One of the most critical components of this process is the proper classification of goods under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS).| Export Solutions, Inc.
It has been a crazy and volatile year when it comes to import tariffs. From the tariffs threats to the implementation to the pauses on certain tariffs, you never know what you are going to wake up to from one day to the next. Last week was no different. On May 28, the US Court... The post IEEPA Tariffs Struck Down by CIT appeared first on Export Solutions, Inc..| Export Solutions, Inc.
Ok, I know I told you all last post we were going to talk about exceptions and exemptions, and you were probably super excited to read my deep dive into how to take advantage of them, but I changed my mind. Yes, cue the cliché about “women changing their minds” but seriously, something else has... The post Talk to Me – Tariff Terror appeared first on Export Solutions, Inc..| Export Solutions, Inc.
A Noteworthy Conference with Strong Messages There has been a lot of chatter regarding the recent Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) annual Update Conference on Export Controls and Policy, which took place recently in March. This year’s conference was particularly noteworthy as it marked the first time Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick addressed export controls... The post BIS 2025: Smarter Enforcement and Focus on China appeared first on Export Solutions, Inc..| Export Solutions, Inc.
Background: Why These Changes Matter Recently(ish), space-related changes have been made—and are still in the process—to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), with regards to categories IV and XV and classification 9A, C, D and E515 in the EAR. Remember the initial idea of change (Advanced Notice of Proposed... The post Help Me, Help You… Space Industry Changes in EAR and ITAR appeared first on Export Solutions, Inc..| Export Solutions, Inc.
By now, we have all seen the updates to the Boycott Requester List from the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), with the most recent update on April 3, 2025. This blog aims to address the fundamental question: What exactly is this list, and more critically, what are the implications if an... The post What is the Boycott Requester List Anyway? appeared first on Export Solutions, Inc..| Export Solutions, Inc.
With the recent imposition of additional 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, many companies are seeking ways to alleviate the financial burden of these extra duties. Some traditional duty-saving methods, such as duty drawback, are no longer viable due to these new tariffs. As a result, companies are exploring alternative strategies to maintain... The post How Chapter 98 Can Help Mitigate Additional Costs appeared first on Export Solutions, Inc..| Export Solutions, Inc.
As the global trade landscape continues to evolve, U.S. trade policies remain a central focus, particularly in relation to steel and aluminum imports. On March 12, 2025, President Donald Trump’s administration is set to implement significant expansions to the Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum—an action that promises to further shape the future of... The post What to Expect with the Section 232 Tariff Expansions appeared first on Export Solutions, Inc..| Export Solutions, Inc.
Tariffs, a tax on imports, have historically been used to support domestic industries and are primarily imposed for two reasons: to protect domestic industries by raising the cost of imported goods, and/or to generate revenue for the government. However, they can often also result in reduced trade, higher prices, and retaliation. What is a tariff?... The post The Impact of Tariffs: Who Benefits and Who Bears the Cost? appeared first on Export Solutions, Inc..| Export Solutions, Inc.
With the new administration , are there going to be tariff increases on day 1? Can Trump increase tariffs without Congress's approval?| Export Solutions, Inc.