More Information on AD/CVD Regulations Update
On September 27, 2021, the Department of Commerce published a notice with further information pertaining to the Final Rule on Regulations to Improve Administration and Enforcement of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Laws. Information included:Availability of the new scope ruling application.Additional procedures[...]
read moreSection 301 China COVID Medical-Care Product Exclusions Extended
On September 29, 2021, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) announced an interim extension of Section 301 China Product Exclusions related to COVID-19 medical-care products for 45 days. The exclusions, set to expire on September 30, 2021 have been extended to November[...]
read more2021 Q4 Absolute Quota Steel & Aluminum Section 232 Quota Limits
The Q4 quota period opens on October 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021. Refer to the quota bulletins for more information.Aluminum products from Argentina, Quota Bulletin QB 21-704-2021 Aluminum Absolute Quota Fourth Quarter Argentina Steel mill articles from Argentina, Brazil[...]
read morePlant Protection and Quarantine Import Permit Update
Effective September 27, 2021, the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA), Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) will no longer issue new or renewed Plants for Planting permits (PPQ 587) through ePermits for the articles listed below: The following articles will be available[...]
read moreAntidumping and Countervailing Duty Regulations Update
On September 20, 2021, the Department of Commerce (Commerce) published new regulations and modifications to existing regulations related to its administration and enforcement of the antidumping duty (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) laws. These regulations apply to various aspects of AD/CVD[...]
read moreFDA Issues Revised Policy on Face Masks and Respirators During COVID-19
On September 15, 2021, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) issued a revised guidance: Enforcement Policy for Face Masks, Barrier Face Coverings, Face Shields, Surgical Masks, and Respirators During the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Public Health Emergency.Read More at FDA.gov[...]
read moreCBP Modifies Forced Labor Finding on Top Glove Corporation Bhd.
On September 9, 2021, U.S. Customs (CBP) announced it modified the forced labor finding on Top Glove Corporation Bhd. Effective immediately, CBP will permit the importation of disposable gloves made at Top Glove facilities in Malaysia. Read More at CBP.gov[...]
read moreTreasury Sanctions – Iranian Intelligence Network Targeting Iranian-American Activist in the U.S.
The U.S. Dept of Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) added four Iranian intelligence operatives to the Specially Designated Nationals List. Refer to the notice for details. During political turmoil, it is vitally important to know whom we are shipping for and whom we[...]
read moreRuling: Used Vehicle Requirements for U.S. to Puerto Rico
Pursuant to CBP Ruling HQ H318727 dated July 21, 2021, it has been determined that the shipment of used self-propelled vehicles from the continental United States to Puerto Rico does not constitute an “export” as contemplated in 19 CFR 192.2.[...]
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