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The Customs Watch USA: Edition 35
🔒US–Vietnam Deal | US–Malaysia Deal | US–Thailand Deal | 232 Tariffs on Buses and Lorries | New 301 Investigation | WCO Valuation
Arne Mielken
2 min read


The Customs Watch USA: Edition 34
🔒U.S. Tariffs on Trucks & Busses | 301 China’s 100% Tariffs ? | HTS Revision 25 Released | CBP Tightens ACE & CTPAT | WTO Launches Trade Dashboard
Arne Mielken
2 min read


U.S. Imposes Tariffs on Trucks & Buses
🔒New Section 232 tariffs target MHDVs, parts, and buses to boost domestic production and strengthen national security supply chains.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


The Customs Watch USA: Edition 33
🔒U.S.–China 100% Tariffs | Swiss Trade Freeze | WCO Tariff Decisions | CBP Tightens ACE Controls | USTR Pushes WTO Digital Trade Talks
Arne Mielken
2 min read


Global Import Checklist
🔒Answer 15 critical questions with examples from the EU, UK, and U.S. to import goods smoothly, legally, and cost-effectively worldwide.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


U.S. BIS Affiliates Rule FAQ
🔒The BIS Affiliates Rule expands export controls to entities 50%+ owned by listed parties. We dive into the updated BIS Entity List FAQ
Arne Mielken
2 min read


Guide: US BIS 50% Affiliate Rule
🔒 BIS now restricts entities 50%+ owned by listed parties. Stronger due diligence and compliance required to avoid violations. We explain.
Arne Mielken
2 min read


U.S. Entity List: What to Know
🔒Understand the U.S. Entity List, how entities are added, and what steps your business must take to stay compliant and avoid penalties.
Arne Mielken
3 min read


The Customs Watch USA: Edition 32
🔒🔒232 Wood Tariffs | Gov Shut! | U.S.–EU Trade | CBP Updates | Trade Docs & AI | BIS 50% Rule | FDA Alerts | Incoterms Simplified | Sections 232 Updates
Arne Mielken
2 min read


New Section 232 Tariffs on Timber
🔒 U.S. imposes Section 232 tariffs on timber, lumber, and derivatives starting Oct. 14, 2025, with rates rising in 2026. Let's explore
Arne Mielken
2 min read


U.S. Gov Shutdown: Trade Ops Disruptions Explained
🔒A U.S. government shutdown halts or slows key trade functions. Customs continues, but many regulatory and licensing services freeze. We explain.
Arne Mielken
2 min read


FSFE Compliance & CBP Ruling Guide
🔓Ensure FSFE compliance by correctly reporting first-sale entries and knowing when to request a CBP ruling for audit protection.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


EU & US: Deal or Duel?
Why the EU is standing its ground against Trump's tariff talk, why it offers an FTA and what it means for your trade strategy.
Arne Mielken
6 min read


U.S. Implements EU-US Deal - EO 14346
🔒U.S.-EU trade just changed. Find out which EU products now get zero or reduced tariffs—and what it means for your imports.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


The Customs Watch USA: Edition 31
🔒Tech Prosperity Deal | Section 232 Auto Tariffs | FDA Import Alerts | HTS & AD/CVD Shake-Up
Arne Mielken
2 min read


OFAC Sanctions: Who’s Really at Risk?
🔒Even non-U.S. companies can trigger U.S. sanctions – here’s how.
Arne Mielken
4 min read


The Customs Watch USA: Edition 30
🔒Tech Prosperity Deal | Section 232 Auto Tariffs | FDA Import Alerts | HTS & AD/CVD Shake-Up
Arne Mielken
2 min read


US Export Control violations: German SAP settles with OFAC for $2 million
US Export Controls and Sanctions apply even outside the US. A German software now agreed to pay up - big time!
Arne Mielken
4 min read


Our Trusted U.S. Customs Partner
🔓 Simplify importing to the USA with our vetted customs broker and freight forwarder. Compliance, speed, and peace of mind guaranteed.
Arne Mielken
2 min read


SDN List Explained: OFAC Sanctions
🔒The SDN List blocks assets and bans dealings with designated individuals and companies. Stay compliant or risk frozen payments and penalties.
Arne Mielken
3 min read
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