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    How Changes to Mexico's Textile Tariffs and the IMMEX Program Will Impact Ecommerce

    Mexico's textile-related tariff hikes and amendments to the IMMEX program mean higher costs and potential disruptions for companies importing into Mexico.

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    Supply Chain Snapshots (Week of October 14, 2024): A Recap of Industry News You Can’t Miss

    This week's supply chain news: a new tariff exclusion process, a Chicago rail cargo theft, the latest automation discourse (in light of the recent strike), and more.

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  • Empty container chassis trailers parked in a yard with green truck cabs and shipping containers in the background
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    U.S. Administration Takes Executive Action on Section 321 De Minimis Imports: What We Know So Far and What to Expect Next

    The Biden Administration's executive action aims to crack down on de minimis shipments. Here's how it may affect businesses importing into the U.S.

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    The Shifting Landscape of U.S.-China Trade: What You Should Know about Section 301 Tariffs

    On May 14, 2024, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) published their four-year review in regards to the Section 301 tariffs on certain Chinese-origin products, signaling a major policy shift.

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  • Aerial view of a container port at sunset with gantry cranes, docked cargo ships, and rows of stacked containers
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    Past Expiration: U.S. Imports from GSP countries Surprise

    The U.S. allowed its General System of Preferences (GSP) to expire in December 2020. This was expected to dent their exports to the US - We found they actually increased.

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    Six Ways to Turn Chaos into Opportunity: What Customs Experts Want You to Know

    While customs knowledge and expertise likely won’t solve the global supply chain crisis, it can help you turn chaos into a strategic competitive advantage.

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    Revisiting Section 301 Tariffs - The State of Trade

    The Biden administration may have limited opportunities and appetite to remove Section 301 duties on imports from China. Supply chains may already be adapting to a tariffs-for-longer scenario.

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    How Importers and Exporters Can Claim Millions in Duty Drawback

    This month marks the fourth anniversary of Section 301 tariffs. Learn more about the benefits of a duty drawback program from the perspective of two customers who claimed huge refunds.

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