Customs compliance updates, tariff changes, and freight industry news from the ClearPort team of licensed customs brokers.https://www.clearportus.com/en-ushttps://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/ieepa-ruling-supreme-court-invalidates-presidential-tariff-authority/https://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/ieepa-ruling-supreme-court-invalidates-presidential-tariff-authority/Supreme Court rules IEEPA does not authorize presidential tariffs. Learn what this means for duty refunds, IEEPA collection status, and which tariffs remain in effect. IEEPA Ruling Ends Presidential Tariff Authority The Supreme Court of the United States issued a landmark IEEPA ruling holding that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not grant the President authority to…Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/cape-refund-system-your-guide-to-ieepa-duty-refunds/https://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/cape-refund-system-your-guide-to-ieepa-duty-refunds/How the CAPE Refund System Works U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has recently unveiled its strategy for processing CAPE refund claims on duties collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Specifically, in a March 12, 2026 filing with the Court of International Trade (CIT), the agency detailed the CAPE system—a new, purpose-built platform designed to manage…Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/10percent-tariff-guide-new-import-rules-effective-february-2026/https://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/10percent-tariff-guide-new-import-rules-effective-february-2026/What You Need to Know About the New Import Tariff Effective February 24, 2026 at 12:01 a.m. ET, all goods imported into the U.S. will be subject to a new 10% universal tariff, with limited exemptions (detailed below). Specifically, this tariff is issued under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, which authorizes the President to impose temporary tariffs in response to significant balance-of-pa…Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/cbp-transitions-to-electronic-refunds-starting-february-6,-2026/https://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/cbp-transitions-to-electronic-refunds-starting-february-6,-2026/U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is updating how refunds are issued by moving entirely to electronic payments through Automated Clearing House (ACH). Beginning February 6, 2026, CBP will discontinue issuing paper refund checks, advancing its efforts to improve efficiency, security, and reliability in customs refund processing. What this means for U.S. importers The shift to electronic…Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/the-supreme-court's-impending-decision-on-trump's-tariffs-key-details,-implications,-and-timeline/https://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/the-supreme-court's-impending-decision-on-trump's-tariffs-key-details,-implications,-and-timeline/As the U.S. grapples with ongoing debates over trade policy and presidential authority, all eyes are on the Supreme Court for a pivotal ruling on President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs. Imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) of 1977, these tariffs have targeted major trading partners like China, Mexico, Canada, and others, aiming to address issues such as fentanyl…Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/section-232-duties-delayed-on-upholstered-furniture,-kitchen-cabinets-and-vanities/https://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/section-232-duties-delayed-on-upholstered-furniture,-kitchen-cabinets-and-vanities/On December 31, 2025, President Trump issued a Proclamation postponing the planned Section 232 tariff increases affecting upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets, and vanities. The increases were originally scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026, but have now been deferred until January 1, 2027. Under the revised timeline, the applicable duty rates are as follows: Upholstered furniture:…Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/monthly-import-trade-report-december-2025/https://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/monthly-import-trade-report-december-2025/This month’s report highlights key tariff adjustments and supply chain shifts amid ongoing trade tensions, with a focus on import surges, diversification efforts, and policy changes affecting US importers. Overall, container volumes spiked due to pre-tariff front-loading, but no major port disruptions occurred. Tariff & Trade Policy Developments Adjustment on Timber and Lumber Imports: On Dece…Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/monthly-import-trade-report-november-2025/https://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/monthly-import-trade-report-november-2025/This report summarizes major tariff and supply chain developments in November 2025 that impacted US importers. The month featured tariff pauses and reductions amid ongoing trade negotiations, alongside a seasonal slowdown in import volumes driven by uncertainty and reduced China-origin shipments. Overall, importers benefited from some relief but faced continued volatility in planning. Tariff & Tr…Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/monthly-import-trade-report-october-2025/https://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/monthly-import-trade-report-october-2025/This report covers key tariff threats and reductions in October 2025, alongside flat import volumes amid trade uncertainty. Supply chains faced potential disruptions from government shutdown risks but avoided major halts, with a focus on adapting to new duties. Tariff & Trade Policy Developments Threatened Tariff Hike on Canada: On October 25, President Trump threatened an additional 10% “fent…Sat, 01 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/new-import-duties-on-medium-and-heavy-duty-trucks,-parts,-and-buses-what-you-need-to-know/https://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/new-import-duties-on-medium-and-heavy-duty-trucks,-parts,-and-buses-what-you-need-to-know/Beginning November 1, 2025, the United States will impose new import duties on medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs), certain vehicle parts, and buses. These measures are implemented under Presidential Proclamation 10984 and are intended to address national security risks while supporting domestic manufacturing. If you’re an importer, it’s important to understand how these changes might impact y…Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/monthly-import-trade-report-september-2025/https://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/monthly-import-trade-report-september-2025/This report covers new tariff probes and duties on pharma and timber from September 2025, alongside sharp import contractions due to uncertainty. Supply chains accelerated reallocations, focusing on diversification without major disruptions. Tariff & Trade Policy Developments New Pharma Tariffs Announced: On September 25, 100% duties on branded pharmaceuticals were announced unless prices are…Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/monthly-import-trade-report-august-2025/https://www.clearportus.com/trade-news/post/monthly-import-trade-report-august-2025/August 2025 saw intensified tariffs on copper and India, with strong but fading import surges from pre-tariff front-loading. Supply chains showed resilience amid turmoil, with accelerating reallocations. Tariff & Trade Policy Developments Copper Tariffs Implemented: Effective August 1, 50% duties on semi-finished copper products to protect strategic materials. Electronics and manufacturing imp…Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT