Tariffs Are Costing Dutch Exporters More Than Money

📦 Tariffs Are Costing Dutch Exporters More Than Money

NRC Handelsblad recently published an article on the mounting challenges Dutch companies face when exporting to the United States. Tariffs and customs procedures are not only costly, they are often unclear. What should be a straightforward process can quickly turn into delays, unexpected penalties, and uncertainty.

🔗 You can read the full article here (paywall): http://bit.ly/4gGv5EI

The impact goes beyond the balance sheet. When companies hesitate or lose time, competitors move faster. In the U.S. market, where speed and scale matter, uncertainty can cost more than tariffs themselves.

This raises important questions for European founders:

• How do you reduce exposure to tariffs and hidden costs?
• When does it make sense to produce or assemble closer to your U.S. customers?
• What kind of local partnerships can turn these challenges into a competitive advantage?

These are the questions we work on every day at Quartermaster California. We help Dutch and European companies find their footing by connecting them with trusted partners, exploring production and logistics options, and creating strategies that keep their expansion on track.

👉 If your business is considering U.S. expansion, now is the time to act. Visit www.quartermastercalifornia.com and schedule a call to take the first step toward building your future in the United States. 🌴

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