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CBP Strengthens Enforcement on Section 232 Valuation

In CSMS# 65236645 & CSMS #65236374, the updated guidance in regards to Import Duties on Imports of Steel / Aluminum and Steel / Alum Derivative Products was provided: Background: On June 3rd, 2025, the President issued a Proclamation, Adjusting Imports of Aluminum and Steel into the United States, under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of … Continued
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CBP Strengthens Enforcement on First-Sale Valuation

In this ever-evolving tariff landscape, many importers have turned to “first-sale” valuation in an effort to mitigate duties. It has become clear that US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has strengthened its enforcement of the “first-sale” valuation method, putting the emphasis on thorough observance of the required criteria. The “first-sale” valuation method allows importers involved … Continued
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UPDATE Proposed & Imposed Tariffs Announced

The below information has been provided in-part to RIM by the NCBFAA and the Counsel of Sandler, Travis, & Rosenberg PA. President Trump Proposes 30% Tariffs for EU and Mexico August 1st On Saturday, July 12th, President Trump announced on Truth Social that he sent letters to both European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen and Mexican President, … Continued
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RIM US Inland Digest | July 15th, 2025

Fuel Updates Fuel is at $3.758 for the week, which is up from $3.727 the previous week. Many carriers have taken nearly all of the steps they can to cut operating costs. Rate increases may need to occur to continue profitability. Overall, deadhead miles continue to increase due to fewer opportunities in the marketplace. Reefer … Continued
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Proposed Tariffs Announced Week of July 7-11th

Below you will find comments that were published this week by various news outlets. US Customs has not issued any Federal Registry Notices on any of the below topics. President Trump Proposes 35% Tariff on Goods from Canada Starting August 1st Late yesterday evening, July 10th, President Trump sent a letter to Prime Minister Mark … Continued