CBP will begin rejecting ACE entry summaries missing required copper primary country of smelt and country of cast information on September 14, 2026. The change applies to certain copper articles under four HTSUS classifications. ACE will issue a fatal F794 error when the required Type 12 record is not submitted. Importers may report “OTH” when required country information is unknown.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
President Trump issued a Defense Production Act determination authorizing Commerce to take action on recoverable critical minerals and materials. The measure covers materials such as black mass, rare-earth magnets, and mineral-containing waste while addressing supply risks linked to foreign dependence and national defense needs.
CPSC eFiling through CBP's ACE system is now in effect for regulated consumer product imports. Importers must submit electronic Certificate of Compliance data at entry, determine whether their products require certification, and understand available filing options. CPSC also confirms that missing PGA Message Set data will not trigger CBP entry rejection.
Section 301 tariffs on 60 economies takes effect July 24, 2026, at rates of 10 to 12.5 percent. Canada's rate is 10 percent, with a USMCA exemption. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued entry filing guidance covering HTSUS numbers, general and country-specific exemptions, and the reporting order for entries.
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