Effective July 8, 2026, importers of regulated consumer products must electronically submit Certificate of Compliance data through CBP’s ACE system at entry. Failure to comply may result in shipment holds, delays, or rejected entries. Importers should ensure all required certificates and broker data are complete before enforcement begins.
Effective July 7, 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection will no longer accept warehouse entries on CAPE Declarations for IEEPA duty refunds. Warehouse withdrawals will continue to be accepted, and refunds will be processed once the associated warehouse entry is liquidated or reliquidated. CBP plans to issue further guidance.
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 June 29, 2026, CBP issued updated guidance extending the Section 232 import adjustment offset to medium and heavy-duty vehicle (MHDV) parts. Here's what auto and MHDV importers need to know about eligibility, HTSUS codes, country-specific tariff treatment, and entry filing under Proclamations 10908 and 10984.
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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.
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.
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.
Effective April 6, 2026, Section 232 tariffs on aluminum, steel, and copper apply to the full customs value of imports. Rates include 50%, 25%, and 15% through 2027. A June 1 proclamation adjusts Annex I-C rates, expands coverage, and lowers thresholds. CBP guidance provides updated HTS classifications and reporting rules effective June 8, 2026.
Canada has introduced measures to support its steel and lumber industries, including a 25% tariff on certain steel products, reduced freight rates, and financial aid. On December 12, 2025, steel TRQs under item 82 were updated. On June 3, 2026, key steel and aluminum tariff measures were extended to June 2027.
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