by Scott Frederick | May 1, 2025 | Global Logistics Alerts
Canada and Mexico Goods Now Exempt to Some Tariffs
In an Executive Order (EO) issued yesterday, April 29, 2025, the President amended recent tariff actions on products of Canada or Mexico, including automotive tariffs, Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs, and tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The significant amendment means these tariffs do not stack on top of each other.
Read the proclamation:
https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/addressing-certain-tariffs-on-imported-articles/
Automobiles and Automobile parts may be eligible to apply for an import adjustment offset
In another Presidential Proclamation on automobiles and automobile parts, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) may be eligible to apply for an import adjustment offset amount equal to 3.75 percent of the aggregate Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) value of all automobiles assembled in the U.S. in the next year. The Commerce Secretary will establish a process within 30 days for applying for this credit. Manufacturers who are approved will be able to list their suppliers, who may also be eligible for the credit.
Read the proclamation:
https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/amendments-to-adjusting-imports-of-automobiles-and-automobile-parts-into-the-united-states/
Drawback: Trade Remedies Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
FAQs from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency:
https://www.cbp.gov/trade/automated/news/drawback/drawback-trade-remedies-frequently-asked-questions
by Scott Frederick | Apr 30, 2025 | Global Logistics Alerts
Notice of Implementation of Additional Duties on Imports from China and Hong Kong
Effective May 2, 2025, products with the origin of China and Hong Kong imported to the United States will no longer be eligible for the de minimis exemption for duty-free treatment. All entries must be filed, and cargo must arrive prior to May 1, 2025, 11:59 p.m. EST to be eligible for de minimis treatment.
Read the 04/28/2025 U.S. Customs and Border Protection Notice here:
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/04/28/2025-07325/notice-of-implementation-of-additional-duties-on-products-of-the-peoples-republic-of-china-pursuant
by Scott Frederick | Apr 24, 2025 | Global Logistics Alerts
Courier firm DHL to suspend global shipments of more than $800 to US due to new customs rules
DHL, the international courier firm, will temporarily pause shipments to the U.S. for items with a declared value of more than $800, the company announced in a notice. The announcement said that, starting Monday, the company will stop collecting and shipping orders from businesses abroad to private individual customers in the U.S. if the declared custom value exceeds $800.
Read More:
https://www.dhl.com/us-en/home/important-information/2025/shipments-to-the-united-states-with-a-customs-value-exceeding-usd-800.html
https://thehill.com/business/5258076-dhl-temporarily-pauses-us-shipments-over-800/?tbref=hp
by Scott Frederick | Apr 24, 2025 | News
Logistics Plus is Named a 2025 Top 100 Logistics & Supply Chain Technology Provider
It’s the third straight year that Logistics Plus has been named to the annual Inbound Logistics magazine list.
ERIE, PA (April 24, 2025) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a global leader in transportation, logistics, and unique supply chain solutions, is proud to announce that it has been named a Top 100 Logistics & Supply Chain Technology Provider for 2025 by Inbound Logistics magazine. The list, curated annually by the editors of Inbound Logistics, recognizes 100 logistics companies whose solutions are central to solving transportation, logistics, and supply chain challenges and whose customer successes are well-documented.
“The editorial selection committee had their work cut out for them, especially with all the new entrants and solutions in the market, ultimately selecting only 100 technology solutions leaders from the 400+ candidates who submitted their credentials,” said Felecia Stratton, Editor for Inbound Logistics. “Our Top 100 list provides crucial decision support for our audience, all the more important this year considering the need and the innovations coming online.”
The Top 100 Logistics IT Providers list appears in all the April 2025 magazine editions and will be posted online and promoted across the various Inbound Logistics media platforms. View the list online at https://www.inboundlogistics.com/articles/top-100-logistics-it-providers/ or read the April 2025 digital edition of Inbound Logistics at https://www.inboundlogistics.com/digital-editions/.
A Logistics Plus TMS case study and advertisement are also showcased in the magazine.
About Inbound Logistics
Inbound Logistics (IL) is the pioneering magazine empowering demand-driven enterprises. IL’s educational mission is to guide businesses to efficiently manage logistics, reduce and speed inventory, and neutralize transportation cost increases by aligning supply to demand and adjusting enterprise functions to support that paradigm shift. More information about demand-driven enterprise practices is available at inboundlogistics.com.
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP) is a 21st Century Logistics Company™ and a leading worldwide provider of transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, global logistics, business intelligence, technology, and unique supply chain solutions. When the world changes, Logistics Plus® delivers. Founded in 1996, today LP has annual global sales of over $600M with more than 1,200 employees located in 50+ countries worldwide. LP is recognized as one of the fastest-growing privately-owned logistics companies, a top 3PL provider, a top 100 logistics company, a top freight brokerage and warehousing provider, and a great place to work. With a Passion For Excellence™, its employees put the PLUS in LOGISTICS by doing the big things properly, plus the countless little things that together ensure complete customer satisfaction and success. Learn more at logisticsplus.com or download our media & press kit.
by Scott Frederick | Apr 22, 2025 | Global Logistics Alerts
Notice of Action and Proposed Action in Section 301 Investigation of China’s Targeting the Maritime, Logistics, and Shipbuilding Sectors for Dominance, Request for Comments
The Trump Administration issued an order that could dramatically change global distribution patterns, or create some interesting distribution challenges as companies work to avoid fees. Read notice here:
https://ustr.gov/sites/default/files/files/Press/Releases/2025/301%20Ships%20-%20Action%20FRN%204-17.pdf
The new order spells out the following (from Armada Corporate Intelligence):
1. Fees for Chinese-Owned and Operated Ships
• Grace Period: $0 for the first 180 days (until October 14, 2025).
• Phase 1 (October 14, 2025 – April 17, 2026):
• Fee: $50 per net ton per U.S. voyage (applied up to 5 times annually per vessel).
• Per Container Equivalent: ~$120 per container unloaded.
• Annual Increases:
• 2026–2027: $80 per net ton ($190 per container).
• 2027–2028: $110 per net ton ($220 per container).
• By April 17, 2028: $140 per net ton ($250 per container).
2. Fees for Chinese-Built Ships (Owned by Non-Chinese Entities)
• Grace Period: $0 for the first 180 days (until October 14, 2025).
• Phase 1 (October 14, 2025 – April 17, 2026):
• Fee: $18 per net ton per voyage (applied up to 5 times annually per vessel).
• Per Container Equivalent: ~$45 per container unloaded
• Annual Increases:
• 2026–2027: $23 per net ton ($170 per container).
• 2027–2028: $28 per net ton ($220 per container).
• By April 17, 2028: $33 per net ton ($250 per container).
3. Car Carrier Fees (Foreign-Built, Non-U.S.)
• Grace Period: $0 until October 14, 2025.
• Post-Grace Period: $150 per car equivalent (CEU) unit.
4. Exemptions
• Empty vessels arriving to load U.S. exports (e.g., coal, grain).
• Ships with capacity ≤4,000 TEU (containers) or ≤55,000 deadweight tons (bulk carriers).
• Vessels operating in the Great Lakes or traveling <2,000 nautical miles to U.S. ports.
• U.S.-flagged carriers in short-sea shipping (e.g., Hawaii routes).
5. LNG Carrier Restrictions (Phase 2)
• Begins in 2028: Gradual restrictions on foreign-built LNG carriers transporting U.S. LNG.
• Full restrictions by 2047: Only U.S.-built LNG carriers allowed for U.S. exports.
6. Waivers for U.S.-Built Ship Orders
• Operators can avoid fees if they order U.S.-built ships of equivalent capacity within 3 years.
Impact on Per-Container Costs
• By 2028, fees could add $250 per container for Chinese-owned ships and $250 per container for Chinese-built ships.
• For context, a typical 10,000-TEU container ship could face $2.5 million in fees per voyage under the 2028 rates.
Industry Implications: Just based on early assessments, there are some early impacts that are worth considering. For most product types, the extra container fee will be spread out and will likely not be felt. It will be more of a fee-based revenue generator for the US general fund. But for some product categories, it could be difficult for them to absorb some of the fees once the order is fully mature (2028).
Some early thinking on what could happen:
• Obviously, higher shipping costs: Likely passed to U.S. importers/consumers, exacerbating inflation.
• Port congestion: Smaller ports may lose traffic as carriers consolidate at major hubs (e.g., Los Angeles, New York).
• Trade diversion: Chinese goods may reroute through Europe or other regions to avoid fees.
