The United States has extended its tariff pause on China-produced goods for 90 days, pushing the implementation date to November 10, 2025. The move, announced through an Executive Order on August 11, gives both nations more time to finalize a trade deal aimed at addressing non-reciprocal trade practices and U.S. national security concerns.
On July 31, 2025, President Trump raised Canadian tariffs from 25% to 35%, added a 40% duty on evasion attempts, kept USMCA and energy exemptions, and maintained retaliation rights. CBP will enforce and provide guidance; importers must ensure compliance.
The U.S. updates reciprocal tariffs targeting trade imbalances and national security concerns. New rates, ranging from 10% to 41%, affect key trading partners, with measures to prevent tariff evasion and ensure compliance by importers.
The U.S. will impose a 50% tariff on most Brazilian imports starting August 6, 2025. Exemptions include aircraft, orange juice, certain metals, and oil products. Goods shipped before August 6 and arriving before October 5 are also exempt.
Canada has introduced a 25% surtax on steel and aluminum goods containing Chinese-origin materials, effective July 31, 2025. Importers must provide strict proof of origin or face additional duties.
Starting August 1, 2025, importers must report copper and non-copper content separately on invoices for copper products to comply with Section 232’s 50% duty on copper. Proper documentation is required to avoid delays and full-value duty assessments.
Starting August 1, 2025, the US imposes a 50% tariff on many copper imports to protect national security and support domestic production. Exemptions include copper feedstocks and scrap, with new supply mandates and strict compliance requirements for importers.
The U.S. Department of Commerce finalized its 2023 review of Canadian softwood lumber imports and raised anti-dumping duties to 20.56%. Total tariffs now exceed 30%, increasing costs for U.S. homebuilders and impacting trade.
The U.S. and Indonesia have agreed on a framework to negotiate a reciprocal trade agreement. This deal aims to reduce tariffs, remove trade barriers, and promote fair, sustainable trade, creating new opportunities and strengthening economic cooperation.
The BIS 50% Rule requires exporters to check company ownership, not just names, during denied party screening. If a listed entity owns 50% or more of a business, that business is restricted. This rule increases compliance complexity, especially in sensitive tech sectors.
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