Phase one of CAPE officially launches April 20, as U.S. Customs and Border Protection rolls out its new refund portal through ACE designed to process refunds tied to the now-struck-down IEEPA tariffs.
Trump Adjusts Section 232 Tariffs
Following an April 2 announcement, President Trump is adjusting Section 232 tariffs on steel, aluminum, and copper imports, with new duties taking effect April 6.
Trump Threatening A 100% Tariff
riff tensions are heating up again 💊⚠️ as Donald Trump threatens a massive 100% tariff on imported pharmaceuticals—impacting major players like Pfizer and Novo Nordisk.
CBP Finalizes Duty Refund Program
Big news for importers 🚨 — reimbursements may soon be on the way. The US US Customs and Border Protection is on a process of creating a new refund system after the Supreme Court deemed Trump’s IEEPA tariffs illegal.
What Is An ISF Filing?
If you’re new to importing, one term you can’t afford to overlook is the Importer Security Filing (ISF)—also known as “10+2.” This critical filing, required by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, contains key details about your shipment.
How to Handle Detained Shipments
Not understanding how customs holds work can lead to detained shipments. A detained shipment can quickly derail your supply chain—leading to costly demurrage fees, delayed deliveries, and frustrated customers.
Container Ship Hit In The Strait of Hormuz
A major shipping lane is back in the spotlight after the container vessel Safeen Prestige was struck by a projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on March 4.
Iran War Disrupting Shipping
After what Donald Trump described as “major combat operations,” strikes on Iranian targets have intensified fears of wider conflict, putting critical oil routes and international shipping lanes on edge.
Trump Imposing Section 122 Tariffs
After the Supreme Court of the United States struck down President Donald Trump’s tariffs under IEEPA on February 20, the administration pivoted fast—announcing new levies under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974.
Supreme Court Ruled Against Trump’s Tariffs
A major shift in U.S. trade policy just made headlines ⚖️🇺🇸 The Supreme Court has ruled against the sweeping tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Powers Act (IEEPA).