GDLSK partner Erik Smithweiss was recently quoted in an Economic Times article exploring how U.S. companies are legally minimizing tariff exposure through a strategy known as tariff engineering. The article highlights how businesses across industries are redesigning products and adjusting classifications to reduce duty liability under Trump-era trade policies.
Erik discussed how companies are proactively seeking solutions amid shifting tariff landscapes and the piece offers a wide-ranging look at how importers – from airlines to apparel brands – are navigating rising cost while remaining compliant with U.S. customs regulations.
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