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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China’s Section 301 Tariff Retaliation Reference Sheet

China’s Section 301 Tariff Retaliation Reference Sheet

To supplement our Section 301 Overview resource, here is a China’s 301 Retaliation Product Scope reference sheet provided by the U.S. Department of Commerce and International Trade Administration. This reference sheet includes a list of all products covered by China’s retaliatory tariff measure based on China’s national tariff schedule classification. U.S. companies can search for…

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6th List of Section 301 Product Exclusions Announced

6th List of Section 301 Product Exclusions Announced

More good news for importers. The office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has announced the sixth round of product exclusions for Section 301 tariffs. These exclusions will be retroactive as of July 6, 2018 and will extend for one year after the publication of the notice—July 9, 2020. This exclusion list covers over 100…

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