The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) provides duty-free access to the U.S. market for over 6,500 African products, reducing costs and boosting trade opportunities. Since inception in 2000, AGOA has helped drive economic growth, job creation, and industrialization across …
America First in Trade: How New Policies Could Influence U.S. Exporters and Importers
Navigating the Shifting Trade Landscape As a new administration takes charge, businesses are preparing for potential shifts in trade policies. A renewed focus on an “America First” stance could mean changes in incentives for domestic manufacturing, adjustments to import regulations, …
ITC on the Move: Where to Find Us in 2025!
ITC Diligence International, Inc. is gearing up for several major industry events in 2025. These conferences and summits provide crucial insights into global trade, customs compliance, and FTZ operations. Here’s what’s ahead: 1. ICPA Annual Conference – Orlando 📅 March …
Fair Play: Navigating Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Duties
The international trade landscape is increasingly complex, and for U.S.-based businesses, anti-dumping (AD) and countervailing duties (CVD) present unique challenges. Designed to protect domestic industries from unfair competition, these measures often create hurdles for companies navigating import regulations. The good …
Steel and Aluminum Tariffs: What FTZ Operators Need to Know
New tariff updates on steel and aluminum are set to reshape global trade. On February 10, 2025, the incoming administration announced increased tariffs on these metals to 25%, broadened the list of covered products, and eliminated country exemptions. For Foreign …
Why Your Business Needs a Trade Compliance Expert Now More Than Ever
Trade is Changing, Again – Are You Prepared? 2025 is shaping up to be a milestone year for global trade with some of the most dramatic tariff changes in recent history. New trade measures announced under the International Emergency Economic …
Efficiency and Beyond: The Growing Role of 4PL Providers
With the growing complexity of supply chains, businesses require logistics solutions that deliver strategic oversight for seamless operations management. This is where Fourth-Party Logistics (4PL) providers step in. At ITC Diligence International, we deliver customized 4PL solutions that simplify supply …