The 18:00 Freight Pulse: Today’s Latest Shipping Law Changes Explained in Under 3 Minutes

June 14, 2026, marks a pivotal shift in the Mid-Atlantic logistics landscape. If you are moving metals or e-commerce parcels, your bottom line just hit a regulatory speed bump.

The De Minimis Death Knell

The biggest shock to the system is the continuing suspension of duty-free de minimis treatment. As of late February, the $800 "get out of duty free" card for e-commerce is largely gone. Every non-postal shipment: regardless of value: now requires full ACE entry and duty assessment. For growing brands, this means your Mid-Atlantic fulfillment strategy must now account for 100% duty exposure on imports. Lanta Logistics is already helping partners navigate these data-heavy reporting requirements to keep the pipeline moving.

Metal Tariffs and the June 8 Shift

Effective last week (June 8), new Section 232 tariffs on aluminum, steel, and copper are in full force. Any goods withdrawn from a Glen Burnie warehouse for consumption are now subject to updated rates. If you haven't re-modeled your landed costs since the first of the month, you are likely underpricing your inventory. Precision in SKU management is no longer optional; it’s a survival trait.

Ocean and International Compliance

The temporary Jones Act waivers have expired, returning domestic waterborne legs to standard US-flagged restrictions. Simultaneously, EU shippers are bracing for the July 1 removal of the €150 customs exemption. Whether you are operating out of a food-grade warehouse or a Hazmat certified 3PL, global documentation standards are tightening.

The Bottom Line

Regulatory shifts aren't just paperwork; they are margin killers. As a leading 3PL Maryland partner, Lanta Logistics ensures your supply chain remains compliant and cost-effective through every legislative turn.

Stop reacting to laws and start anticipating them. Contact Lanta Logistics today to audit your current compliance strategy.