Packaging manufacturers worried by 50% tariffs on steel, aluminum

Doubling tariffs on metals imports risks unintended consequences throughout the packaging supply chain, according to the Can Manufacturers Institute and the Aluminum Association.

By Katie Pyzyk • June 3, 2025

The Commerce Department recalled funding for 6 manufacturing tech hubs. What happens next?

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the hubs were previously awarded funding that was not actually available yet and through a rushed selection process by the Biden administration.

By Nathan Owens • June 2, 2025

Minnesota is set to impose new PFAS reporting requirements in January. Manufacturers say they need more time.

Manufacturers and trade groups are urging the state to extend the forever chemicals reporting deadline, saying they need more time to sift through complex, multitiered supply chains.

By Sara Samora • May 30, 2025

Nvidia logs 69% Q1 revenue jump despite Trump export controls

Despite a $4.5 billion loss due to the Trump administration's restrictions on AI chips to China, the company saw skyrocketing data center demand and continues to invest in U.S. production. 

By Kate Magill • May 29, 2025

US court blocks Trump’s sweeping tariffs

The Court of International Trade said the president overstepped his authority, halting various duties. After an appeal, the ruling has been paused.

By Edwin Lopez • Updated May 30, 2025

Boeing, DOJ reach $1.1B deal to drop plane crash criminal charges

The new deal with the Department of Justice could keep the aircraft maker from a June 23 jury trial over two fatal 737 Max aircraft crashes that killed 346 people.

By Sara Samora • May 28, 2025

Experts advise manufacturers to ‘keep it calm, keep it cool’ as tariffs drive uncertainty

Conference speakers from Kearney, Specright and Streamliners Management Consulting urged companies to not act hastily in relocating their operations or cutting ties with their suppliers, saying the tariffs will eventually pass.

By Nathan Owens • May 27, 2025

Trump backs Nippon-US Steel ‘planned partnership’

The president claims the $14 billion agreement will be controlled by the United States and create 70,000 jobs. 

By Kate Magill • May 27, 2025

Kraft Heinz confirms $3B investment in US manufacturing

The ketchup maker is aiming to offset the impact of tariffs and weak consumer spending.

By Chris Casey • May 27, 2025

Incinerator test shows over 99% PFAS destruction: Veolia report

The environmental services company said its research aims to validate the technology for destroying forever chemicals.

By Megan Quinn • May 22, 2025

Denka suspends production at Louisiana synthetic rubber facilities indefinitely

The cost of keeping the LaPlace site emissions-compliant led to an “extraordinary loss” of 16.1 billion yen for the Japan-based manufacturer.

By Sara Samora • May 21, 2025

3M reached $450M settlement with New Jersey over alleged PFAS contamination

The agreement resolves claims involving Chemours’ Chambers Works site in Deepwater.

By Sara Samora • May 20, 2025

House Republican budget proposal slashes IRA tax credits, boosts R&D expensing

The proposal from the Ways and Means Committee would expedite the phaseout of the 45X clean energy production credit.

By Kate Magill • May 15, 2025

EPA’s future PFAS manufacturing effluent limitation guidelines raise new questions

The Trump administration will pursue regulations for certain manufacturers of chemicals, plastics and synthetic fibers after pausing implementation of a similar Biden-era proposal.

By April Reese • May 15, 2025

Manufacturers prepare for Maine’s sweeping PFAS restrictions

Companies are pushing to replace inputs or change product labeling as they work to comply with the state’s landmark law. 

By Elizabeth Gribkoff • May 13, 2025

Small Business Administration boosts manufacturing funding efforts

The agency will provide up to $1.1 million to three applicants to deliver training and assistance to small manufacturers. An effort to unlock more financing for businesses is also in the works.

By Nathan Owens • May 12, 2025

US, China agree to reduce tariff rates for 90 days

By Wednesday, the two countries will charge 10% baseline duties during the period and remove certain retaliatory levies that pushed rates over 100%.

By Philip Neuffer • May 12, 2025

Senate Dems push for small business tariff exemption

Under a bill introduced this week, duties imposed when President Donald Trump declared a national emergency on April 2 would not apply to goods imported or used by small companies.

By Daphne Howland • May 8, 2025

US semiconductor import probe looms over medtech industry

Medical device manufacturers could face increased costs if the Commerce Department's Section 232 probe leads to tariffs on chips.

By Susan Kelly • May 8, 2025

US, UK agree on framework for tariff, market access deal

Although not yet legally binding, the proposed agreement outlines the potential makeup of the Trump administration’s first trade pact since unveiling its reciprocal tariff plan in April.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated May 9, 2025

RTX, GE Aerospace brace for potential multi-million tariff impacts

The aerospace component manufacturers are each preparing to take various mitigation actions, such as streamlining operations to soften the levies’ blow.

By Sara Samora • May 7, 2025

Trump orders FDA to help speed building of new drug factories

Yet regulatory relief for U.S. expansion could be accompanied by new tariffs and drug pricing rules.

By Jonathan Gardner • May 6, 2025

‘We’re headed in the wrong direction’: Tariffs drive up prices, hurt output: PMI

Manufacturers pulled back on production last month as the Trump administration's volatile trade policy caused consumer confusion and a drop in demand, per the Institute for Supply Management. 

By Kate Magill • May 1, 2025

Are tariffs the new COVID-19 for manufacturers?

The Trump administration’s tariff policies are forcing companies to better leverage AI tools to stay agile and quickly adapt to new challenges, writes industry analyst Jan Burian.

By Jan Burian • May 1, 2025

TSCA 10-year review offers chance for industry-sought reform

Chemical makers hope next year’s review pushes chemical reviews to be faster and more transparent. 

By Sara Samora • April 30, 2025