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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…
Newsflash: ‘List 4A’ Tariffs Reduced to 7.5%, February 14
Dear Valued Customer, The U.S. Trade Representative (“USTR”) has announced that the Section 301 tariff on ‘List 4A’ goods from China will be reduced from 15 percent to 7.5 percent, effective as of February 14, 2020. This change is a result of the “Phase One” trade...
Newsflash: United States and China Reach Phase One Trade Agreement
The United States and China have reached an agreement on a Phase One trade deal to de-escalate the ongoing trade war between the countries.
Complete Domek Integration, January 1
We are pleased to announce that Domek Logistics will complete its integration with Masterpiece International on January 1, 2020.
Magnate Worldwide named as a Leading 3PL Gold for 2019 by Global Trade Magazine
Magnate Worldwide is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as a Leading 3PL “Gold” for 2019 by Global Trade Magazine. Global Trade is a top publication dedicated to leaders of global business covering topics ranging from logistics to banking. Global Trade’s 7th annual Leading 3PL list was published in its September/October 2019 Edition, and can be found here. Magnate Worldwide is listed on page 32.
Newsflash: US to Raise Tariffs on EU Goods
The U.S. Trade Representative (“USTR”) announced that it will impose 25% tariffs on more than 150 goods imported from European Union (“EU”) countries.
Newsflash: Contemporary Photographs from Germany and the UK Subject to 25% Tariff, Effective October 18
The U.S. Trade Representative (“USTR”) announced that it will impose 25% tariffs on more than 150 goods imported from European Union (“EU”) countries, including contemporary photographs from Germany and the UK.
The Logistics Industry Remembers Mike Welch’s Life and Contributions
The Logistics Industry Remembers Mike Welch’s Life and Contributions Portland, OR – September 30, 2019 – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mike Welch, Co-Founder of Magnate Worldwide, and veteran of the transportation and logistics industry....
Masterpiece International’s Marine Division Upgrades
New York, NY – July 16, 2019 – Masterpiece International’s Marine Division adds an experienced sailing and racing captain, Kurt Sova, to its growing and dedicated yacht team. The addition of Sova as a Director of Strategic Accounts will deliver decades of industry experience, firsthand knowledge, and project management. The Marine Division specializes in international and domestic shipping for yachts, boats, and other watercraft offering consultation, shipping and transport services, Customs brokerage, storage, spare part solutions, event and project logistics, and insurance.
Newsflash: Exclusion Request Process
Requests for exclusions from the additional tariff imposed as of September 24, 2018 (List 3) from China may be submitted between June 30 and September 30, 2019. The exclusion request submission deadlines for lists 1 and 2 have closed.
