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Tariffs Unleashed: What Steel & Aluminum Duties Mean for Trade, Pricing, and Supply Chains
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On August 18, 2025, expanded Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum officially took effect, covering over 400 additional product categories and more than $320 billion in annual imports. From automotive components and home appliances to industrial equipment and coatings, these changes are reshaping sourcing strategies, trade flows, and compliance requirements across the supply chain.
In this episode, we explore:
What’s included in the latest tariff expansion and why it matters
How these duties affect pricing, procurement, and production planning
The compliance essentials: HTS classifications, smelt/cast documentation, and CBP audits
- What shippers, importers, and carriers should know about evolving trade dynamics
- Strategic considerations for managing cost, flexibility, and supply chain continuity
Whether you're in manufacturing, logistics, or retail, this conversation offers a clear-eyed look at how policy shifts are intersecting with real-world operations, and what to watch for next.
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