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U.S. Government Plans to Restrict Low-Value Imports Under De Minimis Exemption

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Under the current de minimis rule, shipments with an aggregate value up to $800 per day per person can be imported free of duties and taxes, except for antidumping and countervailing duties and taxes collected by other...more

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As the (Customs and Trade) World Turns: September 2024

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Welcome to the September 2024 issue of “As the (Customs and Trade) World Turns,” our monthly newsletter where we compile essential updates from the customs and trade world over the past month. We bring you the most recent and...more

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Pre-Election Analysis: International Trade

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As the 2024 US general election approaches, international trade has emerged as a pivotal issue, with presidential candidates Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump navigating a complex web of global...more

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Relaciones Laborales en México: 4 Desarrollos Clave y 7 Consejos de Cumplimiento Principales a Medida que las Empresas...

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Las empresas en México han enfrentado cambios significativos en los últimos años con respecto a las leyes, regulaciones y prácticas laborales – y esto es particularmente cierto cuando se trata de relaciones laborales y...more

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Labor Relations in Mexico: 4 Key Developments and 7 Top Compliance Tips as Multinational Businesses Adapt to Recent Changes

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Businesses in Mexico have faced significant changes over the last few years regarding employment laws, regulations, and practices – and this is particularly true when it comes to labor relations and collective bargaining....more

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Canada Seeks Business Input on CUSMA Ahead of 2026 Joint Review

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On August 17, 2024, the Government of Canada initiated a public consultation on the operation of the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA or the Agreement). The Government is seeking views on what is working well with...more

Braumiller Law Group, PLLC

August 2024 Newsletter

This is the first of a three-part series about the USMCA joint review process, focusing on China, Mexico, and competing visions of a “worker-centered” trade policy. Part one introduces the USMCA joint review process and...more

Braumiller Law Group, PLLC

Hot Topics in International Trade - August 2024 - A Head Scratcher

US Customs & Border Protection (CBP) Headquarters ruling H327577 of May 8, 2024 dealt with an unusual set of circumstances and produced some unusual results. The ruling involved a plant fertilizer product sold under the...more

Braumiller Law Group, PLLC

Hot Topics in International Trade - August 2024 - USMCA Joint Review Process Part 1

This is the first of a three-part series about the USMCA joint review process, focusing on China, Mexico, and competing visions of a “worker-centered” trade policy. Part one introduces the USMCA joint review process and...more

Braumiller Law Group, PLLC

Hot Topics in International Trade USMCA facilitation

VP of Marketing/NBD Bob Brewer discusses USMCA facilitation with VP of Braumiller Consulting Group, Robert Stein....more

Snell & Wilmer

New Tariffs and Metal “Melt-and-Pour” Requirements Implemented to Prevent Chinese Circumvention Through Mexico

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On July 10, 2024, the U.S. Government narrowed the tariff exclusions on imports of certain steel and aluminum articles from Mexico, citing national security concerns. These measures effectively impose new tariffs aimed at...more

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Cozen Currents: How Harris is Different

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Navigating K-Street for the C-Suite- “A President Harris’ policies would likely be similar to those of President Biden, with some notable exceptions. But her differing governing priorities and style are what would set her...more

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Foley Automotive Update - July 2024 - 2

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Key Developments - Foley & Lardner LLP partner Vanessa Miller commented on a series of recent Michigan court decisions impacting the automotive supply chain in the Law360 article, “Biggest Transportation Decisions: Midyear...more

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Chinese Mobility in the USMCA Region: A Choking Process that will Upend the U.S. and Mexican Automotive Industries

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The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) automotive sector must be prepared to navigate a new set of requirements that will likely reshape supply chains, impact costs, and alter the competitive dynamics within the...more

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Foley Automotive Update - July 2024

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Key Developments - U.S. new light-vehicle sales reached a SAAR of 15.3 million units in June, and second quarter 2024 sales fell by approximately 0.4% from April-June 2023, according to initial estimates from Wards...more

McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff LLP

U.S. Trade Representative Releases 2023 Special 301 Report

In April, Ambassador Katherine Tai, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), issued the 2024 Special 301 Report.  In a press release, the USTR stated that "[m]any of the issues highlighted in the Special 301 Report demand...more

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As the (Customs and Trade) World Turns: June 2024

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Welcome to the June 2024 issue of “As the (Customs and Trade) World Turns,” our monthly newsletter where we compile essential updates from the customs and trade world over the past month. We bring you the most recent and...more

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Foley Automotive Update - June 2024

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Analysis by Julie Dautermann, Competitive Intelligence Analyst This update helps automotive suppliers inform their legal and operational decisions to help address challenges and opportunities. Key Developments - Foley &...more

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Braumiller-Law-Group - June 2024 Newletter

Recently, President Biden signed a foreign military support bill (H.R. 815) into law, which also encompassed the 21st Century Peace Through Strength Act (the Act), a legislative proposal introduced in the House containing...more

Braumiller Law Group, PLLC

机遇与挑战:中国企业赴墨西哥投资

中国在墨西哥的外国直接投资 (FDI) 近年来显着增长,这反映了中国与全球经济格局转变和区域贸易动态的战略性协调。这一趋势使中国成为墨西哥增长最快的外国投资来源国之一,其中大部分投资流向制造业。 中国外国直接投资激增的主要原因 经济和政治压力 ...more

Braumiller Law Group, PLLC

Hot Topics in International Trade - June 2024 - Overcoming Obstacles: Challenges Faced by China’s FDI in Mexico

China’s foreign direct investment (FDI) in Mexico has seen substantial growth in recent years, reflecting a strategic alignment with global economic shifts and regional trade dynamics. This trend positions China as one of the...more

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New Tariff Policy Amplifies the United States’ Efforts To Bolster Nearshoring Strategy

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On May 14, 2024, President Biden announced a sharp increase in U.S. tariffs on several Chinese imports, including electric vehicles, solar cells, semiconductors, and advanced batteries. The announcement underscored what many...more

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Proposed regulations for Canada’s new Patent Term Adjustment (PTA) system: few patents will qualify for PTA

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As explained in our previous article, Canada will soon be implementing a patent term adjustment (PTA) system to account for unreasonable delays by the Patent Office in issuing a patent. The necessary amendments to the Patent...more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

Mexico prevails in first USMCA RRM panel decision: What happened and what could happen next?

U.S. loses first RRM case heard by a panel. But how did the panel reach this conclusion? What could happen next in this case? And what does this mean for future cases and for the RRM? For a refresher on the RRM, check out my...more

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What Every Multinational Company Should Know About …Tariff Increases in Mexico and Their Potential Impact on Your Supply Chain

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On April 22, 2024, Mexico’s president increased import duties in the range of 5% to 50% on 544 Harmonized System (HS) codes, affecting a significant number of product categories such as steel, aluminum, textiles, plastics,...more

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