CBP informed the U.S. Court of International Trade that it expects to deploy reconciliation entry processing for IEEPA tariff refunds by June 29. According to the agency, since CAPE Phase 1 launched, more than 16 million entries have been processed and approximately $22 billion in refunds sent to Treasury for disbursement.
President Trump signed an executive order tightening U.S. customs enforcement, barring foreign importers from informal entry, raising bonding requirements, and expanding supply chain disclosures. The order sets a 50% minimum penalty floor, eliminates mitigation for repeat offenders, and directs DHS and DOJ to prioritize forced labor and transshipment violations.
USTR has determined that several Brazilian trade practices are actionable under Section 301, including digital trade restrictions, tariff policies, intellectual property enforcement gaps, ethanol market access issues, and deforestation concerns. The agency has proposed responsive action and is accepting public comments ahead of final decisions in July 2026.
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) is requesting public comments on a proposed U.S.-China Board of Trade to manage reciprocal tariff adjustments on non-sensitive goods. Separately, it has proposed Section 301 duties on 60 economies linked to forced labor concerns, with rates of 10% to 12.5% and key exemptions under review.
The USTR has launched a Section 301 investigation into Vietnam over concerns about intellectual property protection and enforcement. The action follows Vietnam’s designation in the 2026 Special 301 Report. Officials say ongoing enforcement gaps affect U.S. businesses, with potential trade responses after the investigation concludes.
Section 232 tariff modifications for Taiwan adjust duties on auto parts, civil aircraft components, and wood products effective May 1, 2026. CBP guidance introduces new HTSUS classifications, self-certification options, exemptions, and retroactive relief through PSC filings. Changes impact duty rates, reporting requirements, and eligibility for drawback preferential treatment under agreements.
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