Industry Insights

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What 10-20% Universal Import Tariffs Mean for Your Business

March 18, 2025

Navigating the New Tariff Landscape  I’ve been keeping a watch on how proposed universal import tariffs-ranging from 10% to 60%-may impact businesses in major ways. Unlike country-specific tariffs that target particular nations or industries, these new tariffs apply broadly and…

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Trade War 2.0: Predicting China-US Economic Tensions in Trump’s Second Term

March 10, 2025

Trade Policies Can Make or Break Businesses: How to Prepare  With Trump’s second term reigniting the potential for a trade war with China, businesses relying on global trade need to prepare for new challenges. From increased tariffs to supply chain…

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Steering Through Automotive Supply Chain Compliance: How Star USA Revitalized Client Operations

March 4, 2025

The Challenge: Struggles to Keep Up  I’m often reminded of this exemplary spotlight on how compliance can make or break a business’s operations. A tier-one automotive supplier with annual imports valued at $280 million across 14 countries found itself in…

Navigating International Trade in Trump’s Second Term: What Businesses Need to Know

February 19, 2025

Key Concerns for Business Leaders & Decision Makers  As businesses brace for another wave of trade policy shifts under President Trump’s second term, one question looms large: How do we navigate these changes without taking a major hit?  New tariffs…

Potential Mexican and Canadian Tariffs: Top-Line Insights & How Businesses Can Adapt

February 14, 2025

In the intricate realm of international trade, importers shoulder the responsibility of ensuring compliance with a plethora of regulations enforced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Central to this obligation is the concept of exercising “reasonable care.” Here I’ll explore the significance of reasonable care for importers, its role in import compliance, and strategies for implementation.

Considerations for Diversifying Supply Chains in Uncertain Times

January 17, 2025

In the intricate realm of international trade, importers shoulder the responsibility of ensuring compliance with a plethora of regulations enforced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Central to this obligation is the concept of exercising “reasonable care.” Here I’ll explore the significance of reasonable care for importers, its role in import compliance, and strategies for implementation.

Mergers & Acquisitions: Key Trade Compliance Considerations

January 14, 2025

In the intricate realm of international trade, importers shoulder the responsibility of ensuring compliance with a plethora of regulations enforced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Central to this obligation is the concept of exercising “reasonable care.” Here I’ll explore the significance of reasonable care for importers, its role in import compliance, and strategies for implementation.

Upholding Compliance: Exercising Reasonable Care

December 13, 2024

In the intricate realm of international trade, importers shoulder the responsibility of ensuring compliance with a plethora of regulations enforced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Central to this obligation is the concept of exercising “reasonable care.” Here I’ll explore the significance of reasonable care for importers, its role in import compliance, and strategies for implementation.

Year-End Trade Compliance Checklist: Prepare for a Successful 2025

December 12, 2024

Nic Arters Director, Star USA As our Star USA team ramps up to next year, I can’t help but reflect on the trade compliance landscape of 2024. The global trade landscape shifted with new regulations, evolving sanctions, and technological advancements,…

A Path to Compliance: Understanding Prior Disclosures

April 4, 2024

In the realm of international trade, importers must adhere to a myriad of regulations set forth by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to ensure compliance with customs laws. In cases where errors or omissions are identified, the Prior Disclosure…

The Power of Transparency: Voluntary Self-Disclosures

April 4, 2024

In the dynamic landscape of international trade, exporters must navigate a labyrinth of regulations set forth by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) to ensure adherence to export control laws. When facing potential violations or errors in export transactions,…

Export Sanctions & Embargoes: Risk Management

March 29, 2024

Export sanctions and embargoes are governmental measures imposed to restrict or prohibit the exportation of goods, services, or technologies to certain countries, entities, or individuals. These measures are typically enacted for various reasons, including national security concerns, human rights violations,…