sincerely hope that American companies and individuals do not become victims and targets of such scams and help report possible scams. Click Here to view the full article from Export.gov on International Trade Scams.
Issued discussed:
- Where Do These Scams Originate?
- How Do These Scams Work?
- How Do I Know These Correspondences Are Scams And Not Legitimate Business Deals?
- Can You Provide Examples Of These Correspondences?
- Are There Certain Specific Details In These Correspondences That Would Help Me To Determine If They Are Scams?
- What Is Being Done To Stop These Scams?
- What Should I Do If I Receive A Scam Letter?
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If you have any further questions or concerns regarding
international trade scams or want help reporting potential scams,
please contact Sacramento U.S. Export Assistance Center Director
George Tastard, who's contact information is listed below. As
your local U.S. Commercial Service representative, he will meet
with you and discuss your concerns.
George Tastard, Director
Sacramento US Export Assistance Center
US Commercial Service
US Department of Commerce
1410 Ethan Wa
Sacramento CA 95825
Tel: 916-566-7170
Fax: 916-566-7123
E-Mail: George.Tastard@ mail.doc.gov
https://www.buyusa.gov/sacramento/