Results
Additional 25% Tariff on India
Additional 25% IEEPA tariff on India goods tied to Russian oil raises duties to 50% with limited in-transit exemption and higher compliance risk....
Market Update: August 21, 2025
Asia–US freight markets remain weak as spot rates plateau; carriers plan Sept 1 rate hikes and USTR 301 vessel fees approach amid Golden Week demand shifts....
Section 232 Derivatives List Expanded
Section 232 derivatives expanded by 407 HTS codes, widening 50% steel and aluminum tariffs and increasing US import valuation and compliance risk....
Another Pause for Chinese Tariff Increases
China reciprocal tariff pauses extended 90 days to Nov 10 while 30% total IEEPA rates and Section 301 duties remain, maintaining US import uncertainty....
Section 232 Tariffs Applied to Certain Copper Products
Section 232 adds 50% tariffs on semi-finished and derivative copper products from Aug 1, increasing import costs and compliance requirements....
Reciprocal Tariffs to Be Modified in August, Canadian IEEPA Tariffs Increased
Reciprocal tariffs updated with Aug 7 effective date, EU 15% rules, and higher Canadian IEEPA at 35%, plus transit exemptions and key compliance impacts....
Reciprocal Tariffs to Increase, Some Trade Agreements Announced
US reciprocal tariffs shift to country-specific rates with trade deals for EU, Japan, Vietnam and others, impacting import costs, compliance risk and planning....
Market Update: July 29, 2025
Asia–US freight markets remain soft with excess capacity, Europe congestion, blank sailings, and volatility driving need for early booking and planning....
Jeff Underwood Named CFO of CV International and Capes Shipping Agencies
CVI and Capes Shipping Agencies appoint Jeff Underwood as CFO, strengthening financial leadership for continued growth in logistics and port agency services....
CV International & Capes Shipping Agencies Newsletter | Summer 2025
Every few months, I take a moment here to reflect not only on the state of global trade, but on what makes CV International and Capes Shipping Agencies the kind of partners our customers rely on—espec...
Bond Insufficiencies on the Rise
Rising tariffs are driving customs bond insufficiencies as importers exceed coverage limits, increasing compliance risk, costs and bond management requirements....
Reciprocal Rate Increases
Reciprocal tariff changes may take effect Aug 1 for countries without trade deals, with ongoing negotiations keeping rates uncertain and in flux....