PEM America Receives Over $250,000 in Duty Drawback

jlamadeleine • February 17, 2016

PEM America is an importer, distributor, and manufacturer of "top of the bed" textile products such as quilts, comforters, and pillows. We sell to the major department stores. Our products are manufactured principally in The People's Republic of China. All of our products are subject to a duty and yet, at PEM, we were exporting products and not recovering any of the associated duties. There was no system in place here. Once we became acquainted with International Tariff Management, what a world of difference it made. We had tremendous success from the very beginning. It was really just a matter of several months for us to see the drawback of customs duties. ITM has collected hundreds of thousands of dollars for PEM America, none of which we would have recovered without their help. I think in so many cases, [duty drawback] is an overlooked cash reserve. There is no question and there is no hesitancy in my recommendation of ITM. I would recommend ITM to any importer who pays customs duties. If you're not going to use this service, you'll be leaving an awful lot of money on the table.

Importer of Yogurt

How an Importer of Yogurt Recouped Almost One Million Dollars

By Jill LaMadeleine • June 18, 2025
The American company reached out to ITM for guidance. They were pleased to learn that under U.S. Customs regulations, they could file for duty drawback—a refund of duties paid—on expired and destroyed goods. Within just four months, ITM had successfully obtained the required authorizations and filed all claims related to the product destructions. Due to ITM’s relationship USCBP, and their expertise, over $850,000 in duty refunds was recouped.
Federal Appeal: Tariffs on imported goods

Newsletter | June 2025 | Update: Tariffs on imported goods

By Jill LaMadeleine • June 2, 2025
On May 28, 2025, a U.S. trade court ruled that President Donald Trump over stepped his authority in imposing the reciprocal tariffs. At that time, the court ordered an immediate block on said tariffs. As of May 29, 2025 a federal appeals court temporarily reinstated the most sweeping of Trump's tariffs. Pausing the lower court’s ruling, The United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in Washington is going to consider the government's appeal, and has ordered the plaintiffs in the cases to respond by June 5 and the administration by June 9. This is a developing situation and we will do our best to keep the information coming.
A Jewelry Retailer's Duty Drawback Success Story

Maximizing Profitability Through a Streamlined Duty Drawback Program: A Jewelry Retailer's Success Story

By Jill LaMadeleine • May 9, 2025
This jewelry retailer's duty drawback success story demonstrates the significant impact that a well-managed duty drawback program can have on profitability. By recovering significant funds, the jewelry retailer was able to reinvest in their business, enhance competitiveness, and strengthen their bottom line in a challenging market.
New tariffs on imported goods from most countries

Newsletter | April 2025 | Update: Tariffs on imported goods

By Jill LaMadeleine • April 3, 2025
Effective at 12:01 a.m. on April 5, 2025, a 10% baseline tariff on imported goods from most countries, with a few exceptions, will be implemented. This baseline is in addition to regular duties and fees, current IEPPA duties, Section 201 duties, Section 301 duties, and any applicable AD/CVD.
New tariffs now in effect

Newsletter | March 2025

By Jill LaMadeleine • March 4, 2025
As of 12:01am, March 4, 2025, tariffs of 25% are effective on products from Canada and Mexico and energy products from Canada are subject to a 10% duty. Products that are presently excluded from these tariffs include goods that are for personal use, goods entered under Chapter 98, donations that are imported under HTSUS 9903.01.21and merely information items included under HTSUS 9903.01.22. All other imported items will carry the 25% tariff and no drawback is permitted on these duties.
Steel and Aluminum Tariffs

Steel and Aluminum Tariffs: Key Changes and Upcoming Deadlines

By Jill LaMadeleine • February 18, 2025
The upcoming changes to steel and aluminum tariffs will significantly impact the steel and aluminum industries, with numerous provisions to ensure compliance. Importers, exporters, and manufacturers in the steel and aluminum sectors should stay informed about the latest developments and ensure their operations are aligned with these new tariff regulations.

New Executive Order Impacts Imports from China: Additional Tariffs and the End of De Minimis Exemption

By Jack LaMadeleine • February 5, 2025
On February 1, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order (EO) that imposes an additional 10% ad valorem tariff on most imports from China, which includes products of Hong Kong. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) quickly followed up with important guidance regarding these changes, particularly impacting the trade community's handling of de minimis shipments from China. Effective February 4, 2025, de minimis shipments from China will no longer be eligible for the administrative exemption from duty under 19 U.S.C. § 1321(a)(2)(C), and will be subject to the new 10% tariffs.  Here's everything you need to know about the changes:

De Minimus Update

By Jack LaMadeleine • February 5, 2025
The recent guidance from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regarding de minimis shipments from China is a significant update. Here's a quick breakdown of the key points in the alert:

Newsletter | Feb 2025

By Jack LaMadeleine • February 1, 2025
International Tariff Management's February Newsletter

Trump's 25% Tariff on Mexico and Canada, Day One Pledge Delayed

By Jack LaMadeleine • January 27, 2025
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump was sworn in for his second term, and with that came big promises regarding trade policy. But a significant shift came just days later, on January 21, when Trump announced plans to impose 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada—set to go into effect on February 1, 2025. This move represents a dramatic change in North American trade relations and could have wide-reaching effects on American consumers. At a signing ceremony in the Oval Office, Trump revealed that his administration would roll out tariffs on goods from two of the U.S.'s largest trading partners, Mexico and Canada. However, this new tariff decision doesn’t fully align with the aggressive trade strategy Trump promised during his campaign. The sweeping tariffs Trump pledged on his first day in office, including a 25% tariff on Mexico and Canada, have yet to materialize. His executive action, while still outlining a broad trade policy overhaul, serves more as a placeholder for a more extensive, long-term plan.
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