Special Import Measures Act (SIMA) Updated
What are the recent changes to the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA), and will they affect your imports? Find out all the details that you need to know here.
Importing a Vehicle through a Registered Importer (RI)
If you're looking to import a nonconforming vehicle that doesn't comply with DOT standards, it must be imported and modified through a Registered Importer (RI). Read on to learn more.
Customs Broker Regulations Finalized – Come into Effect Dec. 19
What are the final rules, and key changes issued by CBP to modernize the customs broker regulations? Find out here in addition to how they will affect the trade community from importers to freight forwarders and beyond.
Buy American Act Changes & Compliance
What are the 3 significant changes to the Buy American Act rules that you need to know and as a result why is it of importance that business review and revise their supply chains? We detail the answers to these and much more, here.
5 Useful Tips for Every New Importer
Ready to import your dream car? Read this handy guide to understanding all the costs you can expect when importing a vehicle into the United States.
Temporary Duty-Free Treatment for Infant Formula Base Powder
Importer of infant formula base powder? Good news, the CBP have granted temporary duty-free treatment. Find out all the details here.
Extension of China 301 Tariff Exclusions Requested by Businesses
A broad coalition of American businesses, trade organizations, and workers united against tariffs, recently sent a letter to the USTR regarding Section 301 tariff exclusions which are set to expire in the coming months, calling for USTR to both renew existing exclusions and create a more robust exclusions process moving forward. Find out all the details here.
Excise Tax Implemented on Vaping Products
An excise duty on vaping products has been implemented through a new excise duty framework as of October 1, 2022. Find out all the details here.
FDA Proposes Updated Definition of ‘Healthy’ Claim on Food Packages – Have Your Say
The FDA has proposed updating the criteria for when foods can be labeled with the nutrient content claim “healthy” on their packaging. Find out all the details on this proposed rule, and how you can have your say by submitting your comments.
Advance Notice to EPA Required to Import 24 Chemicals
Importers and manufacturers will soon be required to notify the EPA before importing, manufacturing, or processing any of 24 chemical substances for an activity designated as a significant new use. Find out all important details on dates of implementation, notification requirements, chemical substances affected and much more here.
