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The 20:00 Freight Pulse: EU-U.S. Duty Waivers & New SCOTUS Liability Explained in Under 3 Minutes

  • Writer: Lanta LLC
    Lanta LLC
  • 2 hours ago
  • 2 min read

Global logistics just got a major mid-year shakeup. On June 25, 2026, the EU Council officially ratified the new EU-U.S. steel and aluminum trade deal, while the Supreme Court has finally solidified liability standards that shift the burden onto 3PLs and their selection processes.

Duty Waivers: The 15% Cap

The trade wars are cooling, but the compliance burden is heating up. Under the new agreement, Section 232 duties are being restructured into a "Temporary Reduction List" effective through 2027. If your regular Column 1 duty rate is under 15%, the total duty is now capped at 15%. If it’s over 15%, the additional Section 232 surcharge is effectively waived.

For growing brands importing raw materials, this provides much-needed price stability. However, the EU retains the right to suspend these preferences if U.S. tariffs on derivatives don't drop by year-end. Real-time visibility in your 3PL Maryland operations is now non-negotiable to manage these fluctuating landed costs.

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SCOTUS Liability: The Selection Trap

The Supreme Court has effectively closed the loophole on broker liability, ruling that "negligent selection" claims against 3PLs are not always preempted by federal law. This means if your warehouse partner doesn't have a rigorous, data-backed carrier vetting process, you are legally exposed.

At Lanta Logistics, we eliminate this risk through enterprise-level standards and 20+ years of structured logistics execution. Whether it's a food-grade warehouse or a Hazmat certified 3PL requirement, the shift in liability means you can no longer afford "cheap and fast" without accountability.

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Mid-Atlantic Impact

For shippers moving goods through the Port of Baltimore or utilizing Glen Burnie warehouse space, these changes mean your bottom line depends on compliance. The new duty waivers require precise SKU management to ensure you aren't overpaying during the 60-day transition window.

Don't let shifting trade laws stall your growth; partner with a 3PL that leads with precision.

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Takeaway: Compliance is the new competitive advantage: ensure your logistics partner is ready for the 2027 transition.

 
 
 

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