Importers are facing a more complicated duty environment than ever. Normal customs duty is only one part of the total cost. Many importers may also face Section 301 tariffs, Section 232 steel or aluminum duties, antidumping and countervailing duties, merchandise processing fees, harbor maintenance fees, and other CBP charges.

Customs refunds are changing. U.S. Customs and Border Protection now issues refunds electronically through Automated Clearing House, commonly called ACH, subject to limited exceptions. This change affects importers, customs brokers, suppliers, sureties, drawback claimants, foreign trade zone operators, and other parties that may receive customs related refunds from CBP.

What CAPE Is and Why It Exists The Supreme Court struck down the IEEPA tariff authority. Court orders in Atmus Filtration v. United States and Euro Nations Florida Inc. v. United States directed CBP to refund what it collected. CBP needed a way to handle the volume without grinding through entries one at a time.

New Tariff Rules Took Effect April 23, 2026. Here's What Importers Need to Check. If your business buys things from overseas, the U.S. government just updated the tariff rules again. The latest update is called HTS Revision 6. It took effect April 23, 2026. Don't panic. The update is mostly small fixes, not a whole new system. But the rules around steel, aluminum, and copper changed for the second time in two weeks, and there are a few things every importer should double-chec

How the right partner keeps your shipments moving, your costs predictable, and your compliance solid International trade can feel simple on paper: buy, ship, clear, deliver. In real life, it is a fast moving puzzle of classification, origin, valuation, partner government agency requirements, security programs, and tariff changes that can turn a profitable import into an expensive surprise.

Navigating the world of international trade can be complex, especially when it comes to customs regulations. Customs brokerage plays a crucial role in ensuring that goods move smoothly across borders. This guide will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of customs brokerage, its importance, and how it works.