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Supply Chain Updates—August 25, 2026 Newsletter
Tariff and Trade Update: Global supply chains continue to adjust to changing trade requirements, evolving transportation networks and shifting demand patterns. This month’s update highlights the most relevant tariff developments and practical supply chain considerations for importers and exporters. Section 338 Canada Tariffs Now in Effect: The additional 50% duties on certain…
Supply Chain Updates—August 13, 2026 Newsletter
Tariff and Customs Update: Customs requirements and tariff measures continue to evolve, creating new considerations for importers. Businesses should remain attentive to payment requirements, tariff actions, and classification and documentation accuracy as regulatory changes continue. Section 301 Forced-Labor Tariff Measures: New Section 301 measures resulting from Forced Labor Import Prohibition (FLIP) investigations remain in effect, establishing additional duties of 10% or 12.5% for covered economies, subject to applicable exclusions and exceptions.…
Supply Chain Updates—August 3, 2026 Newsletter
Tariff and Customs Update: Global trade regulations continue to evolve, creating new considerations for importers and supply chain teams. Imperative Logistics remains focused on helping customers understand changes, evaluate potential impacts, and develop proactive strategies to maintain compliant and efficient supply chains. CAPE Refund Process Continues as CBP Advances Implementation CBP’s Commercial Automated Processing Environment (CAPE) refund process remains active, with eligible refunds being processed and distributed daily. Entries…
Magnate Worldwide Acquires Hybrid International Forwarding, Expanding its Masterpiece International Footprint
Purchase strengthens Magnate’s platform, enhances Masterpiece International.
Magnate CARES
Magnate Worldwide is pleased to announce the development of its social responsibility program, Magnate CARES.
Magnate Worldwide Ranks No. 1283 on the 2020 Inc. 5000
Magnate Worldwide Ranks No. 1283 on the 2020 Inc. 5000
Gregoire’s Ironman for Steps Together
Masterpiece International’s Gregoire Simonet will complete his 3rd Ironman competition in Tallinn, Estonia while raising funds and awareness for Steps Together.
Masterpiece listed in 100 Great Supply Chain Partners for 2020!
Masterpiece International is honored to be included in SupplyChainBrain’s 100 Great Supply Chain Partners for 2020!
Newsflash: List 4A Products Excluded from China Tariff
We have been informed that works of art have been excluded from the Section 301 additional tariffs on goods from China (7.5%). Exclusions are retroactive, so importers may now claim refunds on additional duties paid on Chinese artwork imported since September 1, 2019.
Newsflash: USMCA
USMCA The United States, Mexico, and Canada have updated NAFTA to create the new U.S. – Mexico – Canada Agreement (“USMCA”).
COVID-19 Art Handler and Artist Relief Resources
Like many organizations that work with the art industry, Masterpiece International has seen a sharp decline in activity in past weeks. To help address the situation, Masterpiece is working on efforts to help artists and art handlers where it can.
Newsflash: Coronavirus Impact on China
The impact of the Coronavirus in China, where close to 60 million people are living in cities on lockdown, is fluid. Below you may find a chart and notes provided by our partner agents to serve as an update.
