Practical guides on tariff classification, trade policy, and customs compliance for importers and e-commerce teams.
Section 301 tariffs on Chinese goods have evolved significantly since their introduction in 2018. This guide breaks down the current rate schedules, exclusion processes, and how they stack with new IEEPA surcharges in 2026.
Misclassifying a product under the wrong HTS code can result in underpaid duties, CBP penalties, and shipment delays. Here is a step-by-step method for finding the correct 10-digit HTS number for any product you import.
Selling into the European Union means navigating OSS registration, distance selling thresholds, and the new IOSS rules for low-value shipments under €150. This guide covers everything e-commerce sellers need to know.
Most-Favored-Nation rates apply by default, but if your goods qualify under a Free Trade Agreement like USMCA, KORUS, or EU-UK TCA, you could pay zero duty. Here is how to determine eligibility and claim the right rate.
De minimis thresholds determine when a shipment is too low-value to attract customs duties. The US recently lowered its threshold for Chinese-origin goods. This guide tracks the current threshold for 40+ destination markets.
Customs duties are calculated on the declared transaction value of goods — but what exactly counts as transaction value? This primer covers the six WTO valuation methods, transfer pricing issues, and how CBP audits work.
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