US imposes tariffs over forced labor before global duty ends

Imports from 60 trading partners will be subject to either a 10% or 12.5% tariff, effective Friday, the same day Section 122 levies will expire.

By Phil Neuffer • July 23, 2026

Trump maps out 200% tariffs for generic pharmaceuticals

The president said Tuesday he would maintain duty-free treatment for qualifying goods the next two years before hiking the tariffs in ensuing years.

By Phil Neuffer • July 22, 2026

US slaps 50% tariffs on many Canada imports

The Section 338 duties apply to a wide variety of products — even if they qualify for duty-free treatment under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.

By Antone Gonsalves • Updated July 21, 2026

Trump offers to cut aluminum tariffs in half for onshoring promises

Companies that agree to begin work on expanded aluminum production facilities by Jan. 20, 2029, will receive relief for the 50% levy under a to-be-established federal program.

By Phil Neuffer • July 20, 2026

Renfro broadens AI tools for tighter supply chain compliance

The sock and legwear maker plans to expand its use of Inspectorio products to better manage regulatory needs and measure supplier performance.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 16, 2026

US tags Brazil imports with 25% tariff

The fresh levy will go into effect July 22 with exemptions for a list of goods, including those covered by Section 232 duties.

By Phil Neuffer • July 16, 2026

Tariff exemptions: Ford, Nestlé and others seek relief from proposed levies

Companies are urging the Trump administration to protect additional imports from potential Section 301 levies due to a lack of domestic availability.

By Phil Neuffer , Max Garland • Updated July 13, 2026

Trump chooses trade talks over tariffs after aircraft probe

Cabinet officials will report to the president within six months about trade negotiations to address imports of commercial aircraft, jet engines and parts.

By Phil Neuffer • July 10, 2026

USMCA: Retail, manufacturing and apparel groups call for preservation

Trade groups backed the pact’s annual review but stressed its importance to North America supply chains.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 7, 2026

US blocks quick USMCA extension, putting annual review process into motion

The U.S., Mexico and Canada will continue negotiating about potential adjustments to the trilateral free trade agreement, which will remain in place until at least 2036.

By Phil Neuffer • July 1, 2026

CBP launches first of 2 tariff refund expansions

The agency’s refund portal now covers entries awaiting reconciliation of their final duty calculations.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 30, 2026

Lovesac on track with tariff-driven onshoring effort

The direct-to-consumer furniture retailer plans to start U.S. production of its Sactionals line this summer, CEO and Director Shawn Nelson said.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 30, 2026

CBP readies more stringent data requirements for postal imports

A new rule could result in more than $100 million in additional duties per year, although the agency said it may deter some import activity.

By Max Garland • June 29, 2026

JM Smucker eyes margin boost with lower green coffee commodity costs

The Folgers coffee maker introduced temporary price reductions due to the lower input costs, but stopped short of permanent cuts.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 25, 2026

FedEx to send tariff refunds to customers starting in August

The carrier will prioritize returning duties first to shippers that opt in to sharing shipment and refund data with vendor partners.

By Max Garland • June 25, 2026

Steel, aluminum makers face records gauntlet for new US tariff exemptions

Canada and Mexico manufacturers must commit to verifiable U.S. capacity expansion and maintain meticulous, traceable records to qualify for reduced Section 232 tariffs.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 23, 2026

US launches Section 301 probe into Germany over drug pricing policies

The U.S. Trade Representative is investigating whether the European country's practices shift research costs on to Americans.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 22, 2026

Trump is shaking up customs rules. What should shippers know?

Companies must evaluate their importer of record arrangements and ensure they have deep levels of supply chain visibility ahead of the changes, experts said.

By Max Garland • June 16, 2026

EU gives final approval to install US tariff deal

The bloc plans to remove tariffs and begin providing preferential market access for a range of U.S. goods by the end of the month, EU officials told Supply Chain Dive.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated June 25, 2026

DOT to launch supply chain initiative, visibility dashboard

The American Supply Chain Sovereignty Initiative aims to connect cargo hubs with industry stakeholders like retailers and freight carriers.

By Kelly Stroh • June 15, 2026

Federal court temporarily upholds Trump’s 10% global tariff

The federal appeals court blocked a previous order stopping collection of the duties for two importers and the state of Washington until an appeal is completed.

By Phil Neuffer • June 12, 2026

Tariff refunds may soon cover more entries — but not without a fight

U.S. Customs and Border Protection could return funds by the end of July for finally liquidated entries, although it may depend on an appeal by the federal government.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated June 24, 2026

DOJ appeal throws fresh uncertainty into tariff refund process

“The endgame is clear: The government is trying to keep as much of the remaining money as possible,” said Reed Smith attorney Michael Lowell.

By Alexei Alexis • June 8, 2026

EEOC moves to axe EEO-1 reporting

The agency wants to scrap a variety of employer reporting requirements, according to a plan sent to the White House in May.

By Caroline Colvin • June 5, 2026

Trump admin appeals aspects of tariff refund order

The Department of Justice said the Court of International Trade lacks the authority to mandate refunds for all finally liquidated entries.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated June 3, 2026