Aug 22, 2025 | Aluminum, Fittings, Iron, Nipples, Steel, Valves
By the MSI Leadership Team “Pipe fittings are no longer on the edge of tariff enforcement. They’re in it.” As of August 2025, the U.S. Commerce Department officially expanded Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs to include over 400 new HTS codes. That includes items...
Jun 13, 2025 | Aluminum, Fittings, Flanges, Iron, Nipples, PIpe, Pipe Fittings, Pricing, Steel
By the MSI Leadership Team “Tariffs aren’t just coming — they’re landing. Literally.” On June 4, 2025 at 12:01 AM, the U.S. government implemented a significant escalation in its Section 232 trade measures: tariffs on steel and aluminum imports officially doubled to...
May 1, 2025 | Fittings, PIpe, Pipe Fittings, Pricing, Uncategorized
By the MSI Leadership Team “Deadlines come and go—but this one matters.” As a distributor, we know that change is constant. But some changes carry more weight—and the upcoming Section 232 tariffs are one of those moments. May 2 is the final day MSI will honor current...
Apr 15, 2025 | Fittings, Pipe Fittings, Pricing
“We’ve weathered price hikes before—but this one’s different.” If you work in distribution, contracting, or procurement, you've likely already heard about the reinstatement of Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum imports—and this time, copper is on the list too....
Dec 18, 2024 | Fittings, PIpe
Introduction The North American piping and fittings market is experiencing significant growth, driven by factors such as increased construction activities and technological advancements. This post provides an overview of the market dynamics and highlights key trends...
Jun 27, 2024 | Fittings, PIpe, Valves
Introduction The pipe, valve, and fitting (PVF) industry has been facing significant supply chain challenges since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Understanding these issues and adapting to them is crucial for distributors and manufacturers alike. Here’s an...
