#import-compliance
(14 articles)Customs Fraud Cases Surge: $570M Recovered in 5 Months
The U.S. Department of Justice is dramatically escalating customs fraud enforcement using the False Claims Act, with recoveries totaling over $570 million in just the first five months of 2026—already
U.S. Tariffs on 60 Economies: Forced Labor Trade Compliance Tightens
The U.S. government has announced proposed tariffs targeting approximately 60 economies over forced labor trade practices, representing a significant escalation in enforcement mechanisms beyond tradit
Tariff Fraud Crackdown Targets Importers Over Duty Evasion
The U.S. federal government is significantly escalating its enforcement against tariff evasion and customs fraud across multiple supply chains, with recent cases totaling nearly $850 million in claims
2025 Tariff Strategies: Navigate Trade Policy Uncertainty
As 2025 unfolds, supply chain professionals confront mounting complexity around tariff policies and economic headwinds that threaten to reshape sourcing strategies and cost structures. The article und
6 Steps to Manage Tariff Risks During Trade Wars
Foley & Lardner LLP has published guidance on managing tariff exposure during periods of trade conflict. The article outlines a structured framework of six steps designed to help organizations proacti
US Importers Face Refund Complexity If Trump Tariff Case Fails
The Trump administration's tariff policies face potential legal challenges that could force the government to issue refunds to importers if the administration loses court cases. This uncertainty creat
Supreme Court Tariff Decision Creates Uncertainty for US Manufacturers
A recent Supreme Court decision on tariffs has left manufacturers grappling with increased uncertainty regarding import costs, compliance obligations, and long-term supply chain strategy. The ruling c
Amazon Sued Over Tariff Refunds in Class Action Case
Amazon, one of the largest containerized importers into the United States, is facing a significant class action lawsuit alleging that the company raised consumer prices to offset tariffs that were sub
Customs Delays & Tariff Uncertainty Disrupt Global Furniture Exhibitors
Global exhibitors participating in High Point Market are experiencing substantial disruption from customs processing delays and ongoing tariff uncertainty. These barriers are creating friction in the
Trump Tariff Enforcement Could Disrupt Supply Chains
The Trump administration is pursuing stricter enforcement mechanisms to prevent Chinese exporters from circumventing US tariffs through transshipment and routing strategies. This policy shift aims to
10% Global Tariff Enacted: Supply Chain Cost Shock Ahead
The Trump administration has implemented a broad-based 10% tariff on all global imports following a Supreme Court decision that blocked the use of emergency trade powers. This represents a fundamental
Trump Tariffs Face Major Legal Tests in Courts
Donald Trump's tariff initiatives are encountering significant legal scrutiny across multiple fronts, with constitutional scholars, trade lawyers, and business advocacy groups challenging the executiv
Supreme Court Questions Tariff Powers in Landmark Trade Case
The Supreme Court is examining the constitutional limits of executive power to unilaterally impose tariffs, a decision that could fundamentally reshape how international trade flows operate. This case
US-China Trade War Tariff Avoidance: Key Lessons for Supply Chains
A new CEPR research report examines tariff avoidance behaviors and import measurement dynamics that emerged during the first US-China trade war. The analysis provides critical lessons for supply chain