Supreme Court Invalidates IEEPA Tariffs — Refund Process Still Pending Supreme Court Decision on IEEPA Tariffs On February 20, 2026, the United States Supreme Court ruled that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not provide legal authority to impose import tariffs. The Court confirmed that tariff authority rests with Congress and cannot be…
What U.S. Importers and Trade Professionals Should Watch Next Recent Supreme Court scrutiny of executive trade authority has raised a serious question: if broad tariff actions under emergency powers are limited or struck down, what tools remain available to a president seeking aggressive trade measures? For importers, brokers, and compliance professionals, the issue is not…
HTS Classification Explained: Principal Use, Essential Character, and Parts of General Use Correct HTS classification is one of the most important — and most misunderstood — responsibilities for U.S. importers. Many classification errors don’t come from obscure tariff language, but from misunderstanding a few core concepts that drive how Customs analyzes products. If you understand…
A Comprehensive Guide to Sections 122 & 338, the SCOTUS Trump-Tariff Case, and Trade-Readiness Strategies for Importers, Brokers & Freight Forwarders Introduction The global trade environment remains one of the most dynamic, unpredictable, and politically charged arenas affecting American businesses. For importers, customs brokers, and freight forwarders, staying informed about tariff authority, emergency trade measures,…
Supreme Court case: Learning v. Trump — where tariff power legally sits Learning v. Trump is a pure separation-of-powers case. It is not about whether Trump’s tariffs were wise, good, or economically beneficial. The only judicial question is: did Congress already delegate enough tariff discretion for Trump to do what he did — or did…
U.S. Cuts China Import Tariffs: What the Fentanyl-Linked Rate Reduction Means for Your Supply Chain 📈 U.S. Cuts China Import Tariffs: What the Fentanyl-Linked Rate Reduction Means for Your Supply Chain 🚀 Major Trade Shift: US Halves Fentanyl-Linked Tariff on Chinese Goods In a significant de-escalation of trade tensions, the United States has announced a…
Introduction: A New Trade Reality and Strategic Response The global supply chain is bracing for a monumental shift. Following China’s expanded export controls on critical minerals, the United States has announced an additional 100% tariff on all Chinese goods, effective November 1, 2025. This dramatic tariff hike, applied over and above existing duties, signals a…
Understanding Section 232 Tariffs: A Simple Guide to the Stacking Order Navigating the world of import tariffs can be complex, especially when a single product seems to fall under multiple categories. A common question for importers is: can a product be charged with more than one special tariff? This is often called “tariff stacking.” When…
