Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Reporting Begins July 8
CPSC eFiling through CBP's ACE system begins July 8, 2026. Learn required data elements, filing methods, and how importers can avoid shipment delays.
Tariff Adjustment Procedures for Steel and Aluminum Producers Under Proclamation 10984
The U.S. Department of Commerce issued procedures under Proclamation 10984 allowing eligible steel and aluminum producers in Canada and Mexico to apply for tariff reductions tied to new U.S. production capacity. The program covers imports used in automobiles, trucks, buses, and related parts, subject to strict compliance.
CBP Launches New Process for IEEPA Duty Refunds (CAPE Now Live)
As scheduled, CBP activated the first phase of the CAPE tool in the ACE Portal on April 20, 2026, allowing importers and authorized customs brokers to file IEEPA duty refund claims electronically and consolidating processing for eligible entries, including unliquidated entries and those within 80 days of liquidation.
CAPE and IEEPA Refunds: What We Know Ahead of April 20
CBP targets April 20, 2026 for CAPE system launch to process IEEPA tariff refunds. Learn about Phase 1 eligibility, the refund process, and AD/CVD entry exclusions.
CBP Hosts IEEPA Duty Refunds Webinar on April 17
CBP will host an April 17 webinar on IEEPA duty refunds under the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) framework. The session explains submission of CAPE Declarations, processing steps, and refund issuance. Customs brokers and stakeholders can register for free, with limited seats available on a first-come, first-served basis and CE credits offered.
CBP Announces 2026 Quotas for Agricultural, Food, Preferential Goods & Other Products (Updated)
U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced 2026 tariff rate quotas for various products, including food, agricultural, brooms, apparel, and preferential goods. The quota period runs from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, and quotas include specific limits and minimum access quantities for certain countries.
CBP Releases New ACE Portal Application
U.S. Customs and Border Protection introduced a web-based ACE Portal application for companies without existing access. The new form speeds up account setup, updates, and communication with CBP. Legacy PDF submissions remain available during the transition, supporting businesses needing multiple Importer of Record numbers or other special cases.
U.S. Adjusts Section 232 Tariffs on Aluminum, Steel and Copper – Full Customs Value Now Applies (Updated)
Effective April 6, 2026, Section 232 tariffs on aluminum, steel, and copper now apply to the full customs value of imported products. The updated structure sets rates of 50% for metal articles, 25% for metal-heavy derivatives, and a transitional 15% through 2027 for industrial and electrical grid equipment. Products made entirely with US-origin metal qualify for 10%, while goods with 15% or less metal content are removed from scope. CBP guidance now available.
U.S. Imposes 100% Section 232 Tariffs on Patented Pharmaceuticals and Ingredients
New U.S. Section 232 pharmaceutical tariffs introduce a 100% duty on patented drugs and APIs beginning in 2026, with tiered rates tied to onshoring and pricing agreements. While generics and specialty medicines remain exempt, companies can reduce tariffs to 0% through MFN pricing and domestic manufacturing commitments, signaling a major shift in global pharmaceutical supply chains and U.S. trade policy.
Electronic Refunds Interim Final Rule Effective Feb. 6 (Reminder: ACH Enrollment Required)
Effective February 6, 2026, CBP issues all refunds electronically via ACH through the ACE Portal. CBP has issued a reminder that Trade Account Owners must enter bank details for each 5106 EIN. Importers and brokers should review new FAQs, attend support calls, and update ACE accounts to ensure proper refund processing.
