Stay up to date with our

Compliance Hub

Access the best resources and the latest news in international shipping compliance.
Get expert insights, timely updates, and tips to navigate the complexities of international shipping compliance.

compliance concept
Nordic connector

Blog Articles

July 1, 2026 EU De Minimis Changes: A Cross-Border Merchant's Checklist

On July 1, 2026, the EU will start charging a flat €3 customs duty per HS6 item on every IOSS shipment valued under €150. The EU de minimis duty exemption for low order value (LOV) shipments (≤ €150) will be removed on July 1, 2026, with the interim €3 flat duty applying until the 2028…

Read More about July 1, 2026 EU De Minimis Changes: A Cross-Border Merchant's Checklist

DOJ Moves To Narrow IEEPA Tariff Refunds: What Merchants Should Watch

The fight over IEEPA tariff refunds entered a new phase last week. On May 29, the Department of Justice filed a motion to amend the Court of International Trade’s April 17 refund order, taking direct aim at the part that matters most to merchants: who actually gets their money back.

Read More about DOJ Moves To Narrow IEEPA Tariff Refunds: What Merchants Should Watch

EU Import Fees 2026: The Hidden, Costly Country-by-Country Patchwork

EU import fees 2026 are not landing as a single rule book. The EU customs reform gets most of the headlines, and rightly so. A €3 interim duty, an end to the €150 de minimis, a new EU-wide handling fee, and the shift of importer liability onto sellers are all genuinely consequential. However, for any…

Read More about EU Import Fees 2026: The Hidden, Costly Country-by-Country Patchwork

The EU Customs Reform: A Structural Reset

The EU customs reform isn’t a single tariff change — it’s a structural reset of European cross-border commerce. As we move toward the July 2026 implementation, we’ve been fielding a lot of questions from merchants, 3PLs, logistics operators, and industry peers. Below I share my perspective on the six questions we hear most — covering…

Read More about The EU Customs Reform: A Structural Reset

CIT Rules Against Section 122 Tariffs

Originally posted May 8, 2026. We will be updating this article as more information comes in. Additional updates will be available on our Trade and Tariff Hub.

Read More about CIT Rules Against Section 122 Tariffs

IEEPA Tariff Refunds And CAPE Declarations: What Importers Need To Know In 2026

If your business imported into the United States between March 2025 and February 24, 2026, you almost certainly paid IEEPA tariffs. With CBP’s Customs Automated Post-Entry (CAPE) declaration process now live, refunds are technically available but the eligibility rules are narrower than most coverage suggests and the path to receiving that refund can be challenging.

Read More about IEEPA Tariff Refunds And CAPE Declarations: What Importers Need To Know In 2026

Supreme Court IEEPA Tariffs Decision: What Merchants And Consumers Should Know As A Ruling Looms

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.

Read More about Supreme Court IEEPA Tariffs Decision: What Merchants And Consumers Should Know As A Ruling Looms