The White House has issued a sweeping executive order that eliminates the longstanding “de minimis” duty-free exemption for low-value imports, effective August 29, 2025. Under 19 U.S.C. §1321(a)(2)(C), shipments valued at $800 or less per person per day were previously allowed into the U.S. without duties or formal customs processing. CBP reports that the volume of de minimis shipments grew from 134 million in 2015 to more than 1.36 billion in 2024. However, … Read More
U.S. Seals Deals with Indonesia, Japan, and the Philippines Ahead of August 1 Tariffs
With just days left until August 1st, when a new wave of U.S. tariffs is set to take effect, some countries have successfully struck deals with Washington to ease the impact on their exports. These agreements, along with retaliatory measures from the European Union and updates on negotiations with other key nations, signal major shifts for global supply chains. Here’s what you need to know: … Read More
Massive U.S. Tariff Increases Coming August 1st
In a strategic and unilateral move, the U.S. government has extended its tariff pause from July 9 to August 1, 2025, and implemented new tariff rates for 14 countries, including key trade partners like Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, and Indonesia. On July 7, 2025, President Trump invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), the National Emergencies Act, and the Trade Act of 1974, reaffirming a national emergency over … 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
Trump’s Global Tariffs Face Legal Setback After Court Decision
In a landmark decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has issued a permanent injunction blocking key portions of former President Trump’s tariff program—potentially reshaping U.S. trade policy. The Trump administration has already filed an appeal, setting the stage for a legal showdown that may ultimately reach the Supreme Court. The ruling stems from the case V.O.S. Selections, Inc. v. Trump (Docket … Read More
Steel Tariffs: A New Challenge for the Automotive Industry
President Donald Trump’s tariffs on imported steel and aluminum have officially gone into effect. While these tariffs do not directly target vehicles, the resulting increase in steel and aluminum costs is expected to raise manufacturing expenses, inevitably pushing up the prices consumers pay for cars. Rising Car Prices A proposed 25% tariff on imported vehicles could lead to substantial price increases. For example, a car … Read More
Trump Announces 25% Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Imports
In a move set to shake global markets and intensify ongoing trade disputes, U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to introduce new 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports. This decision, revealed to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to the Super Bowl in New Orleans, marks a significant escalation of Trump’s aggressive trade policy. Key Highlights of the Announcement: New 25% Tariffs: … Read More