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Jan 8, 2024
CBP rolls out AD/CVD cargo messaging

On January 16, 2024, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will implement nationwide cargo messaging to address potential noncompliance…

Dec 19, 2023
BIS releases export control changes

The U.S. Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has introduced three rules aimed at easing certain export licensing…

Dec 5, 2023
Senate seeks details on CBP’s AI use in trade

The Senate Finance Committee requested information from U.S. CBP regarding the present and prospective application of artificial intelligence (AI) in…

Dec 4, 2023
$2 Million fine imposed for False Claims Act violations

A Virginia-based tactical gear and equipment company has agreed to pay nearly $2.1 million to settle allegations of non-compliance with…

Nov 21, 2023
ACE Development and Deployment Schedule updates

The U.S. CBP has released revised updates to the ACE Development and Deployment Schedule. Broker fee automation, blanket declarations, and…

Nov 20, 2023
BIS and FinCEN announce a new reporting key term

Financial institutions supporting exports are urged to identify evasion of all export controls, not just those related to Russia. The…

Nov 6, 2023
US and EU extend steel trade agreement deadline

The US and the European Union have extended the deadline for concluding negotiations on a steel trade agreement beyond the…

Nov 3, 2023
Significant penalties for anti-boycott violations

The escalating conflict in the Middle East brings renewed attention to US antiboycott laws that prohibit US companies and their…

Oct 20, 2023
Major carriers disclose EU ETS fees 

Starting in January 2024, the EU ETS (Emissions Trading System) will apply to all shipments within EU waters or that…

Oct 19, 2023
Petitions filed for AD/CVD duties on aluminum extrusions

U.S. importers filed petitions with the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), seeking antidumping…