Trade Updates
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Canadian Steel Safeguard TRQs Ending Oct. 24
Effective Oct 25, 2021, importers will no longer need to apply for shipment-specific permits to import subject goods free of the temporary safeguard surtax (5-20% depending on the product class). Find out more here.
Weekly Trade Briefing: Oct. 11 – 15, 2021
Find out what the latest trade developments are from - WTO's New HS Tracker - to U.S. businesses disappointed by Biden’s China tariff plan, we've detailed these and much more for you here.
CBP Warns Importers Not to Abuse Cancellation Requests
A warning to importers to not cancel entries filed to take advantage of pending or potential decreases in Section 301 duties and/or approval/extension of exclusions in violation of the applicable regulations. Find out all the important details here.
End-Use Key to USMCA Eligibility for Heavy Truck Starters, Customs Rules
The classification ruling on electric starters for heavy trucks is in! The eligibility for preferential tariff treatment for these under USMCA will now depend on the intended end-use of the goods. Find out all the details you need to know here.
Weekly Trade Briefing: October 4 – 8, 2021
Find out what the latest trade developments are from - CBSA determination of dumping - to re-investigation of refined sugar Imports, we've detailed these and much more for you here.
USTR Requests Comments on Reinstating Sec. 301 Exclusions
Restart the exclusion process for Section 301 tariffs on Chinese goods? The Biden administration is looking to do so, and seeking comments from stakeholders on whether to reinstate previously extended exclusions. Find out all the details and how you can submit your comments (between October 12 through December 1, 2021).
Biden Administration Unveils ‘New Approach’ to China Relationship
What are the four our key aspects of the Biden administration’s emerging China strategy that you need to know? We detail these for you here.
U.S., Vietnam Reach Agreement to End Sec. 301 Timber Probe
Were you worried that your goods would be affected by the United States Trade Representative's investigation into Vietnamese timber practices? Well, good news, no trade remedies are presently warranted. Find out all the details here.
EXIM Bank Hosting Free ‘Spotlight on Manufacturing’ Webinar Series
It's Manufacturing Month 2021! Free webinars will be offered throughout October featuring small business manufacturers and experts who will share their secrets and insights to help you grow your company’s international sales. Review the webinars offered, and sign up here.
ACE Portal Password Rules Changing
All Automated Commercial Environment Secure Data Portal account passwords now require a minimum of 15-characters. Find out the details.
Weekly Trade Briefing: Sept. 27 – Oct. 1, 2021
Find out what the latest weekly trade developments are, here.
Reminder: Phase VI of Lacey Act Enforcement Starts Friday
A reminder that today is the start of the implementation of Phase VI of the Lacey Act. Find out if your products require an import declaration.
USTR Temporarily Extends Sec. 301 Exclusions for Certain COVID-Related Products
Do your goods fall under the extension from exclusion on Section 301 duties for certain medical care imports from China? Find out here.
Weekly Trade Briefing: Sept. 20 – 24, 2021
Weekly Trade Briefing: Sept. 20 – 24, 2021 .......
Commerce Updates Regulations to Improve Trade Remedy Enforcement
Commerce Updates Regulations to Improve Trade Remedy Enforcement .......
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