On September 30, 2025, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) issued an interim rule that significantly broadens the scope of U.S. export controls by redefining how “Affiliates” are treated under the Entity List and Military End-User (MEU) List frameworks.…

The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) announced plans on October 10, 2025, to implement new Section 301 measures affecting vessel operators and certain cargo equipment. Key changes include setting service fees for foreign-built vehicle carriers at $46 per net ton, removing…

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has announced new Section 301 fees targeting certain vessels with ties to China, as well as all foreign-built vehicle carrier vessels. These fees apply to vessels that are owned, operated, or…

The Department of Justice announced the sentencing of a wholesale clothing importer based in downtown Los Angeles’ Fashion District for orchestrating a large-scale customs fraud and tax evasion scheme. Federal prosecutors detailed how the company systematically undervalued imported apparel, primarily…

China has introduced new export control and licensing requirements covering rare earth–related materials and technologies that underpin the digital economy, automotive manufacturing, and energy transition. The measures aim to strengthen oversight of strategically important resources, signaling a tighter regulatory environment…

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) plans an October 7 enhancement in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Certification (CERT) environment, raising the maximum number of entry summaries allowed on a single statement from 2,000 to 9,999. This update comes as…

The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) has issued a final determination on corrosion-resistant steel, commonly known as stainless steel, and the case is now awaiting a decision from the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The ITC has 45 days to…

Mexico plans to exclude footwear from the Maquiladora program, adding the relevant tariff headings to the restricted list published in the Official Gazette. The Gazette now reflects all goods barred from Maquiladora treatment. Separately, the government is considering higher tariffs…

U.S. national security officials are alerting academic institutions and researchers to potential threats from foreign governments seeking to access sensitive research and export-controlled technologies. The advisory emphasizes caution around international collaborations and foreign talent programs, providing practical guidance to help…

The U.S. Department of Justice announced a $12.4 million settlement to resolve allegations that an importer evaded customs duties on quartz surface products from China, commonly used for countertops and similar applications. According to the government, the company misrepresented the…