Complete Domek Integration, January 1

December 2, 2019

We are pleased to announce that Domek Logistics will complete its integration with Masterpiece International on January 1, 2020. As a part of this integration the Domek brand and website will be replaced with Masterpiece International’s. Starting January 1, Domek Logistics will join Masterpiece as its Chicago West branch, and www.domeklogistics.com will be redirected to Masterpiece International’s website, www.masterpieceintl.com.

“We’re delighted to welcome the Domek Logistics’ team to our Masterpiece family,” said Thomas Gilgen, President of Masterpiece International, “The addition to the Midwest will help our existing local teams and support our International Logistics Solutions division’s business development and operations efforts.” Masterpiece International has offices across the United States, including two Chicago-area locations in Mount Prospect and Crystal Lake, Illinois.

We’d like to officially welcome Domek to our Masterpiece International Family!

Thank You,

Tariff Updates:

New Executive Orders issued on food products: Key agricultural products including coffee, tea, tropical fruits, and beef were exempted from “reciprocal tariffs”.
U.S. extended several tariff exclusions: The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced extensions to certain tariff exclusions previously set to expire, delaying immediate rate changes through November 2026 for affected product groups.
Framework agreement continues to shape retaliation/suspension measures: Several previously announced retaliatory tariffs have now been paused or adjusted, providing relief to importers, especially those in the agriculture and industrial sectors.
Tariff uncertainty is still influencing sourcing decisions: With tariffs exceeding $200 billion and a major Supreme Court ruling pending, businesses are adjusting supplier strategies and closely monitoring which goods may face higher costs in the coming months.

How Imperative Logistics Can Support You:

Customs & tariff advisory: We’ll review your products and their classifications, advise whether recent exclusions apply, and prepare documentation to minimize customs delays.
Contingency routing & capacity booking: Secure alternative shipment options, airlift, and routing strategies to keep your supply chain moving smoothly.
Flexible Shipping Strategies: We coordinate with you to identify and implement alternative transport options such as modifying origins or adjusting transit schedules to help minimize the financial impact of newly imposed tariffs.
Real-time visibility & priority handling: Prioritized monitoring, daily exception reports and fast escalation channels so you have one-click status on at-risk shipments.

Have questions about how these tariff changes affect your shipments? Our team of experts is ready to provide guidance, please Contact Us anytime. For further details, please consult the latest Tariff Update and Reciprocal Tariff List for comprehensive information.

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