CBSA released its 2026 trade compliance priorities, focusing on supply-managed goods, surtaxes, taxes, and trade agreement compliance. Using CARM and other tools, the agency targets suspected or known non-compliance while adjusting priorities based on risk, revenue exposure, and verification outcomes throughout the year.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced 2026 tariff rate quotas for various products, including food, agricultural, brooms, apparel, and preferential goods. The quota period runs from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, and quotas include specific limits and minimum access quantities for certain countries.
On September 30, 2025, CBP updated the ACE Secure Data Portal to allow trade users to submit U.S. bank information and receive refunds electronically via ACH. On October 30, 2025, CBP launched an automated account application process. Starting February 6, 2026, all refunds will be issued electronically through ACH.
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