International News

Iraq - Regulatory and Standards Update

The Central Organization for Standardization and Quality Control (COSQC) has expanded the scope of regulated products under the Conformity Assessment Programme (CAP) with immediate effect.

FX Valuable Insights for September

September is shaping up to be a pivotal month for FX markets, with central bank decisions, economic data, and political developments all in play.

ICS2 & ELO Changes – Prepare Now to Avoid Delays - UPDATE

ELO delayed until Autumn 2025

US Tariff Changes from 29 August 2025 – What UK Exporters Need to Know

Informative blog from the International Trade Centre's partners Exporter Services.

The End of De Minimis: Another Brexit For SME Exporters?

On 29 August 2025, UK exporters will lose access to a crucial enabler of frictionless trade when the USA eliminates its $800 de minimis threshold.

USA Suspends De Minimis Threshold on Imports

The US has announced the suspension of the de minimis threshold on imports. This means that packages below $800 in cost will be subject to customs duties from August 29

Authorisation by Declaration Increased

HMRC has updated its authorisation by declaration policy for certain Customs processes including Inward Processing.

India Trade Deal Marks Start Of New Era

The government claims that this will boost UK GDP by £4.8bn every year, with a collective wage increase of £2.2bn each year.

Industrial Strategy ‘An Important Milestone’

The government has today (23 June) released its long-awaited Industrial Strategy, with Labour ministers talking up a new approach to business development and support for key sectors including manufacturing, professional services and the creative industry.

US Tariffs - Business Implications - FAQs

US - UK Economic Prosperity Deal (EPD)

The new Executive Order made by the US President on 16 June provides new clarity on timelines on tariff reductions provided for in the General Heads of Agreement within the Economic Prosperity Deal (EPD) made between the UK and US on 8 May 2025. It follows an agreement reached by the Prime Minister and the President on 16 June on implementing the EPD.

UK Spared New US Tariffs

Confirmation that new US tariffs on steel and aluminium should not affect UK exports.

HMRC Prepares to Scale Up Compliance Audits Efforts

There is a hint of a warning that UK businesses should think about possible customs compliance audits sooner rather than later, as the government strongly suggests that it’s time to ramp up audits to collect outstanding debt.

Fruit and Veg Import Checks Scrapped

In advance of a new SPS agreement with EU, fruit and veg imports will require no fees or border checks - saving businesses time and money

Import and Export Skills Bootcamps Are Back!

The Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that we have received funding to deliver a further 3 Import and Export Bootcamps.