Trade Advisory Notices

The proposed new rates are subject to further review over the coming six months before final rates are determined.

On May 4, CBP announced the seizure of millions of nitrile disposable gloves valued at over half a million dollars.

Per CSMS #47830638, complete golf clubs are made of prefabricated components consisting of a head, shaft and grip, often with those components having different countries of origin, some of which are subject to Section 301 duties if the country of origin is China.

Customs issued a new fact sheet to remind importers of their obligations under the country of origin marking requirements relative to the importation of fresh cut flower bouquets.

Implementation will occur 60 days after a final rule is published in the Federal Register.

When a WRO is issued, if an importer contends their merchandise is not manufactured using forced labor, the burden of proof is on them.

A Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) is exempt on an entry summary line (when the mode of transport is 10, 11 or 12) when the article is classified under certain HTS chapter 98 provisions.

Several importers and the trade industry have been receiving an electronic message after cargo release has been sent relating to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) on the Automated Broker Interface System.