International Trade Issues - GHY International

Enhanced ACAS Enforcement Extended Through May 1, 2027

GHY2026-08-21T23:17:03+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.

Canada Imposes 25% Surtax on Certain Wood Cabinet and Vanity Imports (Safeguard Code 26169A)

Mark Calatrava2026-08-06T06:52:36+00:00August 5th, 2026|Canada Customs, Canada Imports, Canada Surtax, International Trade Issues, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, Trade Compliance|

Canada imposed a 25% surtax on certain imported wood cabinets, vanities, and subassemblies effective July 31, 2026. The safeguard measure applies to specified goods under the Certain Wood Cabinet and Vanity Goods Surtax Order, with importers required to declare covered goods through CAD filings and report safeguard code 26169A.

CBP Modifies Post Summary Correction Processing Requirements

Mark Calatrava2026-08-07T02:26:54+00:00August 4th, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs, United States Imports|

CBP issued guidance on Post Summary Correction (PSC) processing changes effective August 5, 2026. The update covers ACH payment requirements, full payment rules, interest handling, and filing exceptions for certain suspended entries. Importers and brokers must follow the updated requirements when submitting PSCs through the Automated Broker Interface.

Trump Imposes Four-Year Safeguard Tariff-Rate Quota on Quartz Surface Product Imports

Mark Calatrava2026-08-02T14:16:46+00:00August 2nd, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs, United States Imports|

President Trump established a four-year safeguard tariff-rate quota on certain quartz surface product imports following an ITC finding of serious injury to the U.S. industry. The measure covers specific HTSUS classifications, includes annual quota adjustments, and takes effect August 15, 2026, with exemptions for certain countries and trade agreement partners.

CBSA Imposes Provisional Duties Up to 225.9% on Unarmoured Building Cables from China

Mark Calatrava2026-07-31T04:09:18+00:00July 31st, 2026|Canada Customs, Canada Imports, International Trade Issues, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, Trade Compliance|

CBSA imposed provisional anti-dumping and countervailing duties on unarmoured building cables and conductors from China under SIMA. Effective July 29, 2026, subject goods face exporter-specific rates, while imports without specific rates face a 225.9% provisional duty.

U.S. To Restrict Exports Of Recoverable Critical Minerals

Mark Calatrava2026-08-02T14:25:57+00:00July 31st, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs, United States Imports|

President Trump issued a Defense Production Act determination authorizing Commerce to take action on recoverable critical minerals and materials. The measure covers materials such as black mass, rare-earth magnets, and mineral-containing waste while addressing supply risks linked to foreign dependence and national defense needs.

CPSC eFiling Now Live (PGA Message Set Clarifications)

GHY2026-07-31T04:58:44+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.

CFIA Latest Updates: Temporary Romaine Lettuce Import Requirements and Animal Feed Consultations

Mark Calatrava2026-08-02T14:26:33+00:00July 29th, 2026|Canada Customs, Canada Imports, Canada Surtax, International Trade Issues, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, Trade Compliance|

CFIA has renewed temporary import requirements for U.S. romaine lettuce for the 2026 harvest season. Meanwhile, the agency is seeking stakeholder feedback on proposed livestock feed ingredient updates before finalizing its decisions.

Gordie Howe International Bridge Port of Entry Now Open

Mark Calatrava2026-07-29T06:54:42+00:00July 29th, 2026|Canada Customs, Canada Imports, Canada Surtax, International Trade Issues, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, Trade Compliance|

The Gordie Howe International Bridge officially opened July 27, 2026, adding a third crossing point to the Windsor-Detroit corridor. With 24 primary inspection lanes, dedicated trusted trader access, and new detection infrastructure, the port of entry brings added capacity to a corridor moving 30% of Canada-U.S. truck trade.

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

GHY2026-07-27T18:13:42+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.

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