Importing goods into the U.S. offers excellent opportunities for small businesses. Tariffs, duties, and various fees can complicate the process. Knowing how these charges work helps you control costs and comply with U.S. law. This guide explains import tariffs and duties, why they matter, and how to reduce them. We [...]
In a recent move, the Trump administration announced a delay in the suspension of the “de minimis” provision, which has played a pivotal role in supporting international e-commerce. This policy allows packages valued under $800 to enter the United States without being subjected to tariffs, a key factor in driving [...]
As we enter 2025, the incoming administration has signaled its intent to reassess trade policies, potentially resulting in broad tariff increases. Importers across all industries may feel the impact, with higher costs affecting supply chains and overall profitability. Now is the time to take proactive steps to prepare and mitigate these [...]
The logistics industry faces significant changes as the U.S. transitions to a new administration in January 2025. Proposed trade policies, including significant tariffs and stricter customs regulations, are poised to disrupt global supply chains. Logistics service providers (LSPs)—freight forwarders, customs brokers, and 3PLs—must adapt quickly to meet these new challenges and [...]
Starting Nov. 15 you’ll have your chance to give feedback on the effectiveness of the Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports that were introduced by the U.S. government in 2017. The Section 301 tariffs were introduced after the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) concluded that the amount [...]
A new report recommends that Section 337 of the 1930 Tariff Act should be expanded to better address what many feel are China’s unfair trade practices when it comes to competition with domestic U.S. products. The report argues that the hefty tariffs introduced on Chinese imports under Section 301 are [...]
What were the major trends in export controls, trade sanctions, customs compliance, and import requirements in the U.S. and around the world? Check out the series of videos posted by global law firm Baker McKenzie. The videos were recorded across three days and feature the firm’s top international trade compliance [...]
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has determined the 2023 trade surpluses for sugar, syrup goods, and sugar-containing products from its Free-Trade Agreement (FTA) partner countries. The level of a country’s trade surplus in these goods in 2021 helped determine whether the USTR granted duty-free status or preferential [...]
Importers of steel and aluminum products are no longer required to provide certain information to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) by email in order to activate approved Section 323 exclusions in Automated Commercial Environment (ACE). According to a message issued on Feb. 7, the CBP stated that it is [...]
In response to what he called Russia’s “unjustified” war against Ukraine, and the negative effects the war is having on global energy prices and the United States aluminum industry, President Joe Biden has imposed a 200% tariff on Russian aluminum products. According to a statement released by the White House, [...]
