On: June 4, 2025 By: Kari Crane
A federal court strikes down key Trump-era tariffs, raising big questions for trade strategy. Plus, U.S.-China tensions escalate with new tech export bans, DOJ ramps up customs enforcement and Commerce weighs a shift in how duties are calculated. Your June briefing is here!
On: May 28, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Get a clear, in-depth look at reciprocal tariffs—what they are, how they can be used and what they mean for U.S. importers. The final part in our four-part A Deeper Look video series for Passages Premium members.
On: May 21, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Get a clear, in-depth look at IEEPA and presidential tariff power—what it means, how it can be used and what it mean for U.S. importers. Part three of our four-part A Deeper Look video series for Passages Premium members.
On: May 19, 2025 By: Kari Crane
FOB (Free On Board) means different things in domestic and international trade. Learn the key differences between U.S. FOB and Incoterms 2020 FOB, when to use FCA instead and how to avoid costly shipping mistakes.
On: May 14, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Estimating your international shipping costs? Start with our easy-to-use CBM Calculator to find out exactly how much space your cargo takes. You'll also learn the key differences between CBM, chargeable weight and volumetric weight—so you can avoid costly surprises.
On: May 14, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Get a clear, in-depth look at Section 232 tariffs—what they are, how they’re used and what they mean for U.S. importers. Part two of our four-part A Deeper Look video series for Passages Premium members.
On: May 7, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Get a clear, in-depth look at Section 301 tariffs—what they are, how they’re used and what they mean for U.S. importers. Part one of our four-part A Deeper Look video series for Passages Premium members.
On: May 5, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Watch the May 2025 International Trade Briefing for key updates on sweeping U.S. trade policy changes, new tariffs, de minimis shifts and legal battles over presidential trade powers—plus why BIS is urging exporters to get End-Use Certificates, even for low-risk EAR99 shipments.
On: April 2, 2025 By: Kari Crane
Curious about what the U.S. imports the most? From cars and oil to computers and vaccines, discover the top U.S. imports—and how you can stay ahead of shifting trade policies by accurately calculating your import costs.
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