Trade Policy
Stay current on trade agreements, tariff changes, sanctions, and regulatory updates affecting global commerce.
Apr 21, 2026Section 301 China Review 2026: Tariff Changes Explained
USTR completed its statutory Section 301 review with significant changes to China tariff rates. Learn which products are affected and strategies to adapt in 2026.
Apr 21, 2026De Minimis Reform 2026: What's Changing for Importers
The $800 de minimis threshold has come under intense scrutiny. Learn current 2026 rules, proposed changes, and how to adapt your cross-border e-commerce strategy.
Apr 21, 2026EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) 2026 Impact
CBAM transitioned to full operation in 2026, adding carbon costs to imports. Learn what products are affected, calculation methods, and compliance steps for exporters to EU.
Apr 21, 2026Mexico Nearshoring Boom 2026: Trade Policy and Opportunities
Mexico has become the largest US trading partner as companies nearshore from Asia. Learn the trade policy drivers, USMCA benefits, and current opportunities in 2026.
Apr 21, 20262026 US Trade Policy: Major Changes Importers Need to Track
US trade policy continues evolving with new tariff actions, FTA reviews, and enforcement priorities. Current changes affecting importers in 2026 and how to adapt.
Apr 21, 2026Tariff Engineering: Legal Strategies to Reduce Import Duties
Tariff engineering legally reduces duties through product modification, classification strategy, and origin planning. Learn proven methods used by major importers.
Apr 21, 2026Anti-Dumping Duties Explained: Avoiding Surprise AD/CVD Charges
AD/CVD duties can add 100%+ to import costs with cash deposits required at entry. Understand how trade remedies work and check if your products face these charges.
Apr 21, 2026Section 232 Steel and Aluminum Tariffs: Importer's Guide
Section 232 adds 25% duty on steel and 10% on aluminum imports on national security grounds. Learn country exemptions, product exclusions, and compliance steps.
Apr 21, 2026Section 301 Tariffs on China: Complete Lists 1-4 Guide
Section 301 tariffs add 7.5% to 25%+ on thousands of Chinese imports. Learn which products are affected, List 1-4 specifics, and legal strategies to reduce exposure.
Feb 5, 2026Duty Drawback Programs: Recovering Duties on Exports
Did you pay duties on goods you later exported? Duty drawback lets you recover up to 99% of those duties. Learn how the program works and if you qualify.
Feb 5, 2026Free Trade Zones: How FTZs Can Reduce Your Import Costs
Foreign Trade Zones offer duty deferral, reduction, and elimination benefits. Learn how FTZs work and whether they make sense for your import operations.
Feb 5, 2026Importing Food to the USA: FDA Requirements Guide
Food imports face strict FDA oversight. Learn about prior notice, facility registration, labeling requirements, and FSVP compliance for food importers.
Feb 5, 2026Import Compliance 101: Avoiding Costly Customs Penalties
Customs violations can result in fines, seizures, and even criminal charges. Learn the compliance fundamentals every importer needs to know.
Feb 5, 2026De Minimis Threshold Explained: Duty-Free Imports Under $800
Shipments under $800 can enter the US duty-free under de minimis rules. Learn how it works, recent changes, and strategies for compliant low-value importing.
Feb 5, 2026US Tariff Changes 2026: What Importers Need to Know
Major tariff policy shifts are affecting US imports. Here's what's changed and how to minimize duty costs on your shipments.
Jan 12, 2026Customs Offices and Why Shipments Are Held
Customs holds are one of the most common—and least understood—events in international trade. A shipment being “held by customs” does not automatically indicate wrongdoing, yet it can delay cargo, increase costs, and disrupt supply chains if not addressed correctly.
Nov 20, 2024Understanding Tariffs and Trade Policy
A primer on how tariffs work, why governments use them, and how they affect your importing costs.
Oct 10, 2024Free Trade Agreements Explained
Learn how FTAs like USMCA can reduce your import duties and the requirements for qualifying.