Archive: November 2020

November 17, 2020


Coalition Seeks Extension of Section 301 Exclusions

The Americans for Free Trade Coalition, a broad coalition of trade community members is seeking an extension of the Section 301 tariff exclusions currently in place for hundreds of goods imported from China. These exclusions are slated to expire Dec.…

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November 9, 2020


EU to Impose Tariffs on $4 billion of U.S. Goods

The European Union is moving forward with plans to apply new tariffs to $4 billion of American goods. The taxes, authorized by the World Trade Organization last month, go into effect on November 10 and affect items such as tractors,…

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November 5, 2020


South Carolina Booming as Major Distribution Hub

According to the AJOT, South Carolina will soon boast the U.S. East Coast’s deepest harbor with expanding capabilities for handling mega-containerships. The state is enjoying a boom as a preferred distribution hub, with Walmart the latest to announce plans for…

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