Knowledge Center
The Descartes CustomsInfo Knowledge Center includes curated articles, reports, and insights on the latest developments in the import compliance regulatory landscape.
Five Reasons You Need to Have Up-to-Date Trade Content in 2025
In today’s fast-changing trade environment, keeping your trade content current is more important than ever when it comes to protecting your business, reducing risk, and unlocking global opportunities.
Spotlight on Brazil: More Tariff Remedies and Tariffs, Fewer Tariff Exceptions
Brazil has increased usage of trade remedies to protect their domestic industries while reducing or removing loopholes that exempt importers duties and import taxes.
Global Sanctions Screening Amid Complex Export Controls on Russia: Challenges and Compliance Strategies
Explore how robust sanctions screening software can help exporters navigate the expansive sanctions on Russia. Learn more.
Understanding Global Trade Content Pricing: Factors That Shape Cost and Value
The cost of global trade content is driven by several variables that affect the volume and quality of the information provided. Learn how to identify these factors and understand why they matter for your needs.
Mitigating Import Tariff Volatility: A Strategic Roadmap for Businesses
By Simran Sethi, Product Manager, Global Trade Intelligence, Descartes In today’s fast-changing global market, import tariff volatility is more than just an extra expense—it’s a call to reimagine your entire approach to business. As trade policies shift rapidly and...
Rules of Origin and Classification: What Can We Learn from the Court of Justice Ruling
Rules of origin and classification have been thrust back into the limelight after a recent landmark decision where the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU)
Navigating the Complexities of FTA Rules of Origin Guide
Understanding the nuances of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) rules of origin is essential to ensuring businesses make informed decisions without being penalized. The intricate network of trade compliance obligations has become more challenging to manage due to the growth...
Tools, Tariffs, and Trade Content: Top Three Takeaways from ATCC 2025
The Advanced Topics in Customs Compliance (ATCC) Conference traditionally brings out the “Trade Geeks” in full force and this year was no exception. Check out the top three takeaways from this year’s event,
U.S. Section 232 Tariffs: A Layer Cake of Tariff Remedies and Exceptions
Learn more about the impact of the United States’ use of Section 232 tariffs by the United States to protect its domestic industry of steel and aluminum production.
Maximizing Profitability Through Free Trade Agreements
In today’s globalized economy, businesses are constantly seeking ways to enhance profitability and gain a competitive edge. One powerful tool at their disposal is Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), which