Update ST&R Trade Analysis: Update on New EOs

Dear Importers,

A few things to note for April 10, 2025, 12:01AM ET:

  1. Imports from China, Macau and Hong Kong will be subject to 125% reciprocal tariff. If your cargo is loaded on the vessel before April 10, then cargo will come in the previous tariff of 84%. Entry must be made by May 27, 2025, 12:01AM ET.
  2. All country specific tariff except for China, Macau and Hong Kong from April 10, 2025 @ 12:01AM ET have been temporarily suspended until July 9, 2025, 12:01AM ET.
  3. All exclusions still apply from Executive order 14257.
  4. New goods in addition to Annex 2 have been added to the exclusion list on reciprocal tariffs, please see attached CSMS 64724565.
  5. De Minimis tariff related China has increased, please see below notice.

There is also a new EO annouced, see link and also below: Link

Based on the EO there may be tariffs on Chinese build vessels coming into the US in the near future. Will keep you posted.