by Mallory Alexander | Jun 17, 2025 | News Advisories
An executive order was issued on June 16, 2025, to implement key provisions of the U.S.–U.K. trade deal announced on May 8, 2025, with U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Key points include: Automobile Tariff-Rate Quota: Allows 100,000 U.K.-made automobiles annually to...
by Mallory Alexander | Jun 10, 2025 | Services & Case Studies
3PL vs. 4PL Logistics At Mallory Alexander we offer both 3PL and 4PL logistics services, along with supply chain and compliance consulting services, to meet the diverse needs of our clients. 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) providers handle specific logistics tasks for...
by Mallory Alexander | Jun 9, 2025 | News Advisories
Port Fees on Chinese-Built Vessels: The Baltic and International Maritime Council (BIMCO), is developing a standard clause to address how ocean carriers will handle new U.S. port fees on Chinese ships, which take effect Oct. 14 and are expected to significantly raise...
by Mallory Alexander | Jun 4, 2025 | News Advisories
Effective June 4, 2025, Section 232 tariffs on certain steel and aluminum and derivative products increased from 25% to 50% for all countries except the United Kingdom (UK), which remains at 25%. In CSMS # 65236374 and CSMS # 65236645, U.S. Customs and Border...
by Mallory Alexander | Jun 3, 2025 | News Advisories
President Trump signed a proclamation increasing tariffs on steel and aluminum imports (and their derivative articles) from 25% to 50%, effective June 4, 2025 at 12:01am ET. UK Exception: Imports from the United Kingdom will remain at 25% under the new U.S.-UK...
by Mallory Alexander | Jun 3, 2025 | News Advisories
CBP Extends In-Transit Tariff Exception Deadline to June 16th U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has released a new CSMS # 65201773 related to reciprocal tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). CBP’s prior guidance was that it...
by Mallory Alexander | May 29, 2025 | News Advisories
Yesterday the Court of International Trade (CIT) ruled the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariffs are unlawful. The decision blocks tariffs which the U.S. administration used to justify sweeping duties by declaring a national emergency. The duties...
by Mallory Alexander | May 28, 2025 | Services & Case Studies
With ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions, new Section 232 investigations, and sudden tariff shifts happening weekly, it’s critical to assess your current compliance approach and be prepared to adapt. Failure to do so can result in costly delays, penalties, or missed...
by Mallory Alexander | May 23, 2025 | News Advisories
After meetings with G7 finance leaders in Banff, Alberta, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said President Trump is dissatisfied with the European Union’s trade proposals and is pushing for better terms. Trump has recommended a 50% tariff on EU goods starting June 1....
by Mallory Alexander | May 16, 2025 | Services & Case Studies, Trade Policy
Major container shipping lines are doubling spot rate prices on shipments from China to the U.S. West Coast, aiming to capitalize on the 90-day pause in steep U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods. The rate increase is fueled by a surge in bookings, as importers rush to move...
