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03 Jun 2026
0 Comments By GV America Trade Lane, Compliance, General, Regulations, US Customs

Trump Administration Orders Major CBP Enforcement Overhaul Focused on Importers and Duty Evasion

New Executive Order Signals Tougher Customs Enforcement and Higher Compliance Expectations President Trump has signed a new Executive Order aimed at strengthening the enforcement capabilities of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), signaling a significant shift toward stricter importer oversight, stronger duty collection measures, and increased scrutiny of supply chains. The order focuses heavily on […]

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01 Jun 2026
0 Comments By GV America Trade Lane, General, Regulations, Tariff

DOJ Challenges CIT Order Requiring IEEPA Tariff Refunds

The legal battle over IEEPA tariff refunds continues to intensify as the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced its intention to appeal the Court of International Trade’s (CIT) order requiring the refund of tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The filing, submitted on May 29, signals that the Trump Administration intends […]

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29 May 2026
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CPSC eFiling Requirements Begin July 8, 2026: What Importers Need To Know (Part 2)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is changing how importers demonstrate compliance for regulated consumer products entering the United States. Beginning July 8, 2026, importers must electronically submit product certificate data through U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Automated Commercial Environment (ACE). For most regulated consumer products, a paper or PDF certificate alone will no […]

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18 May 2026
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CPSC eFiling Requirements Begin July 8, 2026: What Importers Need To Know

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is implementing a new electronic filing requirement for imported consumer products beginning July 8, 2026. The new program, known as CPSC eFiling, is designed to improve product safety screening and increase visibility into imported products subject to CPSC regulations. Under the new rule, importers of regulated consumer products […]

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11 May 2026
0 Comments By GV America Trade Lane, General, Tariff, US Customs

Court of International Trade Strikes Down Section 122 Tariffs

Court of International Trade Strikes Down Section 122 Tariffs In a significant trade ruling issued on May 7, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) ruled that the Section 122 tariffs imposed by the Trump Administration are unlawful. The decision, issued in a 2–1 split ruling, represents another major legal challenge to recent U.S. tariff […]

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04 May 2026
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CBP Releases ACE Reports to Track CAPE IEEPA Tariff Refunds

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has introduced a series of ACE Reports tools to help importers monitor IEEPA tariff refunds submitted through the CAPE system. These reports provide visibility into refund status, payment processing, and potential issues, allowing the trade community to better manage and track refund claims. Background: CAPE and IEEPA Refunds On […]

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24 Apr 2026
0 Comments By GV America Trade Lane, Asia Trade Lane, Congestion, General, Ocean Freight Services

Strait of Hormuz Disruption: Why Asia–U.S. Shipping Is Slowing Down

Recent geopolitical tensions affecting the Strait of Hormuz are not directly blocking shipping routes between Asia and the United States. However, the global ripple effects are now significantly impacting Asia–U.S. shipping schedules, transit times, and costs. In simple terms:👉 Ships are still moving — but they are moving slower, arriving later, and facing congestion worldwide. […]

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10 Apr 2026
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CBP Launches CAPE Phase 1 for IEEPA Tariff Refunds on April 20

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will officially launch Phase 1 of the CAPE system on April 20, marking a major step forward in the processing of IEEPA tariff refunds. The new tool, called the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE), will be available through the ACE Secure Data Portal and is designed to […]

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04 Apr 2026
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Section 232 Tariffs Updated on Metals and Pharmaceutical Imports

The Trump Administration has announced major updates to Section 232 tariffs, introducing new duty structures for steel, aluminum, and copper, while also imposing significant tariffs on pharmaceutical imports. These changes aim to strengthen domestic manufacturing, address national security concerns, and reshape global supply chains. Key Changes to Section 232 Tariffs on Metals The April 2 […]

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