CBP Adjusts Hours of Service At Ports of Entry to Align with CBSA
Starting January 6, 2025, CBP and CBSA will adjust operating hours at 38 northern border ports to enhance security and efficiency. Details here.
U.S. Implements Restrictions on Polyester Fiber
Safeguard measures on imports of fine denier polyester staple fiber will come into effect soon. These restrictions balance support for domestic manufacturers with exemptions for key trading partners and developing countries. Details here.
Canadian Trade and Trump 2.0: Preparing for Renewed Challenges
With a Trump 2.0 incoming administration, Canadian businesses face renewed trade uncertainties, including tariffs, “Buy American” policies, and USMCA renegotiations. Learn all the details that may affect your trade operations, along with how we can minimize risks and optimize your cross-border trade.
New CBP Cargo Descriptions Rules In Effect
CBP's new directive mandates precise cargo descriptions in ACAS/manifest filings to ensure shipment compliance, prevent delays, and enhance risk assessment for goods entering or transiting the U.S., effective November 12, 2024. Details here.
DHS Adds 4 More Companies to the Forced Labor List (UFLPA)
The latest UFLPA Entity List update includes four textile companies. Explore the full article for insights on the scope, impact, and specifics of the newly targeted companies.
AD & CV Will Not Be Issued on Extruded Aluminum Imports
The USITC has determined that aluminum extrusions imported from 14 countries, do not materially harm U.S. industry, despite previous findings of unfair pricing and subsidies. Details here.
Reminder: Lacey Act Declaration Required Dec. 1, 2024
APHIS announced the schedule of the next phase of Lacey Act declaration implementation. Phase VII will include a wide variety of materials and plant products, such as furniture, cork, and some essential oils that have not yet required a declaration. Details here.
Two More Entities Added to Forced Labor List; CBP Updates Website
The DHS has updated their UFLPA Entity List, adding two new entities and making a technical correction. These changes reinforce efforts to block imports made with forced labor from entering the U.S. Meanwhile, CBP has revamped its Forced Labor website to offer better resources, statistics, and streamlined navigation for users. Details here.
AD/CV Duty Investigations Initiated on Steel and Molded Fiber
Commerce and USITC have initiated new antidumping and countervailing duty investigations on imports of corrosion-resistant steel and thermoformed molded fiber products, assessing potential unfair pricing and subsidies from multiple countries. Find out which countries/products are affected, their HTSUS, and dumping margins.
Canada’s Steel and Aluminum Surtax
As reminder that starting October 22, 2024, a 25% surtax on Chinese steel and aluminum imports takes effect. Find out what products are affected on the final list and how our team can help importers/manufacturers recover these duties.
