Although the reciprocal tariffs are slated to take effect on Aug. 1, the most up‑to‑date information comes from the July 31 announcement. Annex II of the executive order issued at that time lists each affected country and the percentage of additional duty that will be added to its existing Harmonized Tariff Schedule rate. For every country‑specific entry the order repeats the same conditions: the additional duty does not … Read More
Steel & Aluminum Duties Double Under Trump’s Latest Trade Action
On June 4, 2025, steel and aluminum tariffs in the United States will double, from 25% to 50%, under a new directive by President Donald Trump. This move marks the administration’s latest effort to shield America’s core manufacturing industries from what it calls “unfair trade practices and global excess capacity,” and to restore critical production capabilities that the White House argues are essential to national … Read More
Biden Cracks Down on Unsafe De Minimis Shipments
In a significant move to protect American consumers, workers, and businesses, the Biden-Harris administration has announced new measures to crack down on de minimis shipments—low-value imports that often bypass traditional scrutiny. These shipments, typically valued under $800, have been increasingly exploited to flood the U.S. market with unsafe or unfairly traded goods. The new actions focus on enhancing oversight and enforcing stricter trade practices to … Read More