DHS Adds 4 More Companies to the Forced Labor List (UFLPA)
The latest UFLPA Entity List update includes four textile companies. Explore the full article for insights on the scope, impact, and specifics of the newly targeted companies.
AD & CV Will Not Be Issued on Extruded Aluminum Imports
The USITC has determined that aluminum extrusions imported from 14 countries, do not materially harm U.S. industry, despite previous findings of unfair pricing and subsidies. Details here.
Postponed: Country of Melt and Pour Reporting Requirement on Steel
CBSA has postponed the second phase of the Steel Import Monitoring Program implementation (set for November 5th, 2024) requiring steel importers to report “Country of Melt and Pour (COM)”. Detail here.
Reminder: Lacey Act Declaration Required Dec. 1, 2024
APHIS announced the schedule of the next phase of Lacey Act declaration implementation. Phase VII will include a wide variety of materials and plant products, such as furniture, cork, and some essential oils that have not yet required a declaration. Details here.
Two More Entities Added to Forced Labor List; CBP Updates Website
The DHS has updated their UFLPA Entity List, adding two new entities and making a technical correction. These changes reinforce efforts to block imports made with forced labor from entering the U.S. Meanwhile, CBP has revamped its Forced Labor website to offer better resources, statistics, and streamlined navigation for users. Details here.
AD/CV Duty Investigations Initiated on Steel and Molded Fiber
Commerce and USITC have initiated new antidumping and countervailing duty investigations on imports of corrosion-resistant steel and thermoformed molded fiber products, assessing potential unfair pricing and subsidies from multiple countries. Find out which countries/products are affected, their HTSUS, and dumping margins.
Canada’s Steel and Aluminum Surtax
As reminder that starting October 22, 2024, a 25% surtax on Chinese steel and aluminum imports takes effect. Find out what products are affected on the final list and how our team can help importers/manufacturers recover these duties.
Section 301 Duties Exclusion on Machinery – Submit Your Request
The USTR has opened a portal for exclusion requests on specific machinery classified under 312 HTSUS subheadings from Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports, with submissions accepted until March 31, 2025. Details here.
Requirements for Canadian Egg Imports into the U.S. Updated
USDA APHIS has updated their requirements for exporting Canadian food products containing egg ingredients to the U.S.. Find out all the details here.
Country of Melt and Pour Reporting – Starts Nov. 5
A reminder that starting November 5th, 2024, steel importers will be required to report “Country of Melt and Pour (COM)” information to the CBSA when completing their customs declarations. Find out more here.
