U.S. Imposes Section 232 Tariffs on Patented Pharmaceuticals (Updated CBP Guidance)

2026-09-29T05:25:15+00:00September 28th, 2026|International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs|

Latest Update: On September 28, 2026, CBP issued updated entry filing guidance for Section 232 pharmaceutical tariffs covering HTSUS 9903.04.60–9903.04.70. The guidance incorporates the July 1 HTSUS changes and September 23 Commerce Department notice, confirms updated duty classifications, and notes that HTSUS 9903.04.61 is no longer in effect after September 29, 2026.

U.S. and China Agree on More Favorable Tariff Treatment for $30B in Goods

2026-09-28T12:55:24+00:00September 28th, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs, United States Imports|

The U.S. and China reached consensus on recommendations for more favorable tariff treatment covering $30 billion of non-sensitive goods in each direction. The recommendations cover U.S. exports and imports, including agricultural products, seafood, wood products, cosmetics, medical devices, small appliances, toys, holiday decorations, and child car seats.

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

2026-09-25T16:42:00+00:00September 24th, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs|

Latest update: CBP issued quota bulletins for Argentina Beef Tranche 4, the United Kingdom Automobile Quarter 4, and Tranche 2 of the 2026 “Further Ensuring Affordable Beef for the American Consumer” tariff-rate quota. The agency continues to issue TRQ bulletins covering agricultural, food, and other products, quota limits, and entry requirements. This page tracks the latest 2026 quota bulletins and related filing information as CBP releases new updates.

CBP Issues Guidance on Section 301 China Conforming Amendment

2026-09-23T04:23:00+00:00September 23rd, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs, United States Imports|

CBP issued guidance on four Section 301 China product exclusions affected by HTSUS statistical reporting changes effective July 1, 2026. The guidance identifies new statistical reporting numbers under HTSUS 9903.88.69, confirms ACE functionality begins September 23, and explains how importers can request refunds for Section 301 duties already paid.

U.S. Imposes 15% Section 232 Tariff on Polysilicon and Its Derivatives (Import Ban Guidance Issued)

2026-09-23T04:20:08+00:00September 23rd, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs, United States Imports|

Latest Update: CBP issued guidance on an import ban for certain polysilicon products when Commerce determines that an importer of record exceeds historic import volumes or applicable weekly quantity limits. Affected importers cannot make further entries before December 4, 2026, but may apply to Commerce for a waiver of the prohibition.

Reminder: CBP Form 5106 Enforcement Begins September 18, 2026

2026-09-18T03:38:17+00:00September 17th, 2026|International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs|

Reminder: CBP’s enhanced enforcement of Importer of Record information took effect on September 18, 2026. The agency may void IOR numbers when Form 5106 information is inaccurate or incomplete. Importers and customs brokers should review and verify physical addresses, direct contact information, and Power of Attorney records and promptly correct any inaccurate or outdated information on file with CBP.

USTR Requests Comments on Foreign Trade Barriers for 2027 NTE Report

2026-09-17T03:52:20+00:00September 15th, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, United States Imports|

USTR is seeking comments on significant foreign trade barriers for the 2027 National Trade Estimate Report, including barriers affecting U.S. exports, investment, electronic commerce, and telecommunications. Comments should identify relevant measures, explain their trade impact, and include export estimates where possible. Submissions are due through Regulations.gov by October 29, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EDT.

USITC Seeks Comments on Implementation of 19 U.S.C. 1338(g)

2026-09-17T03:56:15+00:00September 9th, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, United States Imports|

The USITC is seeking comments on how it should implement Section 338(g) of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Commission wants input on foreign practices that burden U.S. commerce, how it should gather and analyze information, confidentiality protections, and recommendations to the President. Comments under docket MISC-053 are due by 5:15 p.m. on November 8, 2026.

U.S. Imposes New Section 232 Tariffs on Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Components (CBP Guidance Available)

2026-09-03T05:04:21+00:00September 2nd, 2026|International Trade Issues, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, U.S. Tariffs, United States Imports|

U.S. Section 232 tariffs on unmanned aircraft systems and components take effect Sept. 3, 2026. The new duties include 100% and 25% tariffs on specified products. CBP has issued guidance covering Chapter 99 HTSUS classifications, duty reporting requirements, trade agreements, drawback, and Foreign-Trade Zone treatment for affected imports.

CBP Seeks Input on Heightened Import Disclosure Requirements

2026-09-02T08:53:17+00:00September 2nd, 2026|International Trade Issues, Risk Management, Trade Compliance, U.S. Customs, United States Imports|

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is considering heightened import disclosure requirements to improve supply chain visibility and detect illegal transshipment. Proposed measures include foreign export documents, detailed party identifiers, global business IDs, supply chain tracing technology, AI tools, and potential CTPAT changes. Comments on the advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) are due December 1, 2026.

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