23 06, 2025

Best Practices for First-Time U.S. Importers and Small E-Commerce Brands

By | 2025-06-23T20:01:54+00:00 June 23rd, 2025|Imports, Tariffs|

Entering the world of importing can be exciting and overwhelming, especially for small eCommerce brands and first-time U.S. importers. While the opportunity to scale and diversify your product offerings is significant, it also presents risks and compliance hurdles. The good news? With the right approach and expert support, you can [...]

26 05, 2025

Tariff Pass-Through: How Inflation Amplifies Duty Costs—and What U.S. Importers Can Do

By | 2025-05-26T19:38:51+00:00 May 26th, 2025|Imports, Tariffs|

As inflation and tariffs continue to squeeze U.S. businesses, importers are paying significantly more than they did just a year ago. For importers with limited pricing flexibility, the combined effect of these forces is a no-win situation.  This blog unpacks how inflation interacts with tariffs to drive up costs—and what [...]

20 05, 2025

Negotiating Tariffs with Overseas Suppliers: A Step-by-Step Guide

By | 2025-05-20T21:46:54+00:00 May 20th, 2025|Tariffs|

Tariffs are here to stay, and they’re not going away anytime soon. The extra costs for U.S. businesses importing from overseas, especially from China, can feel like a blow to your bottom line. Many importers underestimate their negotiating power; strategic discussions can help mitigate costs. This guide explains exactly how [...]

5 05, 2025

Understanding U.S. Import Tariffs 2025: A Brief Trade History, Recent Developments & Business Impact

By | 2025-05-05T22:23:03+00:00 May 5th, 2025|Tariffs, Trade|

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 [...]

28 04, 2025

Navigating the U.S.’s Finalized Tariffs on Southeast Asian Solar Cell Imports

By | 2025-04-28T15:37:00+00:00 April 28th, 2025|Tariffs, Trade|

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 [...]

21 04, 2025

Clear It or Pay More: Making the Most of the U.S. Tariff Pause Window

By | 2025-04-21T21:58:16+00:00 April 21st, 2025|Tariffs, Trade|

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 [...]

7 04, 2025

Impact of New U.S. Tariffs on Imported Vehicles: Industry and Consumer Reactions

By | 2025-04-21T22:05:36+00:00 April 7th, 2025|Tariffs|

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 [...]

4 04, 2025

Major Tariff Shakeup: What Importers Need to Know About the New IEEPA Trade Changes

By | 2025-04-04T20:18:59+00:00 April 4th, 2025|Imports, Tariffs|

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 [...]

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