USA-EU Reach Trade Deal
The USA-EU Trade Deal: A Framework for Economic Cooperation The recently announced trade agreement between the United States and European Union represents a significant development in transatlantic economic relations. President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a trade deal between the U.S. and European Union in Scotland on Wednesday, establishing […]
Japan-USA Trade Agreement
A New Chapter in Bilateral Economic Relations On July 23rd, 2025, President Donald Trump announced what he characterized as a “massive Deal with Japan, perhaps the largest Deal ever made,” marking a significant development in US-Japan trade relations. This comprehensive agreement establishes new frameworks for bilateral commerce while addressing longstanding trade tensions between the world’s […]
China Tariff reduction-May 31st, 2025
Current Tariff Rates-The United States will suspend its 34% reciprocal tariff imposed on April 2, 2025 for 90 days, but retain a 10% tariff during the period of the pause. This means that as of June 3, 2025, there is currently a 10% baseline tariff on Chinese imports during this suspension period. Additionally, the average US tariff […]
Removal of De Minimus & Future Imports to USA
The Removal of the De Minimis Exemption for U.S. Imports and the Value of Using a U.S.-Based Import Agent In a significant shift in U.S. trade policy, the de minimis exemption for imports, which allowed low-value shipments to enter the country duty-free and with minimal regulatory scrutiny, has been eliminated as of 2025. Previously, under […]
USA-China trade deal-May 12th, 2025
U.S.-China Trade Deal: A Temporary Truce with Global Implications On May 12, 2025, the United States and China unveiled a significant trade agreement in Geneva, marking a critical pause in their escalating trade war. Described as a “better-than-expected” breakthrough, the deal temporarily reduces tariffs for 90 days, lowering U.S. duties on Chinese goods from 145% […]
Reciprocal Tariffs-Trump Executive Order-April 2nd
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.)(IEEPA), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.)(NEA), section 604 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (19 U.S.C. 2483), and […]
Repeal of De Minimus Shipments from China-April 2nd ruling
https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/further-amendment-to-duties-addressing-the-synthetic-opioid-supply-chain-in-the-peoples-republic-of-china-as-applied-to-low-value-imports Further Amendment to Duties Addressing the Synthetic Opioid Supply Chain in the People’s Republic of China as Applied to Low-Value Imports Executive Orders April 2, 2025 By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. […]
Tariffs on Canada and Mexico begin March 4th
On March 4, 2025, the Trump administration imposed tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, significantly impacting the logistics industry. Effective as of 12:01 a.m. Eastern Standard Time, a 25% ad valorem duty now applies to nearly all goods from these key trading partners, with Canadian energy products—such as oil, natural gas, and electricity—facing a […]
Guiding companies through potential Trump admin tariffs
Navigating the complex landscape of international trade, particularly when importing goods into the United States, can be fraught with challenges, especially with the potential imposition of tariffs associated with policies like those proposed or enacted by the 2nd term of President Donald Trump. Utilizing the services of a customs broker, such as those offered by […]
Importing Farm and Agriculture Equipment to the USA
Understanding the Basics of Importing Agricultural Equipment Importing agricultural equipment into the USA offers farmers access to the latest technology and machinery that can enhance productivity and efficiency on their farms. With the global economy continually evolving, understanding the fundamentals of the import process can be crucial for a successful transaction. The Importance of Agricultural […]