Navigating Tariff Uncertainty in 2025
2025 has been a year of tariff uncertainty. Everyone in the import world now recognizes terms or phrases such as “IEEPA,” “170% tariff on Chinese-made products,” “Origin Criteria,” “Section 301,” “Section 232 Auto Parts”, “Section 232 Steel and Aluminum”, “Reciprocal Tariffs”, “Duty Drawback”, and most recently, “The Court of International Trade.”
Businesses are having a hard time planning, supply chains are struggling to keep up, and pricing is difficult to calculate for products. So, what can importers and exporters do to navigate these challenges?
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- Stay tuned to reliable industry sources: Keeping up with the latest news and updates from trusted sources can help you stay informed about changes and developments in tariffs and trade regulations.
- Talk to your customs broker: Your customs broker can provide valuable insights and guidance on how to handle tariff-related issues and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Don’t assume – check the facts: Always verify information before making decisions. Double-check the country of origin and other relevant details to avoid costly mistakes.
- Consider hiring a trade attorney: A trade attorney can offer expert advice and representation in complex tariff matters. Cargo Services works with several trade attorneys, including Rock Trade Law, Sandler Travis and Rosenberg, and Diaz Trade Law. Consider retaining one for future needs.
Cargo Services has two brokers in-house and a staff with the experience to help answer some of the toughest import and export questions. Visit our resource pages below for more information.