📰 Tariff Newsletter
Latest news and updates on US trade tariffs and import regulations.
Ambassador Jamieson Greer's Remarks at the 2025 National Conservatism Conference
On September 3, 2025 , Ambassador Jamieson Greer delivered remarks at the 2025 National Conservatism Conference. While the specific details and content of Ambassador Greer's speech have not been publicly released in this context, such addresses by prominent figures often provide insights into potential future directions for trade policy, economic strategy, or regulatory focus. For importers, customs brokers, and trad…
Public Hearing Regarding Section 301 Investigation into Certain Acts, Policies, and Practices of Brazil
On September 2, 2025 , a public hearing was held as part of an ongoing Section 301 investigation into certain acts, policies, and practices of Brazil. This investigation, conducted under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, allows the United States to respond to foreign trade practices deemed unfair or discriminatory. The public hearing serves as a critical step in the process, providing an opportunity for intereste…
Short-Run Effects of 2025 Tariffs So Far - The Budget Lab
A new report titled "Short-Run Effects of 2025 Tariffs So Far," published on September 2, 2025, by The Budget Lab, indicates that tariffs implemented during 2025 are already demonstrating observable short-term impacts. This analysis is a critical development for importers, customs brokers, and trade compliance officers who must navigate the evolving landscape of international trade regulations. While the summary info…
End of de minimis shipping could be biggest Trump tariff of all for many U.S. businesses - CNBC
A recent article published by CNBC on August 29, 2025 , highlights a significant potential shift in U.S. import regulations: the possible elimination of de minimis shipping. The CNBC piece suggests that ending de minimis could represent "the biggest Trump tariff of all" for many U.S. businesses, signaling a potentially profound impact on import costs and procedures. The de minimis rule currently allows goods valued b…
United States Seeks Mexico’s Review of Alleged Denial of Workers’ Rights at Alimentos Grole, S.A. de C.V.
On August 28, 2025 , the United States announced it is seeking a review from Mexico regarding an alleged denial of workers’ rights at Alimentos Grole, S.A. de C.V. This action represents a formal request by the U.S. government for its Mexican counterpart to investigate and address concerns related to labor practices within the specified company. Such requests are typically initiated when there are indications that wo…
This rule made many online purchases dirt cheap for U.S. consumers. Now it's ending - NPR
A significant shift is on the horizon for U.S. importers, customs brokers, and trade compliance officers, as a rule that has historically made many online purchases "dirt cheap" for U.S. consumers is reportedly coming to an end. This development, as highlighted in news published on August 28, 2025 , signals a potential change in the cost structure for a wide array of imported goods. While the specific rule in questio…
De minimis: How US shoppers will be hit as the tariff exemption ends - BBC
A significant shift in U.S. import regulations is on the horizon, as indicated by an upcoming BBC report titled "De minimis: How US shoppers will be hit as the tariff exemption ends." This article, scheduled for publication on August 28, 2025 , signals the impending conclusion of the long-standing de minimis tariff exemption for goods imported into the United States. The end of the de minimis exemption is poised to d…