If you import steel derivative goods into Canada, the surtax remission guidance has changed. On November 2, 2026, CBSA updated Customs Notice 26-07 to extend scheduled goods remission to Schedules 1 to 3, introduce special authorization codes for Schedules 2 and 3, and clarify eligibility conditions. CBSA also removed Appendix A, which previously provided additional guidance on wind tower remission.
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) updated its trade compliance verification priorities in October 2026. The list covers goods subject to tariff classification reviews, surtaxes on U.S. and Chinese imports, and compliance checks involving energy commodities and electricity imports. The CBSA also released verification results showing errors in several categories, including steel, aluminum, electric vehicles, frozen desserts, and other imported goods.
On Oct. 29, 2026, CBP issued filing guidance for the October 30 changes to the 50% Section 338 duties on certain Canadian goods, following President Trump's Oct. 23 proclamation. Under the revised scope, 100 additional HTSUS classifications are now subject to the 50% duty, while certain other classifications are no longer covered. CBP also published an updated HTSUS list identifying the classifications affected by the changes.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced that the 2027 customs broker permit user fee of $190.88 is due no later than January 29, 2027. Customs brokers must pay by the deadline to avoid revocation of their national permits by operation of law. CBP encourages electronic payment through its eCBP portal, where first-time users must create a Login.gov account. Brokers can also pay at the processing center under CBP’s established remittance procedures.
Latest update: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a quota bulletin for Tranche 3 of the 2026 “Further Ensuring Affordable Beef for the American Consumer” tariff-rate quota, which covers 100,000 metric tons of beef from October 31 through November 30, 2026. The quota opens November 2, with entries processed on a first-come, first-served basis and excess quantities subject to higher duties. GHY tracks the latest 2026 quota bulletins, quota limits, opening dates, and entry requirements as CBP releases new updates.
Latest on IEEPA duty refunds: CBP is allowing an additional 30 days for public comments on its court-ordered refund information collection. Comments should address the collection’s necessity, estimated burden, clarity, or ways to reduce reporting burdens. Written comments must be submitted in English through Reginfo.gov by November 4, 2026.
Latest Update: On September 28, 2026, CBP issued updated entry filing guidance for Section 232 pharmaceutical tariffs covering HTSUS 9903.04.60–9903.04.70. The guidance incorporates the July 1 HTSUS changes and September 23 Commerce Department notice, confirms updated duty classifications, and notes that HTSUS 9903.04.61 is no longer in effect after September 29, 2026.
CBP will begin rejecting ACE entry summaries missing required copper primary country of smelt and country of cast information on September 14, 2026. The change applies to certain copper articles under four HTSUS classifications. ACE will issue a fatal F794 error when the required Type 12 record is not submitted. Importers may report “OTH” when required country information is unknown.
A new 50% Section 338 tariff takes effect August 22, 2026 (paused from August 19), calculated by the date goods arrive and enter the U.S., not the date they ship from Canada. This update details the actions exporters should take now, including confirming arrival timing with their carrier and broker, moving eligible shipments before the deadline, and holding others where entry timing is uncertain.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) now issues refunds electronically through ACH, with limited exceptions. Importers and customs brokers should maintain valid U.S. bank information in the ACE Portal and review the REV-613 report for rejected refunds. The latest guidance outlines ACH enrollment requirements, notify party procedures, and steps for addressing rejected or delayed refunds.
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