📰 Tariff Newsletter
Latest news and updates on US trade tariffs and import regulations.
A tectonic shift in tariff policy - UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has recently highlighted what it describes as a "tectonic shift in tariff policy." This significant observation, made public on September 17, 2025 , signals a period of potentially profound changes in global trade regulations and customs duties. The phrase "tectonic shift" suggests fundamental and far-reaching alterations, indicating that the landscape of international trade is under…
USTR Seeks Public Comment on Section 301 Investigation of China's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Technology Transfer, Intellectual Property, and Innovation
The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced on September 15, 2025 , that it is seeking public comments regarding an ongoing Section 301 investigation. This request for input focuses on China's acts, policies, and practices, specifically those related to technology transfer, intellectual property, and innovation. The USTR uses Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 to investigate and address un…
Customs duties hit new record in August on tariff revenues - The Hill
Title: Customs duties hit new record in August on tariff revenues - The Hill Published: 2025-09-11T07:00:00.0000000+00:00 Link: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMinAFBVV95cUxOeVFVOGJ0WlRHSzhjTlVhcGNLQkQ1eDFkT0loYU9ib3hhVHZ2R25tS3hZZ3dCOWIwdDAzUEJHa3ZzSnFmcXB0TE9sa21VNnBCejR1RDAzVEgxYzkzTC00d1kyN3dYd3pEM1M4cTF4N29DMVZ5WlNFM1FHbFBzRGE3SzJRY0VXdERPcXRSMEJYUjdnLUJUVUJsWFdZT2XSAaIBQVVfeXFMTk80anlLelNGbDRPdmFJZ0xlS1F…
What to know about online purchases now that Trump has ended the de minimis exemption - marketplace.org
Title: What to know about online purchases now that Trump has ended the de minimis exemption - marketplace.org Published: 2025-09-10T07:00:00.0000000+00:00 Link: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiygFBVV95cUxNMVBBaE5lb0NZM3V6cFJPeEdGLVMteFdXd1pteGRJX3FhclRXZVpid2s0SGxxbFcxd0FDYU9TRV9KbVIzRTUyOVNzYW1PRDgybW9VT1JDLXBiV1V3ZF9fcG1QY1NyYnRHTnNiZ2VMZWEwalkybGJ5cXNjamUyMWtJUTBFUW1PenR3aDNvNWFsMkRrLU5jMTNKTkhrSVFpOUxPT…
New tariff rules bring 'maximum chaos' as surprise charges hit consumers - NBC News
The Biden administration has recently announced significant increases to Section 301 tariffs on a wide range of goods imported from China, a move that is already being described as creating "maximum chaos" and leading to surprise charges for consumers. These tariff adjustments are part of a broader strategy aimed at protecting American jobs and industries, particularly in critical sectors, and addressing national sec…
Priority Trade Issue: Trade Agreements - U.S. Customs and Border Protection (.gov)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has officially designated "Trade Agreements" as a Priority Trade Issue (PTI). This announcement, published on September 4, 2025, signals CBP's heightened focus on compliance within this critical area of international trade. PTIs represent areas identified by CBP as posing significant risks to U.S. economic security, national security, and public safety, often due to high rates…
Ambassador Greer Delivered Remarks at the 2025 National Conservatism Conference
On September 3, 2025, Ambassador Greer delivered remarks at the 2025 National Conservatism Conference. This public appearance by Ambassador Greer is noted as a key event on the trade policy calendar. For importers, customs brokers, and trade compliance officers, speeches by trade ambassadors are often closely watched for insights into potential shifts in U.S. trade policy, upcoming negotiations, or new regulatory pri…