Trump Signals Possible Return to 25% Tariffs on South Korea
January 27, 2026.
Trade Publications
The global trade landscape has once again shifted, as President Trump signaled that tariffs on South Korean imports may increase to 25%, even after a recent agreement aimed at stabilizing trade relations. This development serves as a reminder that tariff policy can evolve rapidly and is often used to prompt action...
Read MoreNew Section 232 Tariffs on Semiconductor Articles
January 15, 2026.
Trade Publications
On January 14, 2026, President Trump signed a proclamation under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, establishing new tariffs on imported Semiconductor Articles. Beginning January 15, 2026 imports of certain items containing semiconductors will be subject to a 25%. The White...
Read MoreTrump Postpones Tariff Increases on Furniture and Cabinet Imports
January 06, 2026.
Trade Publications
The Trump administration has announced a one-year postponement of scheduled tariff increases on imported upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets, and vanities, easing near-term cost pressures on a category that has already seen significant price inflation. Under a new presidential proclamation issued over the New Year’s holiday, higher duty...
Read MoreMexico Raises Tariffs on Imports from China
December 31, 2025.
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The mexican government, through the Ministry of Economy, announced a package of tariffs on products originating from China and other countries without free trade agreements with Mexico. This measure, approved in December by the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate, aims to strengthen domestic industry, correct trade imbalances, and generate...
Read MoreMéxico incrementa aranceles a importaciones desde China
December 31, 2025.
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El Gobierno Federal anunció por medio de la Secretaría de Economía un paquete de aranceles para productos provenientes de China y otros países sin tratados de libre comercio con México. Esta medida, aprobada en diciembre por la Cámara de...
Read MoreU.S. Trade Trends According to CBP: 2025 Snapshot
December 17, 2025.
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The latest CBP trade statistics reveal significant shifts in the value of trade-remedy duties assessed, reflecting evolving U.S. trade policy and enforcement actions under several statutes. Trade Policy Impact on Tariff Revenue Under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, which addresses national security–related tariffs, duties collected...
Read MoreThe New U.S.–South Korea Trade Agreement: A Reset for Tariffs, Investment and Strategic Industries
December 04, 2025.
Trade Publications
The U.S. and South Korea have unveiled a new trade and investment package that resets tariffs, injects large-scale Korean capital into U.S. industries, and expands bilateral cooperation in several strategic sectors. While the complete legal text has not yet been released, the two governments have published enough detail...
Read MoreSection 301 Exclusions Extended
December 01, 2025.
Trade Publications
The USTR announced that 178 product-specific exclusions under the Section 301 tariffs on imports from China have been extended until November 10, 2026. These exclusions—covering a wide range of industrial, manufacturing and medical goods (including solar-manufacturing equipment, machinery, EV-related components, and medical supplies)—were originally set...
Read MorePreparing for Potential IEEPA Tariff Refunds
November 17, 2025.
Trade Publications
As the Supreme Court weighs the legality of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), importers should plan ahead. If these duties are overturned, companies with a strong compliance foundation will be best positioned to secure timely refunds by filing protests. Steps importers...
Read MoreTariff Rollbacks on Coffee, Tropical Fruits, and Over 200 Food Products
November 17, 2025.
Trade Publications
The White House has announced one of its largest food-sector tariff reversals to date, rolling back reciprocal tariffs on more than 200 agricultural products, including everyday staples like coffee, bananas, cocoa, beef, tea, fruit juices, and spices. The move comes amid rising concern over grocery prices and follows a wave of...
Read MoreThe New U.S.–Switzerland/Liechtenstein Trade Framework
November 17, 2025.
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The United States has announced a new trade framework with Switzerland and Liechtenstein that sets the stage for a more predictable and modern trading relationship. While the final agreement is expected in early 2026, the outline already gives businesses a clear sense of where policy is heading: lower tariffs, major investment...
Read MoreIEEPA Tariffs – U.S. Supreme Court Hearing
November 06, 2025.
Trade Publications
Yesterday, November 5, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments on one of the most consequential questions of the term: whether President Trump lawfully may impose sweeping import duties, via executive order, under the IEEPA statute. IEEPA was enacted in 1977 to give the president emergency powers to regulate foreign transactions. ...
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