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Guidance on Executive Order Issued to Prevent Tariff Stacking on U.S. Imports

GHY2025-07-16T01:02:35+00:00May 16th, 2025|U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs|

CBP has issued updated guidance implementing Executive Order 14289 to prevent tariff stacking on certain imported articles. Effective retroactively to March 4, 2025, the order establishes a clear prioritization framework for five overlapping trade measures, including Section 232 and IEEPA-based tariffs. Importers are advised to follow the duty application sequence outlined by CBP and may request refunds on entries that were subject to improperly stacked duties.

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.

Key Changes to Ad Valorem Duty Rate, Tariff Modifications and De Minimis for China

GHY2025-06-06T16:40:48+00:00May 13th, 2025|Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs|

An Executive Order has been issued modifying the United States’ reciprocal tariff framework with China, following early signs of trade cooperation. The order temporarily lowers punitive tariff rates, suspends several HTSUS provisions, and defers a planned duty hike on low-value imports—all effective May 14, 2025.

U.S. and China Announce Landmark Trade Agreement

GHY2025-06-06T16:41:05+00:00May 12th, 2025|Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs|

Effective May 14, 2025, the U.S. will suspend 24 percentage points of its 34% reciprocal tariff on Chinese goods for 90 days—retaining a 10% baseline = 145% to 30%. In parallel, China will suspend 24 percentage points of its 34% tariff on U.S. goods for 90 days, maintain a 10% baseline = 125% to 10%, eliminate recent retaliatory tariffs, and withdraw non-tariff measures imposed since April 2, 2025. Full details here.

U.S.-UK Reach Historic Trade Deal

GHY2025-06-06T16:41:19+00:00May 9th, 2025|U.S. Customs|

The U.S. and U.K. have announced a landmark Economic Prosperity Deal to boost trade, reduce barriers, and secure supply chains. The agreement opens $5 billion in new export opportunities for U.S. producers and lays the foundation for deeper, fairer economic ties.

CBP Guidance: When to File Separate Informal Entries for One Consignee

GHY2025-06-06T16:41:32+00:00May 6th, 2025|Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs|

CBP has clarified when separate informal entries may be filed for shipments consigned to a single consignee. The guidance outlines exceptions to the general rule requiring one entry per conveyance and explains when multiple informal entries may be used under specific regulatory conditions.

Tariff Relief Tied to U.S. Auto Assembly Under Section 232

GHY2025-07-16T01:03:05+00:00April 30th, 2025|Other Government Agencies/Depts., Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs|

Under the amended Section 232 policy, automakers that assemble and sell vehicles in the U.S. can earn tariff credits to offset the cost of imported auto parts—part of the Trump administration’s strategy to reduce foreign dependence and strengthen national security.

CBP Clarifies Reciprocal Tariff In-Transit Exemption: Ocean Vessels Only

GHY2025-07-16T01:03:12+00:00April 30th, 2025|Other Government Agencies/Depts., Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs|

CBP has confirmed that only ocean vessel shipments qualify for the in-transit exemption from new reciprocal tariffs. Importers who incorrectly used the exemption code for non-vessel shipments must take immediate corrective action.

Executive Order Issued to Prevent Tariff Stacking on U.S. Imports

GHY2025-07-16T01:03:18+00:00April 29th, 2025|U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs|

Trump’s latest Executive Order aims to eliminate overlapping tariffs from stacking on the same goods, aiming to simplify U.S. trade enforcement while preserving national security duties.

Public Comments Requested: Help Shape U.S. National Security Truck Import Policy

GHY2025-06-06T16:43:16+00:00April 28th, 2025|U.S. Customs|

The Department of Commerce invites businesses, organizations, and individuals to submit feedback on the Section 232 national security review of truck imports. Make sure your voice is part of the conversation—submit your comments by May 16, 2025, via regulations.gov (Docket ID BIS-2025-0024).

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