Recent U.S. tariff changes have sent ripples through the global supply chain, creating uncertainty and adding cost and complexity for importers and exporters alike. At iTradeNetwork, we understand how disruptive these changes can be—and we’re here to help you navigate them with confidence.

The Real-World Impact: What's at Stake?

The real-world impact of these new tariffs is both immediate and far-reaching. Buyers and suppliers are seeing increased operational costs and facing the risk of overpayment when key details—like Country of Origin Labeling (COOL) or product codes—are missing. Many businesses are still relying on manual tracking, placing added pressure on internal teams or customs brokers who may not have complete or accurate data. These challenges are further complicated by confusion around tariff responsibility in cross-border transactions and the heightened need for audit-ready documentation. 

Key concerns include:

• Rising landed costs across supply chains
• Potential for overcharges due to incomplete or inaccurate product data
• Uncertainty around which party is responsible for tariffs
• Increased audit risk without proper documentation and tracking systems

Let iTradeNetwork Handle It

At iTradeNetwork, we believe your time is better spent managing your business—not chasing tariff data. That’s why we’ve enhanced our solutions with new features coming in April 2025, to remove the burden of tracking, auditing, and managing tariff implications. Here’s how:

Automated Tariff Application

Forget about manual calculations or missed charges. With the new Automated Tariff Application, buyers can now apply tariff-related costs automatically at the PO line item level based on country-of-origin codes (COOL) and shipping region.

A simple “Dutiable” checkbox flags line items as tariff-eligible and applies associated charges as Extra Service (ES) fees. Whether the PO is created manually or via system integration, the process remains consistent, controlled, and accurate. Better yet, suppliers cannot edit or remove these designated charges—ensuring that tariff rules are applied uniformly and without disruption. Buyers can also configure default behaviors to suit their operations, giving them flexibility without sacrificing oversight.

Actionable Tariff Reporting

Visibility is critical when managing landed costs and supplier relationships. That’s why our new line-level Tariff Report gives procurement, finance, and supply chain teams a complete picture of how tariffs are impacting spend.

The report includes:

• PO number & sales order number
• SKU & product description
• Quantity & unit price
• Tariff amount & total cost (with tariffs)
• Ship-from location & country of origin
• Vendor number & responsible party for the tariff

This data allows your teams to analyze spending trends, reconcile charges, and have more informed conversations with vendors about cost responsibility and sourcing decisions.

Built Into OMS

Our OMS Enhancements make it easy to layer tariff charges into your existing landed cost workflows. Buyers using Enhanced or Prorated Extra Service (ES) charges can apply tariff fees based on vendor and ship-to location—without adding any costs to vendors or carriers.

Within iTrade Freight, Customers can now add custom charges, such as tariffs, separately from freight costs, allowing for more precise tracking and financial management.

Additionally, because tariffs are now tracked separately from freight charges, customers gain cleaner, more accurate financial data and better organizational tracking at the PO level.

The image above shows the Charges panel in OMS. PO detail pages will now include "Tariff" as an option for Charge Type.

Smarter RFQs

The enhanced Landed Cost Analyzer will include automated tariff data—giving your team the ability to compare supplier quotes with complete transparency.

By factoring in tariffs upfront, buyers can make more strategic sourcing decisions and avoid surprises down the line.

Why It Matters

These changes are more than a policy update—they represent a shift in how global trade will be conducted in 2025 and beyond. With iTradeNetwork, you can:

• Avoid overpayment due to missing origin codes or misclassified goods
  
  
• Reduce manual effort by automating cost capture at the point of entry
  
  
• Stay audit-ready, even 18 months after import
  
  
• Clarify tariff responsibility, eliminating confusion between buyer and supplier
  
  
• Maintain a clean, reliable data trail to support government reconciliation or legal disputes
  
  

What’s Next?

We recommend working closely with customs brokers, your primary partners for navigating cross-border tariffs, and your internal accounting teams to ensure your data is audit-ready. iTradeNetwork supports customs broker workflows and can provide the documentation they need—like commercial invoices—to help streamline border clearance and reduce delays. 

At the same time, it’s essential for your internal teams to be aligned and equipped to reconcile tariff charges using the automated reports and audit trails generated by iTradeNetwork’s module. 

Whether you’re a buyer forecasting costs or a supplier working to reduce cross-border friction, iTradeNetwork is built to help you adapt and stay ahead. 

Talk to your iTradeNetwork representative today to learn how we can keep you compliant, efficient, and in control—no matter how trade policies evolve.