AI Chips, Sanctions, and Compliance
September 04, 2026.
Trade Publications
As artificial intelligence (AI) and its uses expand, so do export controls surrounding these advanced technologies. Why? Most people assume that AI can be used to complete menial tasks at work, brainstorm new ideas, or generate humorous images of their friends – but professional militaries have begun utilizing it as...
Read MoreCAPE Phase III Delayed
August 31, 2026.
Trade Publications
CBP advised the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) on Aug. 25 that, as of Aug. 21, it had processed approximately 26.4 million entries through its CAPE program since launch, accounting for $132.5 billion in potential and certified IEEPA duty refunds. The agency also reported that 22,170 refunds totaling...
Read MoreCanada Updates List of U.S. Products Subject to Counter Tariffs
August 25, 2026.
Trade Publications
Over the last several months Canada and the U.S. have negotiated in good faith to come to a mutually beneficial trade agreement. Unfortunately, the Canadian Government recognized the final offer from the United States as neither fair nor economically sound and no agreement was established. President Trump made the...
Read MoreLes nouveaux tarifs préférentiels UE–Etats Unis
August 21, 2026.
Trade Publications
Les nouveaux tarifs préférentiels UE–Etats‑Unis : une opportunité stratégique à saisir maintenant pour les opérateurs économiques de l’UE Depuis le 1er juillet, l’Union européenne a introduit un nouveau régime tarifaire...
Read More338 Tariffs on Canadian Products Postponed Three Days
August 19, 2026.
Logistics Publications, Trade Publications
President Donald Trump announced on Aug. 18 that he would pause the 50% Section 338 tariffs on an array of Canadian products for three days while the U.S. and Canada continue their trade negotiations. The tariffs were initially scheduled to take effect on Wednesday, Aug. 19, at 12:01 a.m. ET. President Trump...
Read MoreEU Importers: Take Advantage of the New EU–US Preferential Tariff Rates
August 12, 2026.
Trade Publications
Since July 1, 2026, the European Union has introduced a new preferential tariff regime covering a wide range of products originating in the United States. This development offers EU importers a valuable opportunity to reduce their import costs, provided they fully comply with the applicable customs requirements. Preferential Tariff Benefits Worth...
Read MoreBIS Proposes Additional 232 Derivative Articles
August 05, 2026.
Trade Publications
On August 4, 2026, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) published a proposal to expand the scope of Section 232 tariffs to include 14 additional derivative steel, aluminum, and copper articles. This is not notice of immediate changes being implemented, and the affected products are not yet subject to additional Section 232 duties. BIS...
Read MoreExecutive Order: Strengthening Customs Enforcement
August 04, 2026.
Logistics Publications, Trade Publications
On June 3, 2026, President Trump signed a new executive order aimed at increasing enforcement actions for holding importers of record responsible, with particular focus on making sure foreign importers are held accountable for their imports and ensuring their duties get paid. The order establishes new regulatory requirements for maintaining IOR status...
Read MoreLatest on Pharmaceutical Tariffs
July 29, 2026.
Trade Publications
On Tuesday, July 22, Donald Trump said he plans to impose new tariffs on imported generic medicines. The proposed tariffs would not take effect for two years. After that, they would increase to 100% for one year and then...
Read MoreAI Won’t Transform Your Supply Chain. AI In The Right Hands Will.
July 29, 2026.
Logistics Publications, Trade Publications
AI is changing supply chains, as you’ve been told by nearly every single logistics newsletter you've opened this year. Route optimization, demand forecasting, processes that are agentic and allow you to book freight while you sleep. It's all true. All of this is taking place at...
Read MoreNew Global Tariffs imposed after Section 122 Tariffs Expired
July 24, 2026.
Trade Publications
As of July 24, the Office of the United States Trade Representative has imposed new tariffs of 10% or 12.5% (see breakdown below) under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. These tariffs follow the expiration of the temporary 10% Section 122 tariffs on July 24th at 12:01 am. Both the Section 301 and 122 tariffs come after the...
Read MorePresident Trump Issues New Tariffs Against Imports from Canada
July 21, 2026.
Trade Publications
On July 20, 2026, President Trump issued a proclamation declaring the imposition of a new 50% tariff on goods from Canada under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930, which “empowers the President to, among other things, impose duties on imports of a foreign country to offset the burden or disadvantage from a...
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