Tariff & Trade Insights
Expert analysis on U.S. tariff policy, HS code classification, landed cost calculations, and trade compliance strategies for importers.
Supply Chain Diversification Beyond China: Where to Source in 2026
With China tariffs stacking to 40-65%+, supply chain diversification is urgent. Compare tariff rates, lead times, and total costs for Vietnam, Mexico, India, Thailand, and Indonesia — plus a framework for evaluating your move.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's Tariffs: What the IEEPA Ruling Means for Importers
In a landmark 6–3 decision, the Supreme Court ruled that IEEPA does not authorize the President to impose tariffs, striking down the Liberation Day and fentanyl tariffs. Over $175 billion in refunds may be at stake — here's what importers need to know and do right now.
Global Trade Outlook 2026: Tariff Trends, Policy Shifts, and What Importers Need to Know
The global trade landscape in 2026 features the highest tariff rates since the 1930s. This report analyzes current policy, SCOTUS implications, nearshoring trends, and provides 7 actionable steps for importers.
AI-Assisted Tariff Compliance: How AI Is Transforming Trade in 2026
AI is fundamentally changing trade compliance by automating HS code classification, tariff lookups, and landed cost calculations. Learn how AI tools reduce errors and help SMBs navigate complex tariff regulations.
Customs Duty Relief Programs: FTZs, Drawback, Bonded Warehouses, and TIBs Explained
U.S. importers paying high tariffs have four major duty relief programs available: Foreign Trade Zones, duty drawback, bonded warehouses, and TIBs. Learn how each works, compare them side-by-side, and choose the right one.
New AD/CVD Duties on Chinese Fiberglass Door Panels: What Importers Need to Know
The Commission hereby gives notice of the scheduling of the final phase of antidumping and countervailing duty investigation Nos. 701-TA-758 and 731-TA-1739 (Final) pursuant to the Tariff Act of 1930 to determine whether an industry in the United States is materially injured or threatened with material injury, or the establishment of an industry in the United States is materially retarded, by reason of imports of fiberglass door panels from China, provided for in subheading 3925.20.00 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, preliminarily determined by the Department of Commerce ("Commerce") to be subsidized and sold at less-than-fair-value.
Mattresses From Mexico: Initiation of Circumvention Inquiry on the Antidumping Duty Order
The U.S. Commerce Department is investigating whether Mexican mattress components assembled in the U.S. are circumventing antidumping duties, potentially affecting retailers and manufacturers who source springs, foam, and other parts from Mexico.
How to Calculate Your True Tariff Costs: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
If you've been importing goods into the United States in the past year, your bills are bigger — much bigger. The average tariff rate hit 16% in 2025, the highest in over 80 years. Learn how to calculate your true landed costs and stop overpaying.
SCOTUS Tariff Ruling: What Small Businesses Need to Know and How to Prepare
The Supreme Court is reviewing whether IEEPA tariffs are constitutional. Learn what's at stake and how to protect your refund eligibility.
Best Tariff Analysis Tools & Import Duty Calculators (2026 Comparison)
Updated comparison of tariff calculators for 2026, including Flexport alternatives, Section 232 annex awareness, AI chat, bulk upload, and CF-7501 workflow support.
What Is an HS Code? Complete Classification Guide for Importers (2026)
An HS code is a standardized international product classification number that determines customs duties, import requirements, and trade regulations.
Importing from China in 2025-2026: Tariff Rates, Risks, and Alternatives
U.S. importers face a complex tariff landscape when sourcing from China in 2025-2026, with combined duty rates ranging from 25% to 145% depending on product category due to base MFN duties, Section 301 tariffs, and new reciprocal tariffs. Most consumer goods, electronics, and industrial products now