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CBSA Updates: Truck Body Dumping Determination, Heavy Plate Review, Wheat Gluten Investigation
CBSA issued a series of trade remedy updates in June 2026, covering truck bodies from China, heavy plate from Chinese Taipei and Germany, and wheat gluten from Italy, Poland, and the UK. The agency confirmed dumping on truck bodies, found heavy plate dumping likely to continue, and launched a new wheat gluten investigation.
Canada Imposes 10% Provisional Surtax on Certain Canned Vegetable Imports
Canada has imposed a 10% provisional safeguard surtax on certain canned vegetable imports effective June 19, 2026. The measure will remain in place for up to 200 days while the CITT investigates potential injury to domestic producers. Importers should review product coverage, exemptions, and reporting requirements.
Vietnam Tissue Paper Imports Could Be Subject to Antidumping Duties
A circumvention inquiry request involving Vietnam tissue paper imports made with China-origin jumbo rolls could lead to antidumping duty requirements. The U.S. Department of Commerce will review whether these products are circumventing the existing antidumping duty order covering tissue paper products from China.
Canada Extends Ukraine Goods Duty Remission Through 2027
CBSA updated Customs Notice 22-12 to extend customs duty remission for eligible Ukraine-origin goods through June 9, 2027. The update outlines eligibility rules, minimal operations, SIMA duty changes, customs coding requirements, and claim procedures for importers seeking relief under the Ukraine Goods Remission Order.
U.S. Reauthorizes AGOA, Haiti HOPE, and HELP Trade Programs (Updated CBP Refund Guidance)
President Trump reauthorized AGOA, Haiti HOPE, and Haiti HELP through 2026, restoring duty-free benefits and allowing eligible importers to request retroactive refunds. CBP’s updated guidance outlines refund eligibility, filing requirements, and the August 2, 2026 deadline for submitting claims related to duties paid during the program lapse.
Reminder: Feeds Regulations, 2024 Took Effect December 17, 2025; Transition Ends July 20, 2026
CFIA reminds stakeholders that the Feeds Regulations, 2024 are fully in force as of December 17, 2025. Importers of livestock feeds must meet registration or licensing requirements before the transition period ends on July 20, 2026, including updated AIRS procedures and Preventive Control Plan obligations.
CBP Issues WRO On Serbian Copper and Copper Products From Serbia Zijin
CBP issued a Withhold Release Order against copper and copper products from Serbia Zijin Copper D.O.O. due to evidence indicating forced labor concerns. The order requires U.S. ports of entry to detain affected shipments and allows importers to provide documentation, export goods, or destroy detained merchandise.
CBP Releases New ACE Account Portal Application (New Tools & Automation Added)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) introduced a web-based ACE Portal application for companies without existing access. The new form speeds up account setup, updates, and communication with CBP. CBP recently announced added new tools and automation to streamline ACE Portal account management.
CBP Announces 2026 Quotas for Agricultural, Food, Preferential Goods & Other Products (Updated)
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.
Canada’s Steel Surtax Extended to June 2027: What’s Changing June 28, 2026
Canada extends the 50% steel surtax under Customs Notice 25-24 through June 27, 2027. Starting June 28, 2026, updated TRQ volumes and revised schedules take effect, along with tariff classification changes. Importers must review quota allocations and product class assignments under Schedules 1 and 2 for compliance.
CBSA Extends CLVS Operational Measures for Commercial Goods Release Under CARM
CBSA issued Customs Notice 26-13 extending CLVS operational measures under CARM from June 12, 2026. It supports continued expedited release of commercial goods while importers complete CARM registration, BN issuance, and RPP enrollment. It also allows specific broker BN15 use and introduces a 12-month compliance period.
CBSA Reviews Copper Pipe Fittings from China, South Korea, and the U.S.
The Canada Border Services Agency has initiated an administrative review of copper pipe fittings from China, South Korea, and the United States. The review will reassess normal values, export prices, and subsidy amounts. CBSA has also launched a Section 20 inquiry into China's copper fitting and plumbing sector.
CBP Announces New Test for Crude Oil Data Collection from Canada and Mexico
CBP announced a National Customs Automation Program test to improve crude oil pipeline data collection from Canada and Mexico. The initiative uses ACE and Neoflow with digital standards to track movement, ownership changes, and transactions in near real time while improving reconciliation, compliance checks, and supply chain visibility.
CFIA Seeks Feedback on New Wood Products Export Program Directive
CFIA seeks feedback on draft directive D-25-02 for the Wood Products Export Program, setting phytosanitary requirements for Canada’s sawn wood exports. The consultation outlines registration rules and compliance measures for exporters, with comments accepted until August 17, 2026, before final publication on the CFIA website.
Canada Updates Steel Tariff-Rate Quotas Effective June 28, 2026
Canada issued Notice to Importers Item 82 Serial No. 1163 updating steel tariff-rate quotas effective June 28, 2026 under revised Year 2 allocations for non-FTA and non-CUSMA partners. Quota volumes adjust across key steel categories, including hot-rolled sheet, steel plate, cold-rolled sheet, and structural steel.
Canada Moves to Strengthen Import Ban on Forced Labor Goods
Canada has tabled legislation to strengthen its import ban on goods produced with forced labour. The Act reinforces existing measures, improves enforcement through federal coordination and evidence-based processes, and supports alignment with international efforts to eliminate forced labour from global supply chains.
CBP Releases Forced Labor Enforcement Operational Guidance for Importers
CBP issued updated Forced Labor Enforcement Operational Guidance for Importers. The document consolidates 19 U.S.C. § 1307, UFLPA, and CAATSA, introduces unified enforcement process maps, outlines detention and exclusion procedures, and expands appendices with supply chain documentation, due diligence examples, and CBP notices.
U.S. Can Keep Collecting 10% Tariffs for Now; Appeals Court Allows
On May 7, the CIT ruled the 10% Section 122 tariffs unlawful and ordered refunds for named plaintiffs. On June 11, the Federal Circuit granted a stay, pausing that injunction and allowing tariffs to remain in effect while the appeal proceeds. The court found likely success on appeal and potential irreparable harm absent a stay.
CBP to Launch CAPE Reconciliation Entry Processing for IEEPA Tariff Refunds by June 29
CBP informed the U.S. Court of International Trade that it expects to deploy reconciliation entry processing for IEEPA tariff refunds by June 29. According to the agency, since CAPE Phase 1 launched, more than 16 million entries have been processed and approximately $22 billion in refunds sent to Treasury for disbursement.
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Reporting Begins July 8 (Deadline Approaching)
Effective July 8, 2026, importers of regulated consumer products must electronically file Certificate of Compliance data through CBP's ACE system at the time of entry. Failure to comply may result in shipment holds or delays. As of this update, the mandatory CPSC eFiling deadline is 30 days away.
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