China Announces Retaliation Tariff Lists

China Announces Retaliation Tariff Lists

In response to the impending 10 percent (now 15%)  Section 301 tariffs on $300 billion in Chinese goods, China has announced retaliation lists of tariffs on about $75 billion worth of U.S. goods. In the announcement, China said it will impose either 10 percent or 5 percent tariffs on more than 5,000 U.S. products. These tariffs…

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Merchandise Processing Fees Increasing October 1

Merchandise Processing Fees Increasing October 1

Import clients will see an increase in U.S. Customs user fees—minimum and maximum Merchandise Processing Fees (MPF)—effective October 1, 2019. These fees will be adjusted to reflect inflation. Below are three examples of the current fees and what the adjusted fees will be.   Current Effective Oct 1 Minimum Merchandise Processing Fee $26.22 $26.79 Maximum…

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Unofficial Strike in Hong Kong Causes Delays

Unofficial Strike in Hong Kong Causes Delays

Over 170 flights to Hong Kong have been cancelled or re-routed, many train stations are closed, and major thoroughfares are blocked or congested. This is due to the unofficial labor strike taking place today, August 5, 2019, delays are expected. We will continue to monitor this situation and offer updates as they become available.

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