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Public Comments Requested: Help Shape U.S. National Security Truck Import Policy


Trade Update • April 28, 2025

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he U.S. Secretary of Commerce launched a Section 232 investigation into whether imports of medium-duty trucks, heavy-duty trucks, and truck parts threaten U.S. national security. The Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is now requesting public comments to help guide the investigation.

Notice of Request for Public Comments on Section 232 National Security Investigation of Imports of Trucks.

Key Details

Scope of Investigation:

  • Medium-duty trucks (gross vehicle weight over 10,000 and under 26,001 pounds)
  • Heavy-duty trucks (gross vehicle weight 26,001 pounds or more)
  • Medium- and heavy-duty truck parts (e.g., engines, transmissions, electrical systems)

Purpose: Assess national security risks linked to dependency on foreign truck imports and truck parts.

Authority: Investigation initiated under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 (19 U.S.C. 1862).

Topics the Department Is Seeking Input On

The Department encourages comments addressing, but not limited to, the following:

  1. U.S. demand for trucks and parts (current and future projections).
  2. Domestic production capacity to meet that demand.
  3. Foreign supply chain reliance and associated risks.
  4. Concentration of imports among few countries.
  5. Impact of foreign government subsidies and unfair trade practices.
  6. Artificial price suppression by foreign exporters.
  7. Potential export restrictions or weaponization of supply chains.
  8. Feasibility of expanding U.S. production.
  9. Need for additional trade measures like tariffs or quotas.
  10. Any other relevant national security concerns.

How to Submit Comments

The Department encourages comments addressing, but not limited to, the following:

  • All submissions must be received by May 16, 2025.

Submit via:
➔ Federal Rulemaking Portal (Reference: BIS-2025-0024, XRIN: 0694-XC125)

Instructions for Filing:

  • File names should match the name of the person/entity submitting.
  • If submitting business confidential information:
    • Clearly mark pages as “BUSINESS CONFIDENTIAL.”
    • File a justification for nondisclosure.
    • Submit a non-confidential (public) version separately, labeled “PUBLIC.”

➔ For more detailed filing instructions, see here.

 

 

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How GHY Can Help

GHY helps importers ensure every customs invoice is accurate, complete, and audit-ready. Our Global Trade Services team specializes in navigating complex compliance requirements—whether you’re managing changes to de minimis thresholds, Section 232 tariffs, or updated documentation standards enforced by CBP.

We offer targeted compliance audits, HTS classification reviews, and valuation consulting to uncover gaps and prevent costly errors. GHY also supports clients with origin determination, PGA reporting, and recordkeeping strategies aligned with the latest regulatory shifts.

With GHY as your compliance partner, you can reduce risk, avoid penalties, and maintain seamless customs clearance across all your shipments.

Please contact your Client Care Manager or our Global Trade Services Team gts@ghy.com, or call +1 (800) 667-0771.

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