In the last month before GSP expired on December 31, it saved American companies $79 million on about $1.8 billion in imports. GSP imports were up by 17 percent – and tariffs savings were up by 29 percent – compared to December 2016. Total 2017 savings from GSP increased at least $136 million over 2016....
Continue readingWe continue highlighting companies around the country benefiting from GSP renewal. Yesterday focused on three companies in California, Florida, and North Carolina, while Monday focused on companies in Colorado, Illinois, and Missouri. Below are three more companies able to new and better American jobs because of GSP renewal: Kona Bicycle in Ferndal...
Continue readingOn Monday, President Donald J. Trump declared July 16-22 to be “Made in America” week and held an event at the White House highlighting American-made products. Yet such events often overlook the benefits of imports, including programs such as GSP, in creating those American-made products. Take BTR International, a small business in New ...
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