April 2nd Tariffs: What They Mean for Your Supply Chain
April 2nd Tariffs: What They Mean for Your Supply Chain — and How Fleetcore Logistics Can Help You Stay Ahead
On April 2nd, 2025, President Trump signed a sweeping new tariff policy into effect, imposing a 10% baseline tariff on all imports, along with even steeper rates targeting specific countries:
- China: 34%
- Taiwan: 32%
- Japan: 24%
- European Union: 20%
- Vietnam: 46%
This bold move is already sending shockwaves through global supply chains. If your business depends on imported goods, components, or materials — the time to prepare is now.
At Fleetcore Logistics, we know how fast things can change in logistics. That’s why we’re helping our partners pivot quickly and confidently in the face of uncertainty.
What’s at Risk?
1. Rising Costs Across the Board
Tariffs will raise the cost of imported goods. From electronics and machinery to consumer products and packaging materials, many industries will feel the pressure on their bottom line.
2. Supplier Disruptions
Companies reliant on Asia-Pacific suppliers may face sourcing disruptions, pricing volatility, and sudden lead time extensions.
3. Freight Delays & Inventory Backlogs
As businesses rush to import goods before tariffs hit full force, port congestion and shipping delays are expected. Container availability and freight rates could spike.
4. Margin Compression & Customer Pushback
Rising costs often lead to rising prices. But in today’s economy, customers are more price-sensitive than ever — so supply chain agility and efficiency will be critical.
How Fleetcore Logistics Helps You Stay Ahead
Strategic Sourcing & Routing Support
We help clients identify reliable, tariff-exempt alternatives — including suppliers and manufacturers in Mexico, Canada, and Latin America — and adjust supply routes accordingly.
Landed Cost Analysis & Lane Optimization
We provide cost breakdowns on how tariffs affect your shipments and help you reroute freight to maximize savings and avoid bottlenecks.
Pre-Booking & Rate Lock-In
We secure container space early and lock in competitive shipping rates to help you avoid the rate hikes expected in Q2 and Q3.
Cross-Border Logistics Solutions
Fleetcore offers seamless domestic and cross-border shipping services across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico — giving you more flexibility to pivot away from overseas sourcing.
Free Tariff Impact Audit
We’ll review your current shipping data, identify high-risk product categories, and provide a strategic roadmap to help you minimize disruption and maintain profitability.
Let’s Build Resilient Supply Chains — Together
Tariffs are changing the rules of the game — but at Fleetcore Logistics, we see this as a chance to help our partners grow stronger, smarter, and more resilient.
Schedule your free tariff impact analysis today.
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