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Enhanced ACAS Enforcement Extended Through May 1, 2027

2026-08-21T23:17:03+00:00August 11th, 2026|International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs|

CBP has extended the Enhanced ACAS phased enforcement period to May 1, 2027. Air carriers and eligible filers must continue submitting required ACAS data while addressing data quality issues, confirming system readiness, and coordinating with CBP on implementation concerns. The extension gives affected parties additional time to complete system integrations, refine compliance procedures, and prepare for full enforcement under the Enhanced ACAS Interim Final Rule.

CPSC eFiling Now Live (PGA Message Set Clarifications)

2026-07-31T04:58:44+00:00July 31st, 2026|International Trade Issues, Other Government Agencies/Depts., Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs|

CPSC eFiling through CBP's ACE system is now in effect for regulated consumer product imports. Importers must submit electronic Certificate of Compliance data at entry, determine whether their products require certification, and understand available filing options. CPSC also confirms that missing PGA Message Set data will not trigger CBP entry rejection.

Canada Imports: Prohibited and Restricted Goods

2026-08-26T08:26:57+00:00July 25th, 2026|Trade Talk Blog|

Importing goods into Canada requires more than customs documentation. Some products are prohibited, while others require permits, licences, certificates, or other approvals. Learn how Canadian import controls apply to food, firearms, vehicles, soil, firewood, forced-labor goods, and other regulated products, plus steps to verify requirements before shipping.

Section 301 Forced Labor Tariffs on 60 Economies, Effective July 24 (CBP Guidance Available)

2026-07-27T18:13:42+00:00July 24th, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs, United States Imports|

Section 301 tariffs on 60 economies takes effect July 24, 2026, at rates of 10 to 12.5 percent. Canada's rate is 10 percent, with a USMCA exemption. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued entry filing guidance covering HTSUS numbers, general and country-specific exemptions, and the reporting order for entries.

CBSA Announces Changes to U.S. Surtax Remission Order (Updated)

2026-07-08T03:24:40+00:00July 8th, 2026|Canada Customs, Risk Management, Trade Compliance|

CBSA has amended Customs Notice 25-19, extending the import deadline for goods covered under sections 1, 2, and 3.1, and Schedule 1 to July 1, 2027. The update also adds Schedule 6 for eligible steel and aluminum goods, introduces special authorization code 25-0466T01, and expands the authorization codes used to file surtax remission claims.

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