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• Deferring Import Duties and Tariff Costs

  Posted: April 21, 2025

  Categories: Business Insight
  

  Let's outline the benefits of using a bonded warehouse for deferring tariff payments, specifically in the context of those imposed during trade wars and which may be eventually reduced or removed.

  Using a Customs Bonded warehouse can help defer the timing of paying tariffs and other import duties. This strategy allows the importer to pay only on the quantity taken out of the warehouse at that time or move it along to a new market without importing. These warehouses can be located anywhere and can be public or private. They typically handle pallet level quantities and move products to another warehouse after clearing but will not accommodate direct to consumer shipping like a 3PL.

  Of course, cash flow is a top consideration when deciding whether this strategy is feasible. The cost of borrowing and storage fees may be less than paying hefty tariffs which may be reversed.

   Here are a few detailed points to consider:

  1. Tariff Deferral:

  • The most significant advantage is the ability to delay paying

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• Reshoring Reality Check: Robots, Tariffs, and the Future of US Manufacturing

  Posted: April 05, 2025

  Categories: Business Insight
  

  The Reshoring Narrative – Is it What We Think?

  We've all heard the buzz: "Manufacturing is coming back to America!" Big announcements, impressive investment numbers, and promises of revitalized industry. But let's peel back the layers. In an age dominated by technology and robotics, what does reshoring really mean for the American worker and consumer?

  Where will jobs be created? How long will they last? Which ones will never come back?

  The Automation Factor: Where Are the Jobs?

  The reality is that many companies "reshoring" are primarily investing in automation. Think cutting-edge robotics, AI-driven processes, and streamlined production lines. While these investments are undeniably impressive, they often translate to fewer human jobs on the factory floor. Companies like Apple and Taiwan Semiconductor, with their massive China-based facilities, are prime examples. These companies may be pledging investments but there is no detail on how and where that money be invested and what incentives

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• Navigating Tariff Turmoil 2025: How Companies are Keeping Prices Competitive (and What it Means for You)

  Posted: March 26, 2025

  Categories: Business Insight
  

  In today's globalized economy, tariffs can significantly disrupt supply chains and inflate consumer prices. Companies are constantly seeking innovative strategies to mitigate these impacts, and understanding these strategies is crucial for both businesses and consumers. Let's explore some common tactics and their implications.

  1. Strategies for Tariff Avoidance/Mitigation
  2. Impact on US Consumers
  3. Considerations for Small Business
  4. Conclusion

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