Tariffs and Custom Declaration Assistance

U.S. tariff regulations and customs declaration requirements are in constant flux, with existing tariff laws expiring and new ones taking effect. Many importers struggle to obtain the information needed to file accurate customs declarations, often resulting in goods sitting at port for weeks. We help you cut through this complexity, ensuring smooth imports with minimal delays.

One recent challenge has been the Section 232 tariffs on aluminum, steel, and copper, which shifted from taxing material cost to taxing the full commercial value of the product. This has significantly increased the cost of importing finished goods from Asia to the U.S. Compounding the issue is a confusing tiered system: importers must determine whether their product counts as "almost entirely made of metal" or simply contains more than 15% metal content, a distinction that makes accurate cost calculation difficult.

On top of that, importers need to know the precise percentage of aluminum, steel, or copper in their products, information that manufacturers don't always provide. This puts importers in a difficult position: without accurate composition data, filing an accurate entry summary becomes nearly impossible, often resulting in goods held at port for weeks or in tariffs being overcharged. Many overseas manufacturers simply don't have the capacity to calculate precise metal percentages, and some have little incentive to help once the goods have already shipped.

Working with GTT USA saves you days of frustration and delivers a smoother, more predictable importing experience. Our team stays current on evolving tariff codes and customs documentation requirements, so you don't have to track every regulatory change yourself. We help you gather data that customs requires and ensure your declarations are filed correctly the first time. The result is fewer delays at port, more accurate cost forecasting, and one less thing to worry about as you scale your import operations.