If you import low-value goods into the U.S., the De Minimis rule can significantly simplify your import process. It allows you to bring items under a specified dollar threshold without paying duties or filing complex paperwork. But recent tariff actions and enforcement changes mean it’s more important than ever to know [...]
Import tariffs shape how companies source goods and determine pricing in the U.S. They act like a tax on products from abroad. In 2025, U.S. policymakers rolled out new duties on cars, metals, electronics, and everyday items. These moves aim to protect local industries and secure critical supply chains. But [...]
On April 21, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce finalized new tariffs on solar panels and components imported from Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. The decision stems from findings that certain Chinese companies circumvent existing tariffs using factories in these countries. Here’s what this means for importers and solar developers [...]
At Clearit, we love spotlighting the amazing businesses we support through customs and beyond. In our Cleared for Success series, we sit down with clients who are making waves in their industries to learn more about their journey, the challenges they've overcome, and how Clearit has helped streamline their importing [...]
On April 9, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on most of his proposed international tariffs. This decision followed a period of heightened market tension and widespread calls from trading partners for renewed negotiations. While the pause brings temporary relief for U.S. importers, it also creates a narrow [...]
In April 2025, the U.S. government introduced a sweeping 104% tariff on a range of goods imported from China. This policy marks a significant shift for importers. This blog explains what the tariff means, how it affects your business, and what you can do about it. Let’s break it down [...]
The U.S. government has recently introduced new tariffs on imported vehicles, sparking concerns among industry experts, manufacturers, and consumers. These tariffs aim to protect domestic production by incentivizing consumers to purchase American-made cars. However, the policy has mixed effects that ripple across the auto industry and the economy. In this [...]
April 2025 brought a tidal wave of trade policy updates that are shaking up the U.S. import landscape. The Trump administration, under the International Economic Emergency Powers Act (IEEPA), announced new executive orders introducing universal tariffs, country-specific reciprocal tariffs, and critical changes to de minimis rules—all of which have far-reaching [...]
Donald J. Trump's administration is revisiting trade policy, focusing on reshaping global trade to boost domestic production and protect American industries. New tariff measures are affecting businesses, importers, and everyday consumers nationwide. A Shift in Trade Policy Trump's tariff plan marks a clear return to protectionist policies. Key points include: [...]
In recent years, tariffs have increasingly become a central element of US trade policy, and the changes introduced in 2025 are no exception. The latest measures have brought a mix of heightened costs, shifting regulatory frameworks, and a degree of uncertainty that can disrupt even well-established supply chains. Businesses relying [...]
