
De Minimis Ends for China and Hong Kong
The U.S. is closing a long-standing trade loophole that once allowed millions of parcels from China to enter the country duty-free. From 2 May 2025, the de minimis threshold—which exempts…
The U.S. is closing a long-standing trade loophole that once allowed millions of parcels from China to enter the country duty-free. From 2 May 2025, the de minimis threshold—which exempts…
President Trump announcement on April 9, of a 90-day pause on retaliatory tariffs for US trading partners outside China has given importers a brief window to recalibrate - but it…
Frequent changes in US trade policies are creating challenges for shippers, with no immediate solution in sight for handling imports under the de minimis exemption. The US administration initially excluded…
Parcel deliveries are vital for businesses across all sectors, from retail and manufacturing to pharmaceuticals. As new customs processes come into effect for goods moving from Great Britain to Northern…
Companies across manufacturing, retail, and food industries are adjusting to shifting trade policies, as the US government partially rolls back tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico. President Trump signed…
US President Donald Trump has announced a new phase in his protectionist trade policies, introducing a 25% tariff on all imports of cars, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors. The move aligns with…
With President Trump’s new levies imposed on February 4th, Chinese imports into the US now face a 10% tariff increase, while China has responded with its own tariffs of up…
While the potential introduction of tariffs may bring increased costs and logistical hurdles, with the right strategies and expert support, businesses can navigate these changes successfully. At Global Forwarding, we…
The Import Control System 2 (ICS2) is the EU’s advanced customs technology aimed at enhancing supply chain security and facilitating smooth trade across its external borders. As of 4th December…