CBP Proposes Two New Rules Impacting Low Value Clearances & Excluding Sections 232, 201, & 301

Section 301 Updates, Trade News, Word from the White House
CBP Proposes Two New Rules Impacting Low Value Clearances & Excluding Sections 232, 201, & 301

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued two Notices of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM) aimed at strengthening information collection for low value shipments, also known as de minimis shipments, and making merchandise ineligible due to trade or national security actions. These initiatives seek to enhance the agency’s ability to identify and intercept high-risk…

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5 Ways to Stay Ahead of Potential Section 301 Increases in 2025

Section 301 Updates, Trade Translation
5 Ways to Stay Ahead of Potential Section 301 Increases in 2025

As the logistics industry prepares for potential changes in 2025, including increased Section 301 duties, businesses must stay ahead of the curve to mitigate disruptions and avoid escalating costs. Proactively preparing for these shifts will be key to maintaining efficiency and profitability. Here are five strategies to help you navigate the evolving environment: Build buffer…

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Section 301 Limbo: US Firms Urged to Act By 9/16

Section 301 Updates, Trade Translation
Section 301 Limbo: US Firms Urged to Act By 9/16

The Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) has announced further delays in granting exclusions from Section 301 tariffs on imports from China. The USTR is seeking public input on: Extending temporary exclusions for specific machinery—specifically Chapters 84 and 85. Adding new products to the exclusion list. Companies seeking tariff exclusions must provide detailed information,…

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