The Customs Watch USA: Edition 17
- Arne Mielken
- May 26
- 4 min read
This Week: Tariff Stacking Guide / De Minimis Ban Court Challenge / 712% Tariff / US Tariff Talks Update
Edition 17 - Week 22/2025
Period Covered: 20 May 2025 – 26 May 2025
Published: 26 May 2025
Colleagues,
Welcome to the new edition of The Customs Watch USA!
Table of Contents
Featured Blog Post from Last Week
Top News from The Customs Watch USA Magazine
Inside the Customs Department: Practical Management Tip
Compliance & Cost Saving Video of the Week
Arne’s Thought for the Upcoming Week
U.S. Training Announcements
Book a Free Call with Arne
1. Featured Article: USA: EU Tariff of 50% proposed & delayed
Importers, brace yourselves—again. U.S. President Donald Trump has extended his threat to impose a massive 50% tariff on EU goods until July 9, granting EU leaders a last-minute lifeline.
Key Questions Covered in This Blog
Why did Trump call for 50% EU tariff?
Why did Trump delay the 50% EU tariff?
What’s the current status of U.S.–EU trade negotiations?
Which sectors and imports are most at risk?
How should EU and U.S. businesses prepare for July 9?
2. Latest Updates in US Customs
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Your Tariff Stacking Survival Guide
we break down the new tariff prioritisation rules from CBP and what they mean for overlapping duties like 232 Steel, 232 Aluminum, Section 301, and the new Auto Tariff under EO 14117. Learn what takes precedence — and how to claim refunds if you overpaid. Get details
Court battle begins over China’s De Minimis ban. Importers strike back, arguing it’s unconstitutional and illegal. Get details
Commerce drops a bomb: up to 712% duties on Chinese battery inputs. Huzhou Kaijin faces the worst hit — we have the full breakdown. Get details
New reduced China duties take effect. General imports drop to 10%, postal shipments to 54%. Learn how to apply the new rates. Get details
Multilateral U.S. tariff talks in full swing. Vietnam, Japan, EU, UK, and South Korea all in the room — and the stakes are sky-high. Get details.
And much more, over 20 topics covered.
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3. Inside the Customs Department: The Ultimate Customs Compliance Quiz
Are you and your team confident in your mastery of Classification, Origin, and Valuation—the three pillars of international trade compliance success? Take this quiz and find out if you're a compliance champ or need a quick refresher! Take the quiz here
4. Compliance & Cost Saving Video of the Week: 🎥What Happens If Your Imports Get Hit With Multiple Tariffs?
In this video, we explore how U.S. Customs applies tariffs when an imported item faces multiple trade actions. Understanding these CBP regulations is crucial for anyone involved in us import bond processes. Learn how to navigate these rules to avoid overpaying and ensure compliance with customs regulation.
5. Arne’s Tip for the Upcoming Week
"With up to 712% countervailing duties coming into play, and overlapping tariff rules being re-ordered by CBP, U.S. importers are navigating a new era of precision compliance. This week, take a hard look at your tariff exposure — because guesswork could now cost millions. Let’s get proactive, not reactive."
6. Our Upcoming U.S. Customs Training
Mon, Jun 16 | Virtual Online Webinar
Avoid, mitigate, and recover U.S. tariffs like a pro! Learn insider strategies and contract clauses to shield your business from rising import costs in this must-attend expert PREMIUM webinar.
📍Held online – suitable for all U.S.-based customs professionals or at our New York Office.
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