Section 301 Duties on Certain Products from Brazil

The purpose of this message is to provide guidance regarding the Office of the United States Trade Representative’s action imposing 25 percent tariffs on all imports of Brazil, with certain exemptions, under section 301 of the of the Trade Act of 1974, effective July 22, 2026.  See 91 FR 45516. 

 

GUIDANCE 

This guidance provides instructions for importers, brokers, and filers on submitting entries to U.S. Customs and Border Protection on articles that are the product of Brazil. 

 

Effective with respect to goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after 12:01 a.m. eastern standard time on July 22, 2026: 

 

9903.05.01:  Except for products described in headings 9903.05.02–9903.05.09, articles the product of Brazil, as provided for in subdivision (a) of U.S. note 50 to subchapter III.  

 

25% additional ad valorem rate of duty 

 

Exemptions 

 The following HTSUS headings apply to products that are exempted from the additional 25% ad valorem duty under heading 9903.05.01: 

 

9903.05.02:   Articles the product of Brazil that (1) were loaded onto a vessel at the port of loading and in transit on the final mode of transit prior to entry into the United States before 12:01 a.m. eastern time on July 22, 2026; and (2) are entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, before 12:01 a.m. eastern time on July 29, 2026

 

9903.05.03:  Articles the product of Brazil, as provided for in subdivision (a)(ii) of U.S. note 50 to subchapter III.  See attachment for the list of HTSUS classifications specified in this subdivision. Read More→

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USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Dermatological Treatment Devices and Components Thereof

The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain dermatological treatment devices and components thereof II. The products at issue in the investigation are described in the Commission’s notice of investigation.

The investigation is based on a complaint filed on behalf of Serendia, LLC of Los Angeles, California, on June 22, 2026, and supplemented on July 6 and 13, 2026. The complaint, as supplemented, alleges violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 in the importation into the United States and sale of certain dermatological treatment devices and components thereof that infringe certain claims of the patents asserted by the complainant. The complainant requests that the USITC issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. 

The USITC has identified the following respondents in this investigation:

  • InMode Ltd., Yokneam, Israel

  • Invasix Inc., Irvine, California

  • BTL Industries, Inc., Marlborough, Massachusetts

  • BTL Industries Limited, Stevenage, United Kingdom 

  • BTL Industries JSC, Sofia, Bulgaria

  • BTL Healthcare Technologies A/S, Prague, Czech Republic

  • BTL Enterprise Group A/S, Prague, Czech Republic

  • BTL Medical Technologies S.R.O., Prague, Czech Republic

  • BTL Holding Limited, Limassol, Cyprus 

By instituting this investigation (337-TA-1515), the USITC has not yet made any decision on the merits of the case. The USITC’s Chief Administrative Law Judge will assign the case to one of the USITC’s administrative law judges (ALJ), who will schedule and hold an evidentiary hearing. The ALJ will make an initial determination as to whether there is a violation of section 337; that initial determination is subject to review by the Commission. 

The USITC will make a final determination in the investigation at the earliest practicable time. Within 45 days after institution of the investigation, the USITC will set a target date for completing the investigation. USITC remedial orders in section 337 cases are effective when issued and become final 60 days after issuance unless disapproved for policy reasons by the U.S. Trade Representative within that 60-day period.

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https://www.usitc.gov/press_room/news_release/2026/er0722_68952.htm

USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Adjustable Child Carriers and Components Thereof

The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain adjustable child carriers and components thereof. The products at issue in the investigation are described in the Commission’s notice of investigation.

The investigation is based on a complaint filed on behalf of The Ergo Baby Carrier, Inc. of Torrance, California, on June 22, 2026. Supplements to the complaint were filed on June 23, 2026, and July 8, 2026. The complaint, as supplemented, alleges violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 in the importation into the United States and sale of certain adjustable child carriers and components thereof that infringe certain claims of the patents asserted by the complainant. The complainant requests that the USITC issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. 

The USITC has identified the following respondents in this investigation:

  • Mabe, LLC, Shelley, Idaho

  • Quanzhou Baby Nice Infant and Child Products Co., Ltd., Quanzhou City, China

  • Xiamen Funwhale Technology LLC, Xiamen City, China 

  • Xiamen New Baby Products Co., Ltd., Xiamen City, China 

  • Koi Trading Services, Diamond Bar, California

  • Portier USA, LLC, Sheridan, Wyoming

  • Ava + Oliver, LLC, Honolulu, Hawaii

  • Artipoppe B.V., Lexmond, The Netherlands

  • Bugaboo Xiamen Industrial Co. Ltd., Xiamen, China

  • Bugaboo International B.V., Amsterdam, Netherlands

  • Bugaboo North America, Inc., New York, New York

By instituting this investigation (337-TA-1514), the USITC has not yet made any decision on the merits of the case. The USITC’s Chief Administrative Law Judge will assign the case to one of the USITC’s administrative law judges (ALJ), who will schedule and hold an evidentiary hearing. The ALJ will make an initial determination as to whether there is a violation of section 337; that initial determination is subject to review by the Commission. Read More→

https://www.usitc.gov/press_room/news_release/2026/er0722_68948.htm

President Donald J. Trump Imposes Additional Tariffs on Canada

DEFENDING AMERICAN WORKERS AND ENSURING FAIR TRADE: Today, President Donald J. Trump signed three Proclamations pursuant to Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930 to impose additional 50% tariffs on certain goods of Canada in response to Canada’s discriminatory treatment of American products. By doing so, President Trump is offsetting the burden and disadvantage on U.S. commerce from Canada’s discriminatory treatment of U.S. commerce and is leveling the playing field for crucial American exports—cars, alcohol, and dairy.

  • Each Section 338 proclamation imposes a 50% tariff on a different set of Canadian imports, covering products ranging from wine to hockey sticks to cement.

  • These Section 338 tariffs apply to all covered goods regardless of whether a good originates under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

  • These Section 338 tariffs will not apply to energy, potash, products subject to tariffs under Section 232, and certain other goods, such as fish or critical minerals. 

  • The tariffs will take effect 30 days after signing and are designed to offset the burden and disadvantage on U.S. commerce from Canada’s discrimination.

SECURING FAIR TREATMENT FOR AMERICAN EXPORTS: President Trump is taking action to hold Canada accountable for its continued discrimination against and unreasonable and unequal treatment of U.S. commerce that has burdened and disadvantaged hardworking Americans.  

  • Section 338 empowers the President to impose tariffs when a country disadvantages U.S. exporters relative to the exports of another country to offset the disadvantage or burden on U.S. commerce.  

  • Canada imposes certain tariffs and quotas on cars imported to Canada from the U.S., but not on imports from other countries.  Canada also administers these quotas in a way that compels U.S. auto companies to invest in production in Canada instead of the United States.

    • From April 2025 through March 2026, Canadian imports of U.S. motor vehicles decreased by approximately 22%, or $5.6 billion, compared to the same period in 2024-2025. Exports of motor vehicles from other countries to Canada have increased to meet the demand previously filled by U.S. exports. Read More→

https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2026/07/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-imposes-additional-tariffs-on-canada/

USTR Section 301 Action on Brazil’s Unreasonable Acts, Policies, and Practices

July 15, 2026

WASHINGTON – Today, Ambassador Jamieson Greer is taking final action, at President Trump’s direction, under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 by imposing a 25% tariff on certain goods of Brazil.  This follows a yearlong investigation by USTR that determined that certain Brazilian measures related to digital trade and electronic payment services; unfair, preferential tariffs; anti-corruption interference; intellectual property protection; ethanol market access; and illegal deforestation are unreasonable and burden or restrict the commerce of American farmers, workers, innovators, and exporters.  This action comes after the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) convened two public hearings, received over 360 public comments, and negotiated intensively with the Government of Brazil to seek resolution of U.S. concerns.

“Safeguarding American economic interests against unfair trade practices is the bedrock of President Trump’s America First policies.  Whether it is punishing U.S. technology companies for refusing to censor political speech, backsliding on anti-corruption enforcement, or allowing Brazilian farmers to exploit illegally logged land to gain an advantage over American farmers, Brazil’s unfair trading practices have prevented U.S. workers and producers from accessing this important market with over 210 million consumers,” said Ambassador Greer.  “Today’s action is necessary to address these unfair trade practices to ensure American workers and companies can compete on a level playing field. Extensive negotiations with Brazil over the past year have not resolved these issues, but we remain open to continuing negotiations with Brazil to bring about long-needed changes to the problems identified in this investigation.”

To view the Federal Register Notice, click here.

Background

Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (Trade Act), is designed to address unfair foreign practices affecting U.S. commerce.  Section 301 may be used to respond to unjustifiable, unreasonable, or discriminatory foreign government practices that burden or restrict U.S. commerce.  A Section 301(b) investigation examines whether the acts, policies, or practices are unreasonable or discriminatory and burden or restrict U.S. commerce. Read More→

https://ustr.gov/about/policy-offices/press-office/press-releases/2026/july/ustr-section-301-action-brazils-unreasonable-acts-policies-and-practices

USITC Makes Determination in Five-Year (Sunset) Review Concerning Difluoromethane (R-32) From China

The U.S. International Trade Commission Commission (Commission or USITC) today determined that revoking the existing antidumping order on imports of difluoromethane (R-32) from China would likely lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time. 

As a result of the Commission’s affirmative determination, the existing order on imports of this product from China will remain in place. 

Chairman David S. Johanson and Commissioners Amy A. Karpel and Jason E. Kearns voted in the affirmative. 

Today’s action comes under the five-year (sunset) review process required by the Uruguay Round Agreements Act. See the attached page for background on this five-year (sunset) review.

The Commission’s public report, Difluoromethane (R-32) from China (Inv. No. 731-TA-1472 (Review), USITC Publication 5767, July 2026), will contain the views of the Commission and information developed during the review.

The report will be available on the USITC website by August 13, 2026.

BACKGROUND

The Uruguay Round Agreements Act requires the Department of Commerce to revoke an antidumping or countervailing duty order, or terminate a suspension agreement, after five years unless the Department of Commerce and the USITC determine that revoking the order or terminating the suspension agreement would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping or subsidies (Commerce) and of material injury (USITC) within a reasonably foreseeable time. 

The Commission’s institution notice in five-year reviews requests that interested parties file responses with the Commission concerning the likely effects of revoking the order under review as well as other information. Generally, within 95 days from institution, the Commission will determine whether the responses it has received reflect an adequate or inadequate level of interest in a full review. If responses to the USITC’s notice of institution are adequate, or if other circumstances warrant a full review, the Commission conducts a full review, which includes a public hearing and issuance of questionnaires. Read More→ https://www.usitc.gov/press_room/news_release/2026/er0715_68921.htm

USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) Devices, Products Containing the Same, and Components Thereof (II)

The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain dynamic random access memory (DRAM) devices, products containing the same, and components thereof. The products at issue in the investigation are described in the Commission’s notice of investigation.

The investigation is based on a complaint filed on behalf of Netlist, Inc. of Irvine, California, on June 16, 2026. Supplements to the complaint were filed on June 24 and 25, 2026.  The complaint, as supplemented, alleges violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 in the importation into the United States and sale of certain dynamic random access memory (DRAM) devices, products containing the same, and components thereof that infringe certain claims of the patents asserted by the complainant. The complainant requests that the USITC issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. 

The USITC has identified the following respondents in this investigation:

  • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Suwon, Republic of Korea 

  • Samsung Electronics America, Inc., Plano, Texas 

  • Samsung Semiconductor, Inc., Plano, Texas 

  • Google LLC, Mountain View, California 

  • Super Micro Computer, Inc., San Jose, California 

  • NVIDIA Corp., Santa Clara, California

  • Broadcom Inc., Palo Alto, California

By instituting this investigation (337-TA-1511), the USITC has not yet made any decision on the merits of the case. The USITC’s Chief Administrative Law Judge will assign the case to one of the USITC’s administrative law judges (ALJ), who will schedule and hold an evidentiary hearing. The ALJ will make an initial determination as to whether there is a violation of section 337; that initial determination is subject to review by the Commission. 

The USITC will make a final determination in the investigation at the earliest practicable time. Within 45 days after institution of the investigation, the USITC will set a target date for completing the investigation. USITC remedial orders in section 337 cases are effective when issued and become final 60 days after issuance unless disapproved for policy reasons by the U.S. Trade Representative within that 60-day period.

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USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Convertible Child Highchairs

The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain convertible child highchairs. The products at issue in the investigation are described in the Commission’s notice of investigation.

The investigation is based on a complaint filed on behalf of Kids2, LLC of Atlanta, Georgia, on June 12, 2026. A letter supplementing the complaint was filed on June 30, 2026. The complaint, as supplemented, alleges violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 in the importation into the United States and sale of certain convertible child highchairs that infringe certain claims of the patents asserted by the complainant. The complainant requests that the USITC issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. 

The USITC has identified the following respondents in this investigation:

  • Graco Children’s Products Inc., Atlanta, Georgia 

  • Newell Brands Distribution LLC, Newville, Pennsylvania 

  • Newell Brands Inc., Atlanta, Georgia 

  • Newell Brands Canada ULC, Bolton, Canada

  • Baby Trend, Inc., Fontana, California

By instituting this investigation (337-TA-1510), the USITC has not yet made any decision on the merits of the case. The USITC’s Chief Administrative Law Judge will assign the case to one of the USITC’s administrative law judges (ALJ), who will schedule and hold an evidentiary hearing. The ALJ will make an initial determination as to whether there is a violation of section 337; that initial determination is subject to review by the Commission. 

The USITC will make a final determination in the investigation at the earliest practicable time. Within 45 days after institution of the investigation, the USITC will set a target date for completing the investigation. USITC remedial orders in section 337 cases are effective when issued and become final 60 days after issuance unless disapproved for policy reasons by the U.S. Trade Representative within that 60-day period.

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https://www.usitc.gov/press_room/news_release/2026/er0714_68918.htm

GUIDANCE: Section 232 Copper Smelt and Cast Reporting Requirements

The purpose of this message is to provide guidance on the new requirements for reporting the countries of smelt and cast on imports of certain copper articles per Proclamations 11021. 

BACKGROUND 

On April 2, 2026, the President issued Proclamation 11021, “Strengthening Actions Taken to Adjust Imports of Aluminum, Steel, and Copper into the United States,” under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended (19 U.S.C. 1862).  The Proclamation requires that importers shall provide to CBP the information necessary to identify the countries where the copper used in the manufacture of copper article imports covered by this proclamation are smelted and information necessary to identify the countries where such copper article imports are cast.   

See 91 FR 18201 andCSMS 68253075. 

 

The functionality for the acceptance of the smelt and cast fields on certain imports of copper articles will be deployed to the certification environment in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) on July 16, 2026.  The functionality in production for the acceptance of the smelt and cast fields on certain imports of copper articles will be available in ACE on July 30, 2026. Read More→

https://content.govdelivery.com/bulletins/gd/USDHSCBP-420b4cc?wgt_ref=USDHSCBP_WIDGET_2

Notice from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding Final Rule Amending 50 CFR Part 10 Shellfish Definition and Updated Tariff Flagging

Effective July 23, 2026, wildlife or wildlife products meeting the amended definition of shellfish (such as squid, octopus, and cuttlefish) that are being imported or exported for human, or animal consumption will be exempt from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) declaration, license, and clearance requirements. FWS data will no longer be required for these commodities if imported or exported for the purpose of consumption.  

 

Accordingly, on July 23, 2026, the FWS tariff flag code for the following HTS codes will change from FW2 (MUST file) to FW1 (MAY file): 

HTS (10-digit) 

Unofficial HTS Description 

0307420020 SQUD,CUT FISH,LIV,FRSH,OR CHL 

0307420040 SQUID,NT/LOLIGO,LIVE,FRSH,CHIL 

0307420060 CUTTLE FISH, LIVE,FRSH OR CHLL 

0307430010 OTHER, SQUID,FROZEN FILLETS 

0307430022 LOLIGO OPALESCENS,OTH LOLIGO,OTH SQUID,CUTTLE FISH 

0307430024 LOLIGO PEALEI,OTH LOLIGO,OTH SQUID,CUTTLE FISH 

0307430029 OTHER SQUID,OTHER,LOLIGO,OTHER 

0307430050 MOLLUSCS, WHETH SHELL/NOT,LIVE,FRESH,OTHER SQUID,OTHER 

0307430060 CUTTLEFISH, OTHR THN LVE,FR,CH 

 0307490122 LOLIGO OPALESCENS,OTH LOLIGO,OTH SQUID,CUTTLE FISH 

0307490124 LOLIGO PEALEI,OTH LOLIGO,OTH SQUID,CUTTLE FISH 

0307490129 OTHER SQUID,OTHER,LOLIGO,OTHER 

0307490150 MOLLUSCS, WHETH SHELL/NOT,LIVE,FRESH,OTHER SQUID,OTHER 

0307490160 CUTTLEFISH, OTHR THN LVE,FR,CH 

0307510000 OCTOPUS, LIVE, FRESH OR CHILLED 

0307520000 OCTOPUS, OTHER THAN LIVE, FRESH OR CHILLED 

0307590100 OCTOPUS, OTHER THAN LIVE, FRESH OR CHILLED 

1605546010 CRUSTACEANS,MOLLUSCS,& OTHER AQUATIC INVERTEB,CUTTIE FISH 

1605546020 SQUID, OTHER, LOLIGO 

1605546030 SQUID, OTHER 

For additional information, please see: OLE Public Bulletin- Final Rule Amending 50 CFR Part 10 Shellfish Definition 26-002 06-26-2026 

For questions about this CSMS please email lawenforcement@fws.gov.

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Department of Commerce Eases Export Controls for UAE

Washington, D.C. — Today, the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is announcing that it will significantly upgrade the status of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR parts 730-774) in recognition of the UAE’s status as a U.S. Major Defense Partner and its support in advancing U.S. national security interests, including Operation Epic Fury.

BIS will remove the UAE from EAR Country Groups D:3 and D:4, which will, among other things, eliminate restrictions on support for the UAE’s unmanned aerial vehicle programs.  At the same time, BIS will reclassify the UAE as EAR Country Group A:5. This will provide the UAE Government and approved commercial entities with eligibility for license-free exports, reexports, and in-country transfers under License Exception Strategic Trade Authorization (STA) of Commerce-controlled military items; certain commercial satellites and spacecraft; and dual-use items useful in oil and gas production, desalination, civil nuclear power generation, and/or other items available to Country Group A:5 destinations license-free.  License-free exports, reexports, and in-country transfers of these items under STA will support key UAE commercial and infrastructure needs and better equip the UAE defense establishment to support U.S. interests in the Middle East.  This special status under the EAR is warranted in light of the ongoing U.S.-UAE military partnership and the UAE’s commitment to preventing the diversion and misuse of sensitive U.S. technology.

In addition, consistent with the U.S.-UAE Artificial Intelligence Cooperation framework signed in May 2025, Commerce is approving the UAE Government and certain companies to receive advanced computing items in the UAE license-free, including AI chips and servers.  The UAE has reaffirmed its commitment to the investment commitments in the framework, including the commitment to make matching investments in U.S. AI digital infrastructure buildout.

For additional information, please see the Federal Register notice implementing these regulatory changes described above, which is available for public inspection here.

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https://www.bis.gov/press-release/department-commerce-eases-export-controls-uae

USDA Agricultural Marketing Service – National Organic Program – New HTS Code Flagging and Filing Reminders

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Organic Program (NOP) is providing a reminder about import filing requirements in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) for organic entries and new organic HTS codes. 

Flagging Update: On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, the AMS tariff flag code for the following HTS codes will change from AM7 (may File) to AM8 (must file) – with reject severity:  

HTS (10-digit)

Unofficial HTS Description

0704.20.0020 

Organic BRUSSELS SPROUTS, FRESH OR CHILLED 

0710.90.9120 

Organic MIXTURES OF VEGETABLES, OTHER, UNCOOKED/COOKED, FROZEN 

1207.99.0365 

Organic OIL SEED & OLEAGINOUS FRUITS, BROKEN OR NOT, HEMP SEED, OTHER 

1207.99.0392 

Organic OIL SEEDS & OLEAGINOUS FRUITS, BROKEN OR NOT, OTHER 

1211.90.8992 

Organic PLANTS & PARTS OF PLANTS (INC.SEEDS & FRTS) OTHER, NSPF. 

1302.19.9145 

Organic VEG.SAPS AND EXTRACTS OTHER NSPF 

1515.90.8120 

Organic Avocado Oil (Formerly under FIXED VEG.FATS & OILS REFINED OR NOT, BUT NOT CHEM MOD, OTHER) 

1515.90.8175 

Organic FIXED VEG.FATS & OILS REFINED OR NOT, BUT NOT CHEM MOD, OTHER 

1702.90.9020 

Organic SUGARS, INCLUDING INVERT SUGAR, OTHER 

1805.00.0010 

Organic COCOA POWDER, NOT CONTAINING ADDED SUGAR OR OTHER SWEETENING 

1806.20.5010 

Organic COCO IN PREP NOT CONT BFAT OR OTH MILK SOLIDS, <=60% SUG, OTH 

1806.31.0055 

Organic COCO IN PREP IN BLOCKS, FILLED, CONFEC, OTHER 

1806.32.3010 

Organic CHOCOLATE AND OTHER FOOD PREP NOT FILLED OTHER 

1806.32.9010 

Organic CHOCOLATE & OTHER FOOD PREPS, OTHER, OTHER, OTHER 

1806.90.9025 

Organic CHOCOLATE & OTHER FOOD PREPS, CONFECTIONERY, OTHER 

1806.90.9075 

Organic CHOCOLATE & OTHER FOOD PREPS, OTHER, OTHER, OTHER, OTHER 

1902.19.2040 

Organic EXCLUSIVELY PASTA N/COOKED/STUFFED/PREPARED, NO EGGS, EU OTHER 

1902.19.2075 

Organic EXCLUSIVELY PASTA N/COOKED/STUFFED/PREPARED, NO EGGS, NOT EU 

1904.10.0065 

Organic PREP FDS OBTAINED/SWELLING/ROASTING OF CEREAL, OTHER 

1905.31.0042 

Organic SWEET BISCUITS; NT FROZEN, OTHER 

1905.90.1075 

Organic OTHER BAKING PRODUCTS, OTHER THEN BREAD 

2009.12.2510 

Organic OTHER ORANGE JUICE NOT CONCENTRATED, UNFERMENTED 

2009.89.7067 

Organic FRUIT JUICE, OTHER, OTHER, OTHER BERRY JUICE 

2009.90.4020 

Organic MIXTURES OF OTHER JUICES, UNFRMNTD, WH ORNOT CONTNG ADDED SUGR 

2104.10.0055 

Organic OTHER SOUPS AND BROTHS AND PREPARATIONS THEREFOR 

2106.90.9993 

Organic FOOD PREP NOT ELSEWHERE SPECIFIED OR INCLU, OTHER 

2208.60.2030 

Organic VODKA, NOT OVER 4 LITER CONTS. OVER $2.05/LITER 

2208.90.5030 

Organic TEQUILA, IN CONTAINERS EACH HOLDING NOT OVER 4 LITERS 

2209.00.0030 

Organic VINEGAR AND SUBSTITUTES FOR VINEGAR OBTAINED FRM ACETIC ACID Read More→

GUIDANCE: Duty Offset for Imports of Automobile and Medium and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Part

The purpose of this message is to provide guidance on the import adjustment offset applicable to Section 232 duties on automobile and medium and heavy-duty vehicle parts.

This message updates CSMS #6684128 relating to the import adjustment offset for Section 232 duties on automobile parts and provides new guidance on the offset for Section 232 duties on medium and heavy-duty vehicle parts.

BACKGROUND

On March 26, 2025, the President issued Proclamation 10908, imposing a 25 percent ad valorem tariff on certain imports of automobile parts under Section 232, effective May 3, 2025.  See Adjusting Imports of Automobiles and Automobile Parts Into the United States, 90 FR 14705 (April 3, 2025).

On April 29, 2025, the President issued Proclamation 10925, providing for an import adjustment offset amount applicable to Section 232 duties on imported automobile parts.  See Amendments to Adjusting Imports of Automobiles and Automobile Parts into the United States, 90 FR 18899 (May 2, 2025).  On June 13, 2025, U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration published procedures to administer the offset.  See Procedures to Administer Import Adjustment Offset Amounts for Certain Imports of Automobile Parts under Proclamation 10908, as Amended, 90 FR 25027 (June 13, 2025).

On October 17, 2025, the President issued Proclamation 10984, which, among other provisions, amended Proclamation 10908, and established an import adjustment offset program applicable to Section 232 duties on imported medium and heavy-duty vehicle (MHDV) parts.  See Adjusting Imports of Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles, Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, and Buses into the United States, 9090 FR 48451FR 48451 (October 22, 2025).  On May 15, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce published procedures to administer the offset on automobile and MHDV parts.  See Amending the Procedures to Administer Import Adjustment Offset Amounts for Certain Imports of Automobile Parts Under Proclamation 10908 To Include Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Parts, 91 FR 27914 (May 15, 2026).

The functionality for the Section 232 import adjustment offset for both automobile and MHDV parts is available in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE). 

ENTRY FILING INSTRUCTIONS

Importers that have been granted a Department of Commerce (DOC) import adjustment offset established by Presidential Proclamations 10925 and 10984 should follow the instructions listed below when filing entries with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) of automobile parts and medium and heavy-duty vehicle parts subject to Section 232 duties under Proclamation 10908 and 10984, as amended. Read More→

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Quota Bulletin 26-214 2026 Tuna Final Restraint Limit and Proration

Restraint Level:

A notice entitled “Tuna Tariff – Rate Quota For Calendar Year 2026 for Tuna Classifiable Under Subheading 1604.14.22, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS)” published in the Federal Register on June 3, 2026, announced the 2026 restraint limit for tuna. The quota restraint limit for 2026 is 16,364,101 kilograms.

The quota on tuna did not oversubscribe at opening moment on January 2, 2026. All successful entry summaries and/or warehouse withdrawals of tuna presented with a presentation date of 12 am (midnight) January 2, 2026, onward will be granted 100 % proration of the quantity presented on a first come first served basis based on quota presentation date. The entry that filled and surpassed the quota limit will be prorated according to 19 CFR 132.

All entry summaries and/or warehouse withdrawals receiving the quota proration will receive 100% of the presented quantity and shall be liquidated at the in-quota (low) rate (HTS 1604.14.22/6%) until the quota limit is met. Quantities should be rounded to the nearest whole number as appropriate.

Any entry summaries and/or warehouse withdrawals presented after the final prorated entry shall be liquidated at the high rate (HTS 1604.14.30/12.5%).

Reporting Instructions:

HQ Quota will distribute an excel spreadsheet to the Agriculture and Prepared Products Center who will manage the duty and proration processing. The low duty HTS will be applied on all entries until the fill level is attained. Those entries that filled the 2026 limit at the same time will be prorated according to 19 CFM 132.

Special Instructions:

The Agriculture and Prepared Product Center will ensure that the quota is reported properly for entries containing tuna and oversee the processing of liquidation to generate the importer refund if necessary.

Broker/Filers are advised to file a claim (i.e., Post Summary Correction (PSC) or protest to request duty refund) if an entry summary is liquidated in error.

Questions regarding this message should be referred to Headquarters Quota and Agriculture Branch at HQQUOTA@cbp.dhs.gov.

Multifunctional Acrylate and Methacrylate Monomers and Oligomers (MAMMOs) From South Korea Injure U.S. Industry, Says USITC

June 26, 2026

News Release 26 - 091

Inv. No(s). 731-TA-1740

Contact: Jennifer Andberg, 202-205-1819

Multifunctional Acrylate and Methacrylate Monomers and Oligomers (MAMMOs) From South Korea Injure U.S. Industry, Says USITC

The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) today determined that a U.S. industry is materially injured by reason of imports of multifunctional acrylate and methacrylate monomers and oligomers (MAMMOs) from South Korea that the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) has determined are sold in the United States at less than fair value.

Chairman David S. Johanson and Commissioners Jason E. Kearns and Amy A. Karpel voted in the affirmative. 

As a result of the Commission’s affirmative determination, Commerce will issue an antidumping duty order on imports of this product from South Korea.

The Commission also made a negative critical circumstances determination with respect to the subject imports from South Korea for which Commerce had made a final affirmative critical circumstances finding in its antidumping duty investigation.

The Commission’s public report, Multifunctional Acrylate and Methacrylate Monomers and Oligomers (MAMMOs) from South Korea (Inv. No. 731-TA-1740 (Final), USITC Publication 5761, July 2026), will contain the views of the Commission and information developed during the investigation.

The report will be available on the USITC website by August 10, 2026.

The status of proceedings, links to relevant documents, and more information about this investigation can be found in the Commission’s Investigations Database System (IDS).

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USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Heavy Machinery and Components Thereof

June 26, 2026

News Release 25-090

Inv. No(s). 337-TA-1507

Contact: Claire Huber, 202-205-1819

USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Heavy Machinery and Components Thereof

The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain heavy machinery and components thereof. The products at issue in the investigation are described in the Commission’s notice of investigation.

The investigation is based on a complaint filed on behalf of Caterpillar Inc. of Irving, Texas, on May 26, 2026. A supplement to the complaint was filed on June 11, 2026.  The complaint, as supplemented, alleges violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 in the importation into the United States and sale of certain heavy machinery and components thereof that infringe certain claims of the patents asserted by the complainant. The complainant requests that the USITC issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. 

The USITC has identified the following respondents in this investigation:

  • Doosan Bobcat Inc., Seongnam-si, Republic of Korea 

  • Doosan Bobcat North America, Inc., West Fargo, North Dakota

  • Doosan Bobcat Mexico Monterrey, S. de R.L. de C.V., Monterrey, Mexico

  • Doosan Bobcat EMEA S.R.O., Dobříš, Czech Republic

  • Doosan Bobcat France S.A.S, Pontchâteau, France

  • Doosan Bobcat India Private Ltd., Chennai, India

By instituting this investigation (337-TA-1507), the USITC has not yet made any decision on the merits of the case. The USITC’s Chief Administrative Law Judge will assign the case to one of the USITC’s administrative law judges (ALJ), who will schedule and hold an evidentiary hearing. The ALJ will make an initial determination as to whether there is a violation of section 337; that initial determination is subject to review by the Commission. 

The USITC will make a final determination in the investigation at the earliest practicable time. Within 45 days after institution of the investigation, the USITC will set a target date for completing the investigation. USITC remedial orders in section 337 cases are effective when issued and become final 60 days after issuance unless disapproved for policy reasons by the U.S. Trade Representative within that 60-day period.

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USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Systems, Devices, Software, Compositions, Chemicals, and Laboratory Supplies for Studying Proteins

The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain systems, devices, software, compositions, chemicals, and laboratory supplies for studying proteins. The products at issue in the investigation are described in the Commission’s notice of investigation.

The investigation is based on a complaint filed on behalf of Seer, Inc. of Redwood City, California, and The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc. of Boston, Massachusetts, on May 28, 2026. The complaint was supplemented on June 12, 2026. The complaint, as supplemented, alleges violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 in the importation into the United States and sale of certain systems, devices, software, compositions, chemicals, and laboratory supplies for studying proteins that infringe certain claims of the patents asserted by the complainants. The complainants request that the USITC issue a limited exclusion order and a cease and desist order. 

The USITC has identified the following respondent in this investigation: Nanomics Biotechnology Co., Ltd., of Hangzhou, China.

By instituting this investigation (337-TA-1508), the USITC has not yet made any decision on the merits of the case. The USITC’s Chief Administrative Law Judge will assign the case to one of the USITC’s administrative law judges (ALJ), who will schedule and hold an evidentiary hearing. The ALJ will make an initial determination as to whether there is a violation of section 337; that initial determination is subject to review by the Commission. 

The USITC will make a final determination in the investigation at the earliest practicable time. Within 45 days after institution of the investigation, the USITC will set a target date for completing the investigation. USITC remedial orders in section 337 cases are effective when issued and become final 60 days after issuance unless disapproved for policy reasons by the U.S. Trade Representative within that 60-day period.

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https://www.usitc.gov/press_room/news_release/2026/er0629_68829.htm

USITC MAKES DETERMINATION IN CHANGED CIRCUMSTANCES REVIEW CONCERNING FRESH TOMATOES FROM MEXICO

The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) today determined that there are not changed circumstances sufficient to warrant revocation of the existing antidumping order on imports of fresh tomatoes from Mexico. 

Commissioners Jason E. Kearns and Amy A. Karpel voted that there are not such changed circumstances. Chairman David S. Johanson did not participate in the vote. 

As a result of the Commission’s determination, the existing order on imports of this product from Mexico will continue. 

Today's action follows the Commission’s institution of investigation, dated January 21, 2026, under section 751(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. § 1675(b)), to review its determination in Inv. No. 731-TA-747 (Final). See the attached background information for more information about changed circumstances reviews. 

The Commission’s public report, Fresh Tomatoes from Mexico (Inv. No. 751-TA-30, USITC Publication 5762, July 2026), will contain the views of the Commission and information developed during the investigation.

The report will be available on the USITC website by August 17, 2026.

BACKGROUND

Changed circumstances reviews are made by the U.S. Department of Commerce and/or the USITC with respect to final affirmative determinations that resulted in a countervailing duty order or antidumping duty order. They also apply to suspension agreements that resulted from a countervailing duty or antidumping duty investigation. Commerce and the USITC conduct such reviews under section 751(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. § 1675(b)) based on information or at the request of an interested party. The USITC's regulation regarding changed circumstances reviews can be found at 19 C.F.R. § 207.45.

In changed circumstances reviews involving a countervailing duty or antidumping duty order, the USITC shall determine whether revocation of the order or finding is likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury. In reviews involving a suspension agreement, the USITC must determine whether the suspension agreement continues to eliminate completely the injurious effects of imports of the subject merchandise.

Additional information about the investigation, including the results of today’s vote, is located on the investigations page for Fresh Tomatoes from Mexico; Inv. No. 751-30.

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