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NEW U.S. TARIFF POLICY: 125% ON CHINESE IMPORTS, 10% FOR MOST COUNTRIES DURING 90-DAY NEGOTIATION PERIOD

April 9, 2025 | In a significant update to U.S. trade policy, the United States has announced a 90-day suspension of reciprocal tariff increases for the majority of its trading partners, while simultaneously raising tariffs on imports from China to 125%, effective immediately. The changes were confirmed in a statement [...]

U.S. CONFIRMS ADDITIONAL 50% TARIFF ON CHINESE IMPORTS, UP TO 129%

On Monday April 7, 2025, the United States announced it will impose an additional 50% tariff on imports from China, effective 12:01AM EST, Wednesday, April 9. ADDITIONAL 50% ON CHINESE IMPORTS This action builds on previously enacted tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), which include a 34% [...]

2025-04-09T13:19:22+00:00April 8th, 2025|Customs, Export, Freight Talk, Import|

CHINA ANNOUNCES 34% TARIFF ON U.S. IMPORTS: WHITE HOUSE RESPONDS

China has announced that a 34% tariff will be imposed on all U.S.-origin imports effective April 10, 2025. The decision, issued by the State Council Tariff Commission, follows the United States’ enactment of reciprocal tariffs on Chinese exports earlier this month. The added duties will apply in addition to existing [...]

2025-04-07T18:12:28+00:00April 7th, 2025|Customs, Domestic Transport, Freight Talk, Import|

WHITE HOUSE ENDS DE MINIMIS EXEMPTIONS FOR CHINESE AND HONG KONG IMPORTS STARTING MAY 2

On April 2, 2025, the White House announced an end to de minimis duty exemptions for goods from China and Hong Kong, effective May 2 at 12:01 a.m. The decision, outlined in a fact sheet, is part of a broader effort to combat the role of Chinese-sourced goods and e-commerce channels in [...]

2025-04-03T15:38:40+00:00April 2nd, 2025|Customs, Freight Talk, Import, Industry Spotlight|

U.S. RECIPROCAL TARIFF POLICY SET TO BEGIN APRIL 5: WHAT IMPORTERS NEED TO KNOW

NEW 10% BASELINE TARIFF TO TAKE EFFECT APRIL 5 Starting at midnight on April 5th, a new baseline tariff of 10% will apply to all goods imported into the United States from countries not part of the USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement). Goods from USMCA members—Mexico and Canada—will remain exempt, while [...]

2025-04-03T19:27:50+00:00April 2nd, 2025|Customs, Export, Freight Talk, Import|

SECTION 232 AUTO TARIFF ANNEX RELEASED: KEY DATES AND PRODUCT CLASSIFICATIONS

On April 1, 2025, the U.S. government published the annex to the Section 232 auto tariff proclamation, detailing the specific products subject to new 25% tariffs on passenger vehicles, light trucks, and certain auto parts. The annex outlines key implementation dates and classifications to guide importers, exporters, and compliance professionals. [...]

U.S. ADDS BEER AND EMPTY ALUMINUM CANS TO SECTION 232 ALUMINUM DERIVATIVES

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has announced additions to the annex of derivative products in alignment with Presidential Proclamation 10895, titled "Adjusting Imports of Aluminum into the United States," issued on February 10, 2025. The proclamation imposed specific tariffs on aluminum imports and derivative products. ALUMINUM DERIVATIVES ADDED [...]

2025-04-02T16:24:48+00:00April 2nd, 2025|Customs, Freight Talk, Import, Industry Spotlight|

NEW U.S. 25% TARIFF ON IMPORTED AUTOMOBILES AND AUTO PARTS ANNOUNCED

25% TARIFF ON IMPORTED VEHICLES TAKES EFFECT IN APRIL; AUTO PARTS TO FOLLOW BY EARLY MAY On April 3, 2025, a new 25% tariff on imported passenger vehicles—including cars, light trucks, and cargo vans—will take effect at 12:01 a.m. ET, following a presidential proclamation issued under Section 232 of the [...]

2025-03-27T15:19:38+00:00March 27th, 2025|Customs, Domestic Transport, Freight Talk, Import|

U.S. TO IMPOSE 25% TARIFF ON IMPORTS FROM COUNTRIES PURCHASING VENEZUELAN OIL

UPDATE - MARCH 25, 2025: WHITE HOUSE ISSUES EXECUTIVE ORDER CLARIFYING 25% SECONDARY TARIFF ON VENEZUELAN OIL TRADE The White House published a late-night executive order providing clarification on the application, administration, and enforcement of the upcoming 25% tariff on imports from countries that purchase oil from Venezuela. 1. Tariff [...]

2025-03-25T19:44:03+00:00March 24th, 2025|Customs, Domestic Transport, Freight Talk, Import|

PORT OF LONG BEACH: CARGO SURGE HIGHLIGHTS SHIFTING IMPORT STRATEGIES

Cargo moving through the Port of Long Beach (USLGB) continues to surge, suggesting shifts in U.S. supply chain strategies. Data trends hint that importers started adjusting their sourcing, routing, and inventory replenishment in response to tariff pressures and changing consumer demand. This boost in cargo demand bumped USLGB's February 2025 [...]

2025-03-21T14:46:29+00:00March 21st, 2025|Freight Talk, Import, Industry Spotlight, Shipping News|
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