International Trade Issues - GHY International

Appeals Court Halts Tariff Repeal After CIT Strikes Down IEEPA Tariffs

GHY2025-07-16T01:02:02+00:00May 30th, 2025|International Trade Issues, Other Government Agencies/Depts., U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs|

The rollback of Trump-era tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) has been temporarily halted after the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a stay on May 29. This follows a ruling by the Court of International Trade that invalidated all related executive orders, including tariffs on imports from China, Canada, and Mexico. The appeals court will now consider the government’s motion to maintain the tariffs while litigation continues.

Guidance on U.S. Energy Imports from Canada (Updated)

GHY2025-07-16T01:02:51+00:00May 15th, 2025|International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs|

An updated list of Canadian energy and energy-related resources is now available (May 15, 2025). This update supplements earlier guidance issued by CBP regarding the 10% additional tariff under HTSUS 9903.01.13, effective March 4, 2025. As previously noted, Canadian-origin energy products that do not qualify under the USMCA are subject to this additional duty. Products that meet USMCA origin criteria remain exempt, and CBP continues to encourage importers to seek binding classification rulings where eligibility is uncertain.

USA Trade Advisory: Accurate Customs Invoices Are More Important Than Ever

GHY2025-06-06T16:42:23+00:00April 24th, 2025|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs|

With tighter enforcement from CBP and looming changes to de minimis thresholds, now is the time to audit your customs documentation for accuracy and compliance. This guide breaks down what you need to review—and how GHY can help you stay ahead of costly penalties.

U.S. Surtax Remission Order – Critical Imports

GHY2025-07-16T01:04:09+00:00April 17th, 2025|Canada Customs, Canada Surtax, International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance|

Canada has issued the United States Surtax Remission Order (2025) to provide targeted relief from 25% surtaxes on U.S. goods used in health care, public safety, manufacturing, and essential supply chains. The Order includes a detailed schedule of eligible products and applies to imports made before October 16, 2025.

U.S. Surtax Remission Order – Motor Vehicles 2025

GHY2025-07-16T01:04:18+00:00April 17th, 2025|Canada Customs, Canada Surtax, International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance|

Canada has introduced a new Remission Order to ease the impact of the 25% surtax on U.S.-origin motor vehicles, offering targeted relief to eligible importers. The measure applies to commercial imports made between April 9, 2025, and April 8, 2026, under strict eligibility and documentation requirements.

U.S. Counters China’s Shipbuilding Dominance with Section 301 Action

GHY2025-06-06T16:48:35+00:00April 17th, 2025|International Trade Issues, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, U.S. Customs|

The USTR has announced phased Section 301 measures targeting China’s dominance in shipbuilding, logistics, and maritime sectors, following a year-long investigation. The action includes new service fees, future transport restrictions, and proposed tariffs to strengthen U.S. supply chain resilience and domestic vessel production.

China Imposes Sweeping 125% (up from 84%) Tariff on U.S. Imports

GHY2025-06-06T16:49:50+00:00April 11th, 2025|International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs|

In a sharp escalation of the U.S.–China trade war, China announced it will impose 34% tariffs on all American imports starting April 10, 2025. The move directly responds to President Donald Trump's newly imposed 34% tariff on all Chinese goods, bringing total U.S. duties on Chinese imports to over 54% when combined with previous measures. China also blacklisted 11 U.S. tech and defense firms and rolled out new export controls, signaling a significant breakdown in economic relations between the two global powers.

U.S. De Minimis Exemption Ends for China Low-Value Imports – Tariff Increases (Postal Items)

GHY2025-06-06T16:49:50+00:00April 10th, 2025|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs|

Effective May 2, 2025, the U.S. will end de minimis duty-free treatment for imports from China and Hong Kong, requiring formal or informal entry for all shipments—including those by mail—and imposing a 120% ad valorem tariff or, for postal items, a per-item duty of $100 (rising to $200 on June 1); no duty drawback is available on the tariff. Carriers must report shipment details to CBP, maintain international bonds, and remit duties on schedule, with CBP authorized to enforce compliance and require formal entry for any package.

U.S. Reciprocal Tariffs in Effect April 5, Increased Tariffs April 9 (Paused, 10% Remains)

GHY2025-07-16T01:05:07+00:00April 9th, 2025|International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs|

Effective April 10, 2025, a 10% ad valorem tariff applies to imports from all countries except China, Hong Kong, and Macau, with exceptions listed in CSMS #64680374. This measure falls under a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs (see Annex I).

U.S. Reciprocal Tariffs in Effect April 5, Increased Tariffs April 9

GHY2025-07-16T01:05:37+00:00April 2nd, 2025|International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs|

The US announced a new reciprocal tariff regime on April 2, 2025. Beginning April 5, 2025. Reciprocal tariffs duty rates vary country by country, with a 10% baseline applied broadly, and higher country-specific rates taking effect on April 9, 2025. Details, exemptions, and implementation measures are outlined.

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