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(3 articles)Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 18, 2026FedEx adds surcharges on US imports from Canada, Europe, China
FedEx has announced new demand surcharges on parcel imports into the United States originating from Canada, Europe, China, and other regions. These fees will take effect during peak season, a critical
Supply Chain Dive#fedex-surcharges#parcel-pricing#import-fees
Risk & Disruption
ModerateJul 24, 2026Counterfeit Stamp Ring Plea: $1.7M Fraud Highlights China Import Risks
A 48-year-old man pleaded guilty to money laundering in connection with a $1.7 million counterfeit postage stamp scheme that exploited supply chain vulnerabilities to defraud the U.S. Postal Service.
FreightWaves#counterfeiting#fraud-scheme#postal-service
Trade Policy & Tariffs
High ImpactJul 1, 2026EU Eliminates Duty-Free Parcel Exemption: E-Commerce Faces Major Cost Hike
The European Union has eliminated its de minimis customs exemption for parcels valued below 150 euros, effective immediately, fundamentally restructuring the economics of cross-border e-commerce with
FreightWaves#eu-customs-reform#de-minimis-elimination#e-commerce-tariffs