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Insights on US customs duties, HTS classification, and trade compliance.
2026 China Tariff Rates by Industry: What Gets Hit the Hardest?
An industry-by-industry breakdown of Section 301 and AD/CVD tariffs on Chinese imports. Electronics, steel, furniture, apparel, machinery, and chemicals — see which product categories face the highest combined duty rates with specific HTS chapter references.
Section 301 Tariffs: How Much Extra Are You Paying on Chinese Imports?
A practical breakdown of the four rounds of Section 301 tariffs, current rates, how to apply for exclusions, and what it really costs to import from China. Real case study: a $10,000 chair shipment with $2,500 in extra duties.
Anti-Dumping & Countervailing Duties (AD/CVD): Why Your Import Tax Just 5x'd Overnight
A plain-English guide to AD/CVD — what triggers an anti-dumping order, how rates get set, and which product categories are most likely to get hit. Real example: wooden furniture imports facing 198% duty.
HTS Code Lookup: A Practical Classification Guide for Importers
How HTS codes work, why the 6-digit level matters most, how accurate AI classification really is, and what happens when you classify wrong. Includes real-world classification mistakes and how to avoid them.
Importing from China to the US: Duties, Risks, and Landed Cost — The Complete Checklist
A practical walkthrough for importing from China: HTS classification, duty lookups, landed cost calculation, exclusion checks, and common traps. Includes a real $10,000 order cost breakdown.
Landed Cost Calculator: How Much Does a $10,000 Import Really Cost?
Landed cost is more than just tariffs. Break down every component — MFN duty, Section 301, AD/CVD, MPF, HMF, ocean freight, and insurance — with a real-world example. Includes FOB vs CIF comparison.