USCB: $2.2B in July Steel Imports, Slightly Up From June but Down Year-to-Date

The U.S. Census Bureau announced today that preliminary July steel imports were $2.2 billion (2.0 million metric tons) compared to the preliminary June totals of $2.1 billion (2.0 million metric tons). The July change in steel imports based on metric…

U.S. Security Agencies Warn Researchers of Foreign Efforts to Illegally Obtain Sensitive Technology

U.S. national security agencies have issued new guidance urging universities and researchers to be vigilant against attempts by foreign governments, including China, to unlawfully acquire research and export-controlled technologies. The advisory highlights risks tied to foreign talent programs and international…

Justice: $12.4M Settlement Reached After Quartz Importer Misrepresented Goods to Evade Duties

A 12.4 million dollar settlement was reached with the DOJ after evading duty owed on chines quartz surface products, such as for countertops, by misrepresenting the goods and not paying ADCVD. Read More

Department of State: 17 Individuals Debarred from ITAR-Regulated Activities, Compliance Vigilance Urged

The Department of State warns, all persons engaged in activities subject to the ITAR should be vigilant in their compliance with all export control regulations and ensure that their activities do not involve debarred persons. A link to the federal…

EEI Filings: When, How, & Who’s Responsible

What to include, when they’re needed, and who does what? It’s easy for EEI to be a low priority for freight forwarders, shippers, and customs brokers, but you’re still responsible for filing it! In this webinar Michael D. Easton from…

HHS: U.S. Executive Order Mandates 6-Month Medication Stockpile

An executive order called for the stockpiling of 6 months of medication. This could be for national security as the order states. However, could also be away to help mitigate the future ramifications of the investigation under section 232 on…

USITC: Investigation Launched on 2028 Harmonized Tariff Schedule Changes to Align with Global Standards

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) instituted an investigation, Recommended Modifications in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, 2028, that will lead to recommendations to the President on necessary changes to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) to align…

CBP: Section 232 Tariffs Expanded to Copper

As of August 1st, copper tariffs under section 232 come into effect for imports. Steel and aluminum will have company, as copper tariffs will most likely behave similarly and require importers to know the value and net weight of the…

CBP: De Minimis Threshold Eliminated for All Countries

Starting August 29th, de minimis is ending for imports of ALL countries, including Canada, Mexico, and (of course) China. Importers of record (IORs) will have to classify every single good they are importing, which will be a strain on brokers…

Is Your Freight Protected? Understanding Cargo Insurance with TRG

What the heck is cargo insurance and who needs it? Rising tariffs impact many things you may not have considered, including your Customs bonds and cargo insurance! In this webinar Travis Smith and Meredith Lambert from Trade Risk Guaranty and…

CBP: Section 321 Enforcement Update in ACE to Block Ineligible De Minimis Shipments

CBP is enhancing Section 321 enforcement within ACE to ensure compliance with the $800 de minimis threshold. Starting June 26, the update will be deployed to the CERT environment. This enhancement will prevent the release of shipments claiming de minimis…

OFAC: GVA Capital Fined $216M for Russia Sanctions Violations

The Office of Foreign Assets Control issued a penalty notice for almost $216M on GVA Capital Ltd. They’re a venture capital firm in California. This is for violating the Russia sanctions and failing to comply with a subpoena. Read More