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For North American Importers, GHY focuses on Customs Brokerage and Trade Compliance. Unlike other Customs Brokers, this is all that we do. We Free Trade™ so you can focus on running and growing your business.
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U.S. Imposes Section 338 Tariffs on Certain Canadian Imports (Further Scope Changes Effective Oct. 30)
On Oct. 23, 2026, President Trump signed a further proclamation modifying the scope of the 50% Section 338 duties on Canadian goods, effective Oct. 30, 2026. Plywood sheets, some paper products, certain machinery and refrigeration equipment, and certain packing crates and boxes are removed, while certain valves, carpets, waste products, and other goods are added. CBP guidance is pending, and importers should re-screen Canadian HTSUS lines before Oct. 30.
Trump Orders Negotiations on Wind Turbine Imports Under Section 232
President Trump issued a proclamation on October 22, 2026, directing Commerce and the U.S. Trade Representative to negotiate with foreign trading partners over wind turbine imports. Commerce identified cybersecurity vulnerabilities, radar interference, and reliance on foreign-made components as national security concerns. Existing Section 232 duties on covered aluminum, steel, and copper products remain unchanged.
CBP Issues Guidance on Section 301 China Conforming Amendment (Updated)
Latest: CBP updated its guidance on Section 301 China Conforming Amendment on October 22, 2026, to cover five product exclusions affected by changes to HTSUS statistical reporting numbers. The updated guidance takes effect in ACE at 6 p.m. EDT on October 23. Importers who paid Section 301 duties on eligible goods may request refunds through a Post Summary Correction or protest, subject to filing deadlines.
