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U.S. CBP Tariff-Rate Quotas for 2026 (Updated)

GHY2026-09-01T04:27:46+00:00August 31st, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs|

U.S. Customs and Border Protection administers tariff-rate quotas for various imported goods, including agricultural and food products, apparel, brooms, and goods covered by preferential trade agreements. These quotas establish quantity limits for eligible imports and provide rules for entry timing, allocation, reporting, and tariff treatment. Recent updates include the 2026 Further Ensuring Affordable Beef for the American Consumer – Tranche 1 and 2027 Cotton Notes 6, 7, and 8.

U.S. to Accept More Beef Imports Under Temporary TRQ Increase

Mark Calatrava2026-08-28T06:20:02+00:00August 28th, 2026|International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, United States Imports|

The U.S. will temporarily increase its 2026 beef tariff-rate quota by 300,000 metric tons for certain lean beef trimmings. The additional quota will open in three 100,000-metric-ton tranches starting September 1, 2026. The increase applies to imports from other countries or areas and will remain available through November 30, 2026, or until the quota fills. Imports will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Section 338 Tariffs: How Canadian Exporters Should Prepare Before August 22 (Update)

GHY2026-08-19T04:49:05+00:00August 18th, 2026|Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs, United States Imports|

A new 50% Section 338 tariff takes effect August 22, 2026 (paused from August 19), calculated by the date goods arrive and enter the U.S., not the date they ship from Canada. This update details the actions exporters should take now, including confirming arrival timing with their carrier and broker, moving eligible shipments before the deadline, and holding others where entry timing is uncertain.

CBP Electronic Refund Update (Review ACE Reports for Rejected Refunds)

GHY2026-08-19T04:38:01+00:00August 18th, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs|

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) now issues refunds electronically through ACH, with limited exceptions. Importers and customs brokers should maintain valid U.S. bank information in the ACE Portal and review the REV-613 report for rejected refunds. The latest guidance outlines ACH enrollment requirements, notify party procedures, and steps for addressing rejected or delayed refunds.

U.S. Tariff-Rate Quotas for 2027 (Updated)

Mark Calatrava2026-08-16T04:46:09+00:00August 13th, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs, United States Imports|

Starting mid-2026, CBP and USTR began releasing 2027 U.S. tariff-rate quota (TRQ) bulletins covering agricultural, food, and other imported products. This page tracks quota periods, opening dates, country-specific allocations, HTSUS classifications, restraint levels, and first-come, first-served limits. It will be updated as additional 2027 quota bulletins are released to help U.S. importers monitor applicable requirements and deadlines.

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.

U.S. Imposes 15% Section 232 Tariff on Polysilicon and Its Derivatives Effective December 4, 2026

Mark Calatrava2026-08-07T03:02:01+00:00August 7th, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs, United States Imports|

The United States will impose a 15% Section 232 tariff and Minimum Import Prices on covered polysilicon and derivative imports effective December 4, 2026. The proclamation also introduces new importer documentation requirements, CBP enforcement measures, and incentives for companies investing in U.S. polysilicon production.

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.

U.S. Imposes Section 232 Tariffs on Patented Pharmaceutical Imports (CBP Guidance and UK Duty Rate Update)

GHY2026-08-02T14:52:16+00:00August 2nd, 2026|International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs|

CBP issued Section guidance requiring importers to report Chapter 99 HTSUS classifications for covered patented pharmaceuticals and ingredients under Chapters 29 and 30. An additional guidance confirmed a 0% additional duty rate for qualifying UK pharmaceutical products under HTSUS 9903.04.63, effective July 31, 2026.

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.

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