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Updated on February 23, 2026, originally posted January 14th. We will be updating this article as more information come in. Additionally, updates will be available on our Trade and Tariff Hub.

What is tariff engineering? Tariff engineering is the practice of designing or altering a product so that it qualifies for a more favorable customs classification and therefore a lower duty rate. Importantly, the product must be imported in the altered form. It’s not about ...

Updated on January 29th. Originally posted January 21st, 2026

Summary The United Kingdom has announced plans to remove its £135 de minimis customs duty exemption, following similar moves by the United States and the European Union. While the UK de minimis threshold will remain in place through at least December 31, 2026, full removal is ...

Originally posted November 19th, Updated on December 12th. Summary: The European Union is eliminating its €150 customs duty exemption on low-value imports. This shift will affect landed costs, compliance, and shipping strategies for high-volume ecommerce brands and 3PL ...

Summary Transshipment, the movement of goods through an intermediate country, has become a frontline compliance issue. Legal transshipment requires strict customs control and documentation, while illegal transshipment (disguising true origin) can lead to steep penalties, loss of ...

Summary On August 29, 2025, the United States will eliminate its $800 de minimis exemption—an exemption that has long enabled Canadian merchants to ship low-value parcels into the U.S. without duties, taxes, or full customs clearance. The impact of the removal of the de minimis ...

Please go to the new Tariff and Trade Hub for the latest news on 2025 Tariffs Tariffs & Trade Hub Updated August 14, 2025 originally written March 3rd All following points are sourced from official government sources like the White House official website, The Federal ...

Summary Starting August 29, 2025, shopping from overseas is about to get more expensive. The U.S. will eliminate the $800 de minimis rule, an exemption that has long allowed low-value shipments to enter the country duty-free and with minimal paperwork. This change is designed to ...