China-to-US ocean freight rates fell by about $1,000 this week as carriers lowered prices to stimulate demand. Read the latest Freight Right market update on CEA to USWC and USEC rates, tariff uncertainty, and the outlook for the remainder of the 2026 pea
China–US ocean freight rates from CEA to the US West Coast and East Coast softened slightly week over week as demand remained low, carriers tested modest reductions, and the market appeared to reach a near-term rate ceiling.
IEEPA tariff refunds are managed through CBP systems, ACE data, CAPE declarations, and ACH refund setup. Learn why licensed customs brokers are often better positioned than lawyers to help importers recover eligible tariff refunds efficiently.
Late-June front-loading has triggered a severe transpacific space crunch. Discover how carrier rate hikes are driving ocean freight costs to new heights as shippers scramble for limited vessel capacity.
IEEPA Phase 2 is now implemented, expanding CAPE refund eligibility for certain reconciliation-flagged entries. Learn how Phase 2 differs from Phase 1, who may qualify, and what importers should do next.
China–US ocean freight rates remain elevated, with CEA to USWC pricing above $6,000 while promotional carrier deals help some shipments move lower. Learn what is driving rates and what to expect heading into July.
Transpacific ocean freight rates soared past $6,000 to the USWC and hit the mid-$7,000s to the USEC. Discover how front-loading and severe space constraints are driving this week's market update.
Ocean freight rates skyrocket past $6,000 to USWC and $7,000 to USEC. Discover how carrier blank sailings, space deficits, and tariff front-loading are driving this early peak season crunch.
President Trump’s customs enforcement executive order targets foreign importers of record, weak bonding, duty evasion, undervaluation, and supply-chain opacity. Here’s what small and mid-sized importers should know.
Ocean freight rates hold steady, but massive June GRIs loom. Discover how carrier blank sailings and terminal capacity constraints are driving up transpacific shipping costs.
IEEPA - "Trump tariff" - refunds are starting to hit importers' bank accounts. Many are seeing amounts around $8,000 in under two weeks, according to new data from Freight Right's in house customs brokerage.
Ocean freight rates double for USWC and USEC as carrier capacity cuts trigger severe space shortages and rolled cargo. Read the latest weekly freight market update on rising spot rates, premium expedited shipping surges, and the June GRI outlook.
China to US rates surge toward $4,500 as carriers implement mid-month hikes. Learn how post-holiday demand, IEEPA refunds, and shifting air freight trends are redefining Trans-Pacific logistics strategies.
CBP’s latest IEEPA tariff refund update shows $35.46B in anticipated refunds and interest. Learn what importers should do now to claim eligible refunds.
China-US rates remain stable at $2,700-$3,800, but blank sailings and vessel overloading are causing record shipment rollovers and strategic rerouting through Busan.
Carriers use aggressive blank sailings to maintain China-US rates at $2,700, while shippers withhold volume in anticipation of a May price drop. Explore the impact of fuel surcharges and booking rolls on your supply chain.
Explore how aggressive blank sailings and new blended rate strategies are stabilizing CEA to USWC/USEC shipping costs despite weak demand. Stay informed on current ocean freight market updates and rate changes.
Ocean rates hit $2,700 as carriers implement $300 emergency fuel surcharges. Explore how geopolitical instability and weekly rate shifts are impacting China-to-US shipping lanes.
Discover why ocean carriers are shifting to weekly rate cycles, the status of the upcoming Emergency Fuel Surcharge, and current rate benchmarks for China to US East and West Coasts.
Understand why ocean freight rates are climbing despite record low volumes. Our March 2026 update covers the $600 rate hikes, new emergency fuel surcharges, and how blank sailings are impacting China-to-US shipping costs.