U.S. regulatory updates
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USTR announces additional Section 301 increases – Tungsten, Wafers and Polysilicon
The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has determined to include 5 additional HTSUS subheadings subject to increased Section 301 duties.… Read more
Absolute quota imposed on fine denier polyester staple fiber
On November 8, 2024, the Biden Administration issued Presidential Proclamation 10857, To Facilitate Positive Adjustment to Competition From Imports of… Read more
China section 301 exclusion process announced
The United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced process for submitting requests for certain machinery to be temporarily excluded from Section… Read more
Reminder to regularly check APHIS import requirements
As we approach the busy holiday season, it’s essential to remind you to stay vigilant regarding your import… Read more
CFIA updates requirements on return shipments of meat products to Canada
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has updated the Policy on import (return) to Canada of meat products… Read more
U.S. East and Gulf ports strike has come to an end (temporarily)
The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) workers union and United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) have reached a tentative agreement… Read more
Eastern U.S. and Gulf Ports shut down due to strike
Dockworkers on the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts began strike action at 12:01 a.m. ET on October 1st.… Read more
China Section 301 Final Actions Announced
The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has completed the 4 year review and determined that Section 301 tariffs… Read more
Importer Cotton Assessment Fee to Decrease on November 15, 2024
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) issued a direct final rule, decreasing the fee paid… Read more
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to update information required for APHIS core message set
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is updating the information required to be reported to the Animal… Read more