Section 232 Updates Reshape the Metal Import Landscape The U.S. government has once again expanded its trade measures on imported metals, introducing major changes to tariffs on aluminum, steel, copper, and products made from those materials. In a pair of proclamations issued in April and June 2026, the Trump administration strengthened existing Section 232 tariffs,…
Where Does Your Coffee Come From? Nearly two-thirds of American adults drink coffee every day. For many of us, that morning cup is as routine as brushing our teeth. But how often do we stop and ask a simple question, ‘Where did this coffee come from, and how was it harvested?’ More importantly, could forced…
If you are an exporter, chances are you’ve had questions about complying with the export regulations. Understanding the regulations is one thing; applying them correctly in real-world situations is another. If you’ve ever wondered whether other exporters struggle with the same challenges, you’re not alone. Test your export compliance knowledge with some of the most…
President Trump touted that tariff was one of his favorite words and he has been doing everything in his power to have additional tariffs stick on certain products and/or countries since the beginning of his second time in office. Earlier this month, the White House hosted a Small Business Summit. I saw some of the…
When a Shipment Becomes a Crisis and How Export Violations Can Cripple a Company What do General Electric Company, Precision Castparts, RTX, and 3D Systems Corporation all have in common? If you said they all have a public settlement for allegations of violating ITAR regulations, you’re right! In global trade, there’s always pressure to move…
Well, the day has come that every importer has been holding their breath for… the ability to get back the IEEPA refunds that had been paid. On April 20, CBP’s CAPE system became available for importers or customs brokers to file for refunds under Phase 1, after SCOTUS ruled that the IEEPA tariffs were illegal….
When I think about artificial intelligence, my mind goes straight to the movies. Blade Runner, The Terminator, RoboCop, and of course, Johnny Five from Short Circuit. “Johnny Five is alive!” Still one of the best lines. More recent films like Ex Machina and Her push the idea even further, showing AI as something deeply embedded…
It feels like we’re living in a never‑ending cycle of “Breaking News” alerts when it comes to IEEPA tariffs—and now Section 122 headlines have joined the party. The first major shake‑up landed on February 20, 2026, when SCOTUS ruled the IEEPA tariffs unlawful. Since the Court left the question of importer refunds unanswered, everyone has…
As a Sports Mom, I am familiar with IMG Academy in Bradenton Florida and was shocked to learn that it had violated the export regulations. IMG is an elite sports academy with a state-of-the-art campus that any athlete would drool over, assuming you have over $100,000 per year for attendance. IMG has produced numerous professional…
Well, the moment we have all been waiting for since November 5 has finally arrived. Can we stop holding our breath now? SCOTUS issued their opinion on the IEEPA tariffs In the 170-page document , it covers the Supreme Court opinion addressing whether the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) authorizes the President to impose…