The United States Trade Representative has initiated Section 301 investigations into 60 economies over failure to enforce bans on goods produced with forced labor. The review will assess whether these practices burden U.S. commerce. Public comments are due April 15, 2026, with hearings scheduled for April 28 as consultations begin.
The U.S. Trade Representative has initiated Section 301 investigations into structural excess manufacturing capacity in 16 economies, including China, the European Union, and Mexico. The review will assess whether foreign acts or policies unfairly burden or restrict U.S. commerce. Public comments open March 17, 2026.
Canadais requesting feedback from customs brokers, importers, exporters, and trade professionals on its sanctions guidance and compliance tools. The consultation aims to identify gaps, improve regulatory resources, and strengthen support for businesses navigating Canada’s sanctions framework. The survey remains open until March 26, 2026.
Canada issued the Steel Derivative Goods Surtax Remission Order, providing relief on surtaxes for public health, safety, national security, health care, scheduled goods, and wind towers. The CBSA clarified eligibility, application procedures, and documentation requirements on March 11, 2026. Importers must file claims within two years to recover surtaxes.
Canada issued guidance for the Certain Products Containing Toxic Substances Regulations. The rules prohibit certain coal tar sealants, restrict PAH levels in sealant products, and maintain concentration limits for products containing 2-butoxyethanol. Businesses manufacturing, importing, or selling affected products must verify compliance.
Canada’s quarterly steel import TRQs limit shipments from most countries, excluding the U.S. and Mexico, with a 50% surtax on imports exceeding quotas. Shipment-specific permits are required for 30 days. The fourth-quarter TRQs open March 26, 2026, with applications accepted starting March 11, 2026 at 00:01 a.m. (EDT).
Global Affairs Canada’s Notice 1162 outlines rules for importing electric vehicles from China. Permits from Global Affairs Canada are required, the 100% surtax is replaced with a 6.1% tariff, and the quota year runs March 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027, with first-come, first-served allocation for eligible vehicles. Import permits open March 1, 2026.
The Canada Border Services Agency repeals the 100% surtax on Chinese electric vehicles, effective March 1, 2026. Section 3 and Schedule 1 of the China Surtax Order 2024 are removed. Importers can update declarations and request refunds for previously paid surtax on passenger cars, trucks, buses, and delivery vans.
Following the Supreme Court decision on Feb. 20, 2026, the administration implemented a temporary 10% import surcharge under Section 122, effective Feb. 24. The measure targets persistent U.S. balance-of-payments deficits and dollar pressures. CBP issued guidance detailing affected imports, exemptions, and reporting requirements.
The CFIA issued the eighth revision of Directive D-14-02 on February 19, 2026, adding chestnut and oak under new EU export requirements. The two-lined chestnut borer is now a regulated pest. Exporters must register, follow treatment and certification rules, and comply with systems-based phytosanitary standards for EU shipments.
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