Effective August 29, 2025, President Trump’s latest Executive Order eliminates the de minimis exemption for most commercial imports valued at $800 or less, a move that will significantly impact international shipping and customs practices for businesses and online retailers. What Is the De Minimis Exemption? The de minimis exemption allowed imported goods valued at $800 […]
Read MoreOn July 7, 2025, the White House issued Executive Order 14266, officially extending the current modification of reciprocal tariff rates. The full executive order can be accessed EXECUTIVE ORDER JULY 7th 2025 Key Details: Previous Deadline:The 90-day reciprocal suspension was originally set to expire at 12:01 a.m. EDT on July 9, 2025. Revised Deadline:Under Executive […]
Read MoreU.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has released updated guidance on the recently expanded steel tariffs under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act. While there were no changes to the original list of steel products affected, the update corrects classification numbers for some steel derivative goods. What This Means for Importers As of June […]
Read MoreOn May 28, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) issued a significant ruling that blocks the Trump Administration’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose tariffs on foreign imports. The decision impacts a broad range of tariffs, including those targeting fentanyl-related imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, as well […]
Read MoreMajor container shipping lines are pushing for spot rates on shipments from China to the US West Coast that are more than double current levels, aiming to capitalize on a surge in demand sparked by a temporary easing of US tariffs on Chinese goods. Spot rates have already started rising following Monday’s announcement of a […]
Read MoreThe suspension of China–U.S. shipments and a wave of blank sailings on the trans-Pacific trade lane may lead to a significant redistribution of vessel capacity, according to Alexandra Ilascu of Kuehne + Nagel. Speaking during the Journal of Commerce’s Asia-Europe webinar, Ilascu warned that these shifts are likely to impact other trade routes, including Asia-Europe […]
Read MoreFireworks have long been a staple of the Fourth of July celebrations but this year, Americans may face shortages and higher prices. The reason? Nearly all fireworks sold in the U.S. are imported from China, and the steep 145% tariff on Chinese goods is forcing U.S. distributors to either raise prices significantly or cut back […]
Read MoreSeveral major Chinese airlines are reportedly considering the cancellation of their services to the United States, though no final decisions have been made, according to logistics provider Dimerco. “If these cancellations proceed, the already tight air cargo capacity from China to the US will shrink even further,” the company warned. Kathy Liu, vice president of […]
Read MoreA renewed push to revive US commercial shipbuilding is stirring debate, following the Biden administration’s decision—carried over from a Trump-era stance—to levy steep fines on Chinese-built and Chinese-owned vessels. Announced on April 17 by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), the policy aims to send a “demand signal for US-built ships,” according […]
Read MoreA recent report from consultancy firm Trade Partnership Worldwide has raised concerns over the potential impact of heightened tariffs and port fees on the US apparel trade. If current tariff hikes become permanent and additional fees on Chinese vessels are enforced, the US could see a noticeable decline in clothing imports, the study warns. While […]
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