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.
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.
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will host FY 2026 TRLED webinars on trade violation reporting. Sessions cover the Trade Violations Reporting tool and EAPA allegation filings. Due to a partial DHS shutdown, the March 31 and April 2 webinars are canceled. Meanwhile, registration is now open for June webinars.
We are proud to announce that once again, GHY has been announced a winner of Canada's Best Managed Companies, retaining its Platinum Club status for the 12th consecutive year, maintaining its status as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for the past 18 years. Full details here.
EU phytosanitary requirements for oak and chestnut wood from Canada and the United States require bark-free material and heat treatment at 56°C for 30 minutes. These rules apply starting October 15, 2026 and affect logs, lumber, and related solid wood exports under new EU plant health measures and compliance standards.
Canada reminds importers of MERV reporting requirements for marine engines, vessels, and off-road recreational vehicles. Importation Declarations are required before entry, and End-of-Model-Year reports are due by June 1, with reporting requirements varying based on import volume and compliance obligations under the regulations.
Auto parts self-certification allows importers to declare certain goods under Section 232 automotive tariff rules when products may be used in vehicle manufacturing or repair. Learn HTSUS classifications, eligibility conditions, and how USMCA provisions can help offset duties for qualifying imports under current CBP guidance.
The U.S. Department of Commerce introduced HTSUS 9903.82.01 for products that contain no aluminum, steel, or copper under the Section 232 trade remedy program. The update applies retroactively to April 6, 2026, and may require importers to amend entries previously filed under exemption 9903.82.03 for qualifying non-metal goods.
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