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Buy American Act Changes Finalized
What are the 3 significant changes to the Buy American Act rules that you need to know? And as a result of this final rule to the Buy American Act, why do business need to review and revise their supply chains? We detail the answers to these and much more, here.
BRASS Truck Shipments Being Phased Out with ACE Modernization
Support for BRASS truck shipments will no longer be provided at specific ports participating in rollout of the Automated Commercial System Truck phase deployment. Find out all the details on these upcoming U.S. Customs Truck Manifest changes.
U.S. Bans Russian Energy Imports
What Russian energy imports are now banned under the recent Executive Order? What potential impacts will be experienced by U.S. consumers as a result? Find out all the details here.
Canada Removes MFN Status from Russia and Belarus, Imposes 35% Duty on Imports
Are your goods affected? Virtually all goods imported into Canada that originate from Russia or Belarus will be subject to the General Tariff and therefore dutiable at the rate of 35%. Find out all the details here.
USTR Criticizes China’s WTO Compliance in Annual Report
Even though China has been a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO) for 20 years, they have failed to transform their economy and pursue open, market-oriented policies endorsed by the WTO. Find out all the problematic trade policies and practices that range from intellectual property, to agriculture, and China's reaction to the report, here.
APHIS Acceptance of Unoriginal Phytosanitary Docs Extended to Sep. 30
Unoriginal copies of phytosanitary certificates and forms will not be accepted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection after September 30, 2022. Find out how to navigate this change and stay compliant with Customs.
U.S. and Japan Reach Quota Deal on Trump-Era Steel Tariffs
Effective April 1, 2022, the U.S. will suspend the 25% levy on steel imports from Japan up to 1.25 million metric tons a year, in line with average historical volumes prior to the pandemic. Find out all the details here.
Export and Import Permits Act Updates
What are the amendments to the Export of Logs Permit and which permits have been repealed that were issued under the Export and Import Permits Act? Find out here.
Most Countries Making Little Progress on Anti-Corruption Efforts, Transparency Group Reports
How does the USA and Canada score in their efforts to improve the level of public sector corruption within their borders? You'd be surprised. Find out all the details on the Corruption Perceptions Index for 2021 and why it matters.
Canadian Government Sets New Limits on VOC Levels in Certain Consumer Products
As a manufacturer and/or importer of products that contain VOCs - how will your business be affected, and how can you stay compliant. Find out out everything you need to know here.
CBSA’s 2022 Trade Verification Priorities
Will the new 2022 CBSA Trade Verification Priorities affect your business? What should you do if you've imported targeted goods? Find out the answers to these, and all the details you need to know here.
Have Your Say: Single-Use Plastics Ban
What are the regulations that would ban certain kinds of environmentally “harmful” single-use plastic items in Canada? What are the six plastic items proposed to be banned? Find out these details, and how you can submit your comments on the proposed regulations here.
Canada Loses USMCA Dispute Over Unfair Treatment of Dairy Quotas
What is Canada's reaction to the loss, the details of the ruling, and the next steps in the process to dispute under USMCA? Find out all the details here.
CBP Issues Guidance re Revocation of 30 Section 232 Steel and Aluminum General Approved Exclusions
As an importer, how do you report an excluded 10-digit HTS classification on an entry summary line? How can you use a General Approved Exclusions (GAEs)? We detail the answer to these questions, along with everything you need to know on guidance concerning the final rule revoking 30 previously granted Section 232 General Approved Exclusions.
Canada Launches USMCA Challenge Against Softwood Lumber Duties
The Trudeau government announced on Tuesday that it has launched a challenge under the USMCA against what it says are “unjustified” U.S. antidumping and countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber. Find out all the details here.
APHIS Acceptance of Unoriginal Phytosanitary Docs Ending Dec. 31 (Updated)
A reminder that The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service will no longer be accepting unoriginal copies of phytosanitary certificates and forms after December 31, 2021. We detail everything you need to know of what types phytosanitary certificates are acceptable, processes and much more.
Canada Threatens Retaliatory Trade Action if U.S. Congress Passes EV Tax Credit
What are the details surrounding the electric vehicle (EV) tax credit under President Biden’s Build Back Better plan? What countries are opposing this, and how would this tax credit affect Canada's auto industry? Find out all the details here.
New Requirements for Exporting Agri-Food Products to the EU
Are you prepared for the EU’s new export requirements? We detail everything you need to know on the required use of updated export certificates under the EU’s new animal health law.
USTR Reaches Agreements with Turkey and India on Digital Services Taxes
Digital services taxes are coming more into focus and robust implementation with the Global Tax Framework in 2023, sometimes involving retaliatory tariffs when disputes arise. Find out all the details on this, and the USTR agreement between India and Turkey.
USDA Implements New Phytosanitary Export Certificates
Exporter of plant and animal products? New phytosanitary certificates are being implemented, along with a new validation tool for security measures. Find out everything you need to know to stay compliant, and ensure your goods can be successfully exported.
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