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How AI-Powered HS Classification Reduces Tariff Risk in 2026
With tariff rates at historic highs and classification errors costing importers millions, AI-powered HS classification has moved from nice-to-have to mission-critical. Here's how modern classification technology is transforming trade compliance.
Supreme Court Rules IEEPA Cannot Authorize Presidential Tariffs
In a landmark February 2026 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act as a basis for imposing broad import tariffs. The ruling reshapes the legal framework for executive trade authority and forces a legislative rethink.
Section 122 Temporary Import Surcharge: What Importers Need to Know
Effective February 24, 2026, a 10% temporary import surcharge under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 applies to nearly all imported goods. This guide covers scope, exemptions, and compliance requirements for affected importers.
US Effective Tariff Rate Reaches 10.5% — Highest Since 1940s
The U.S. effective tariff rate surged from 2.3% to 10.5% between 2024 and early 2026, marking the steepest increase in modern trade history. This shift fundamentally changes cost structures for importers across every sector.
China Tariffs Hit 34.7%: Impact on Supply Chain Classification
China now faces the highest effective tariff rate of any major U.S. trading partner at 34.7%, combining Section 301, Section 122, and other duties. Importers are accelerating supply chain diversification and reclassification efforts.
Steel and Aluminum Tariffs at 39.8%: Compliance Guide for Manufacturers
Combined Section 232 and Section 122 tariffs push the effective rate on steel and aluminum imports to 39.8%. Manufacturers face complex compliance requirements including product exclusion processes and melted-and-poured documentation.
Automotive Tariffs Rise to 15.3%: What Vehicle Importers Must Do Now
The effective tariff rate on imported vehicles and parts has risen to 15.3%, combining the base 2.5% rate with Section 232 auto tariffs and the Section 122 surcharge. This guide covers compliance steps for automotive importers and parts suppliers.
$168.8 Billion in Tariff Revenue: The True Cost to Importers
U.S. tariff revenue reached $168.8 billion in fiscal year 2025, more than double the $80 billion collected in 2023. This analysis breaks down where the money comes from and what it means for importer cost structures.
2026 Harmonized Tariff Schedule Revision 1: Key Changes for HS Classification
The U.S. International Trade Commission published the 2026 HTS Revision 1, incorporating WCO amendments and domestic modifications. Several hundred tariff lines have been added, split, or reclassified, affecting importers across multiple sectors.
WTO World Tariff Profiles 2025: Global Trade Landscape Shifts
The WTO's annual World Tariff Profiles report reveals a global trend toward higher trade barriers, with the average applied MFN tariff rising for the first time in two decades. Emerging economies are adjusting rates in response to U.S. and EU policy shifts.
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