Group 1 - The U.S. Department of Homeland Security plans to impose a 50% tariff on Indian products starting from August 27, 2025, which could act as a de facto ban on Indian goods such as garments, shrimp, and jewelry [1] - To mitigate the impact, the Indian government has implemented measures like suspending import duties on raw materials and accelerating trade negotiations with other countries [1] - Certain exemptions are outlined, including goods shipped before the tariff implementation date and specific categories like humanitarian aid and certain electronics [1] Group 2 - A new reciprocal tariff framework will be effective from August 7, 2025, affecting all non-preferential trade partners, imposing an additional 10% ad valorem tax on most countries without trade agreements with the U.S. [1] - The minimum exemption threshold of $800 for goods outside the postal system has been eliminated, requiring formal declarations through ACE [2] - Tariffs on semi-finished and derived copper products have been raised to 50%, potentially impacting trade dynamics [3] Group 3 - Traders may engage in "rush shipments" to avoid high tariffs, leading to increased import volumes at major U.S. ports like Long Beach and Los Angeles before the tariffs take effect [3] - Indian ports may face greater pressure due to reduced export volumes, impacting dock revenues and logistics service demand [3]