The U.S. reauthorized AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP programs through December 2026, restoring duty-free and quota benefits. Retroactive refunds are available for ad valorem duties paid during the temporary lapse. Effective February, importers can resume preferential filings. Refund and protest deadlines are August 2, 2026.
CBP has released the 2026 Periodic Monthly Statement (PMS) dates for ACE-approved filers. PMS allows importers to pay prior-month duties, taxes, and fees in a single statement. Both 11th and 15th workday payment options are provided each month, helping importers plan cash flow and ensure timely compliance with CBP requirements.
The U.S. extends duty-free access for Israeli agricultural products through December 31, 2026. Updated HTSUS Chapter 99 quotas and technical corrections ensure continued compliance under the U.S.–Israel Free Trade Area while permanent revisions to the 2004 agricultural agreement are implemented.
The U.S. Trade Representative is requesting public comments on USMCA automotive rules to inform its third biennial review. Feedback will address compliance, regional value content, labor and material requirements, enforcement, and relevance to new technologies, including electric vehicles. Comments are due by January 7, 2026, via the USTR portal.
The U.S. confirmed tariff changes on South Korean goods under the U.S.–Korea Strategic Trade and Investment Deal. Tariffs on automobiles and parts are retroactive to Nov. 1, 2025, while other goods take effect Nov. 14. Duties under 15% are capped at 15%, with higher rates unaffected. Update - Changes to Reciprocal Tariff HTS number for reporting 15% duty .
On Nov. 20, 2025, the White House removed Brazil tariffs on beef, coffee, and other Brazilian agricultural products previously subject to a 40% levy. CBP confirms 238 HTSUS codes and 11 additional product categories are now removed from the tariff list, effective Nov. 13.
The U.S. and Guatemala agreed on a trade framework to strengthen CAFTA-DR. Guatemala will reduce trade barriers, improve regulations, enforce IP and labor standards, support digital trade, and the U.S. will remove tariffs on qualifying Guatemalan exports.
The U.S. and El Salvador agreed on a new reciprocal trade framework that expands cooperation under CAFTA-DR. The deal removes key barriers, supports digital trade, strengthens labor and environmental standards, and sets the stage for tariff adjustments once the agreement takes effect.
The DOJ and Homeland Security have created a Trade Fraud Task Force to crack down on tariff evasion, smuggling, and trade violations. This effort supports fair trade and protects American industries and taxpayers.
The FDA released draft version 2.6 of its Supplemental Guide for imports in ACE, focusing on tobacco and electronic nicotine delivery systems. This update improves import data accuracy and compliance with new validation rules and product code clarifications.
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