Spirit Customs Broker

04/15/2026

Good news for importers! If you paid IEEPA tariffs in 2025, CBP will be issuing refunds. Check the CBP instructions below, and if you need help, give us a call at phone number (714) 383-9973 to set up an appointment at our office: 5450 Orange Ave, Cypress, CA 90630.

https://www.cbp.gov/trade/programs-administration/trade-remedies/ieepa-duty-refunds

01/18/2026

IMPORT ALERT – NEW U.S. TARIFFS ANNOUNCED

President Trump announced new tariffs tied to national security and Greenland negotiations.

• Feb 1, 2026: 10% tariff on all U.S. imports from
Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, UK, Netherlands, Finland
• June 1, 2026: Tariffs increase to 25%
• Tariffs remain until a Greenland deal is reached

12/31/2025

11/26/2025

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09/23/2025

Every article of foreign origin entering the United States must be legibly marked with the English name of the country of origin unless an exception from marking is provided for in the law.

https://www.cbp.gov/trade/rulings/informed-compliance-publications/marking-country-origin-us-imports

09/22/2025

Understanding Customs Clearance Services:
When you import wearing apparels, household products, automobiles, or industrial parts, one of the biggest challenges is ensuring your goods clear customs smoothly and quickly. Delays, fines, or unexpected paperwork can disrupt your supply chain and increase costs. That’s why understanding the role of customs clearance services is essential. These services act as your guide through the complex maze of import regulations, helping you avoid common pitfalls and keep your business running efficiently.

When you import wearing apparels, household products, automobiles, or industrial parts, one of the biggest challenges is ensuring your goods clear customs smoothly and quickly. Delays, fines, or unexpected paperwork can disrupt your supply chain and increase costs. That’s why understanding the rol...

09/15/2025

Simplifying Import Customs Clearance Processes
Importing goods like apparels, household products, automobiles, or industrial parts into the U.S. can feel overwhelming. The process involves many steps, rules, and paperwork. But it doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right knowledge and approach, you can simplify the import customs clearance essentials and get your shipments through quickly and smoothly.

In this post, I’ll walk you through the key points you need to know. I’ll share practical tips and clear explanations to help you avoid common pitfalls. Whether you’re new to importing or looking to improve your process, this guide is for you.

Importing goods like apparels, household products, automobiles, or industrial parts into the U.S. can feel overwhelming. The process involves many steps, rules, and paperwork. But it doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right knowledge and approach, you can simplify the import customs clearanc...

09/06/2025

RETROACTIVE TARIFFS UNDER THE U.S. - JAPAN AGREEMENT

08/26/2025

Imports from India are now subject to a combined 50% tariff when entering the United States—comprising a 25% reciprocal tariff and an additional 25% ad valorem duty. These measures were imposed in response to India’s direct or indirect importation of oil from the Russian Federation

CSMS # 66027027 - Guidance-Additional Duties on Imports from India U.S. Customs and Border Protection sent this bulletin at 08/25/2025 05:46 PM EDT CSMS # 66027027 - Guidance-Additional Duties on Imports from India Executive Order (EO) 14329, “Addressing Threats to the United States by the Governm...

08/26/2025

Additional 50% tariff on all imports of semi-finished copper products and copper-intensive derivative products into the USA