Canada Responds to Continued U.S. Duties on Softwood Lumber Products
Exporter of Canadian softwood lumber into the US? The new duty rates are in, and Canada's responds. Find out all these details here.
U.S. Customs User Fee Changes Effective October 1, 2022
U.S. Customs and Border Protection recently announced that it will be adjusting certain customs user fees and corresponding limitations to account for inflation. Find out all the details here.
Advance Notice: Automating Seafood Import Procedures and Certifications
Importer/exporter of fish or fish products? Find out all the details that you need to know on the potential of an upcoming change concerning the Certification of Admissibility (COA) to allow entry of these types of products into the United States, and how you can submit your comments on the proposed ruling.
U.S. Increases Duties to 35% on Certain Imports From Russia and Belarus
Importer of goods into the U.S. from Russia and/or Belarus? Your goods may be affected by the upcoming increase in duty rate on certain articles/imports. Find out all the details you need to know here.
Removal of U.S. Safeguard Tariffs on Canadian Solar Products
Importer of solar panel products from Canada? Good news, an agreement has been reached to remove the U.S. safeguard tariffs on solar products from Canada. Find out all the details here.
Advance Notice to EPA Required to Import 20 Chemicals
Importers and manufacturers will soon be required to notify the EPA before importing, manufacturing, or processing any of 20 chemical substances for an activity designated as a significant new use. Find out all important details on dates of implementation, notification requirements, chemical substances affected and much more here.
FDA Warning/Reminder: FSVP Importers Require DUNS Number as of July 24
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a 30-day warning/reminder to FSVP importers that they will require a DUNS Number as of July 24, 2022. Find out all the details you need to know here.
Updated: Importer Operational Guidance on China’s Uyghur Forced Labor Import Ban – Entity List Now Available
Updated - UFLPA's Entity List now available. Will your business be affected by the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act? Find out the details on a newly released operational guide for importers to help to assist in preparing for the implementation of a ban on goods from forced labor regions, which goes into effect on June 21, 2022.
Ocean Shipping Reform Act Signed into Law
A major shipping reform act (Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022) has been signed into law. This new law will crack down on foreign-owned carriers’ unfair shipping price hikes, strengthen maritime supply chain and reduce costs for consumers. Find out all the details that you need to know here.
U.S. and Taiwan Launch New Joint Trade Initiative
Importer of goods from Taiwan into the U.S.? Good news, a new joint trade initiative is underway. Find out all the details, and how you can submit your comments (by July 8th, 2022), to assist the USTR as it develops negotiating objectives and positions.
