On: November 28, 2022 By: Leslie Glick
The Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) unveiled new restrictions on exports to China, including advanced semiconductors and advanced chips that are used in artificial intelligence and electric vehicles. A look at the new rules and how they were implemented.
On: July 11, 2022 By: Leslie Glick
The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act creates a rebuttable presumption that goods produced in whole or in part in the Xinjiang region of China are produced with forced labor and therefore prohibited from importation. CBP has issued guidance to help importers comply with the new law.
On: December 6, 2021 By: Leslie Glick
The U.S. and EU reach an agreement to modify current Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs and halt retaliatory tariffs on U.S. products entering the EU. We look at the timing of the agreement, how it will work and how to apply for individual product exclusions, which will still be available.
On: November 8, 2021 By: Leslie Glick
Section 301 has been used to impose billions of dollars in tariffs on goods imported from China, and until recently, the Biden administration hadn't taken action to reinstate tariff exclusions that expired at the end of last year. Recent comments by Trade Representative Katherine Tai indicate that could soon change.
On: August 30, 2021 By: Leslie Glick
President Biden recently released more specifics about his Buy American plan: Goods purchased with taxpayer dollars will need to be at least 75% American-made by 2029. From higher costs to less access to waivers, here's a look at how importers and exporters may be impacted.
On: June 21, 2021 By: Leslie Glick
Buy American has become an increasingly important part of President Biden's economic plan. We take a look at proposed legislation and policy changes that will affect importers and exporters during a time of increased government spending on infrastructure.
On: April 19, 2021 By: Leslie Glick
President Biden's Buy American executive order shows a commitment to preserve American jobs. Though we don't yet know exactly how the initiative will affect trade, exporters should watch for how other countries react and importers who sell to government agencies should watch developments.
On: March 15, 2021 By: Leslie Glick
What does trade look like between the United States and the United Kingdom in a post-Brexit world? The U.S. has much to gain from a trade deal, especially if were to open up sectors such as health care and agriculture. A look at some of the challenges ahead and the mini-deals that have already been made.
On: February 15, 2021 By: Leslie Glick
Many companies weren't familiar with Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 until the Trump administration used it to impose tariffs on China beginning in 2018. A look at how companies were affected and the outlook under a new administration. This is the third part in our Section 301 series.
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