U.S. regulatory updates
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CBP transitions to electronic refunds starting February 6, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is modernizing its refund process by transitioning to electronic refunds via Automated Clearing House… Read more
CBP increases requests for information from importers
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has significantly increased its use of Requests for Information (CF28) and Notices of Action… Read more
U.S. imposes 25% tariff on certain semiconductors
On January 14, 2026, the U.S. administration issued a presidential proclamation under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of… Read more
Section 232 duties delayed on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets and vanities
On December 31, 2025, President Trump issued a Proclamation delaying the proposed Section 232 tariff increase on upholstered… Read more
New import duties on medium- and heavy-duty trucks, parts, and buses: what you need to know
On November 1, 2025, new import duties on medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs), parts, and buses will take… Read more
Adjusting imports of timber, lumber, and derivative products into the U.S.
On September 29, 2025, President Trump issued a proclamation imposing ad valorem tariffs on imports of lumber, timber… Read more
USTR seeks public input for USMCA joint review
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has launched a public consultation process ahead of the joint… Read more
NMFS expands Certificate of Admissibility (COA) requirements to additional countries effective January 1, 2026
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has announced the results of its Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) comparability… Read more
U.S. and Japan announce new trade framework agreement
On September 4, 2025, the White House announced a new trade agreement between the United States and Japan.… Read more
DHS expands list of products subject to forced labor enforcement
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the expansion of high-priority sectors for enforcement under the Uyghur Forced… Read more