by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Apr 28, 2026 | Economic trends, Importing, Tariffs
An ongoing trade war may continue, with China issuing US trading probes investigating trade practices. China will launch two investigations, including an examination of whether US measures are disrupting global supply chains. The second probe will examine whether US...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Mar 23, 2026 | Tariffs, Economic trends, Importing
Importers could soon be reimbursed for US imports as the CBP finalizes duty refund program for IEEPA tariffs. On February 20, the Supreme Court deemed President Trump’s International Emergency Powers Act (IEEPA) levies illegal in a 6-3 ruling. Following the ruling,...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Mar 18, 2026 | Customs Clearance, Customs Broker, Importing
While not common for someone who has never imported before, a shipper must understand what an ISF filing is. An Importer Security Filing (ISF), also known as a 10+2, is a form that has important information about a shipment. On the filing, importers must have...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Mar 12, 2026 | Customs Clearance, Customs Broker, Importing
When shipping cargo internationally, understanding how to handle detained shipments is essential. A detained shipment can disrupt your supply chain, increase demurrage costs, and delay product distribution. For importers into the United States, understanding customs...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Mar 11, 2026 | Tariffs, Economic trends, Importing
On March 5, 24 states sued Trump over tariffs imposed under Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act. Following the Supreme Court’s ruling against President Trump’s IEEPA duties, Trump announced Section 122 tariffs. Section 122 allows levies up to 15% for a 150-day period. A...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Mar 11, 2026 | Economic trends, Importing, Supply Chain
International shipping could soon feel the effect of a container ship hit in the Strait of Hormuz. On March 4, the Safeen Prestige vessel was hit by a projectile passing through the strait near Oman. The attack occurred just above the waterline, sparking a fire in the...
