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10/09/2026
Section 232 U.S. content rule widens for USMCA machinery from Canada and Mexico
New guidance from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) expands what may qualify as U.S. content when calculating Section 232 duties on certain USMCA-qualifying machinery.
Section 232 U.S. content rule widens for USMCA machinery from Canada and Mexico | Walio News
10/06/2026
US trade deficit passes $100B for first time since March 2025
The U.S. trade deficit increased 13.7% to $105.6 billion in August, up from a revised $92.8 billion in July, as imports grew significantly despite the Trump administration’s tariffs. The data was released on October 6, 2026.
09/30/26
Trump’s tariffs are back in court again
The article, published by CNN on September 30, 2026, reports that the U.S. Court of International Trade is reviewing the legality of the Trump administration’s latest broad tariffs, this time imposed under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.
09/29/2026
U.S. and China to Cut Tariffs on $60 Billion of Goods
The United States and China have proposed reciprocal tariff reductions covering approximately $30 billion in goods from each country, signaling a limited easing of trade tensions following a meeting between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping.
09/28/2026
Section 232 Duties on Imports of Pharmaceutical Articles and Ingredients
CBP has issued updated guidance on the Section 232 duties applicable to certain pharmaceutical products and ingredients. The guidance clarifies applicable HTSUS Chapter 99 classifications, duty rates, country-specific provisions, exemptions, and entry-filing requirements for affected imports.
09/22/2026
Import Ban of Certain Polysilicon Products Under Proclamation 11052
CBP has issued guidance implementing new restrictions on certain polysilicon imports under Presidential Proclamation 11052. Importers exceeding specified quantity limits may be prohibited from entering affected products until December 4, 2026, with limited waiver options available through the Department of Commerce.
09/22/2026
Section 301 China Conforming Amendment
CBP has issued guidance on amended Section 301 China product exclusions to reflect HTSUS classification changes effective July 1, 2026. Importers may be eligible to recover Section 301 duties previously paid through a Post Summary Correction (PSC) or protest.
08/21/2026
Section 338 Additional Duties on Certain Goods of Canada
CBP provides filing guidance for the new Section 338 additional duties on certain Canadian goods, including applicable Chapter 99 HTSUS classifications, FTZ treatment, duty stacking, and drawback eligibility.
08/03/2026
Modifications to the Processing of Post Summary Corrections
CBP has announced changes to the processing of Post Summary Corrections (PSCs), including mandatory electronic payment for increases in duties, taxes, and fees, full payment requirements, and exceptions to the 300-day filing timeframe for certain suspended entries.
07/30/2026
Section 232 Duties on Imports of Patented Pharmaceutical Articles and Ingredients
CBP provides guidance on the implementation of Section 232 duties covering certain patented pharmaceutical products, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and key starting materials. The guidance outlines applicable Chapter 99 HTSUS classifications, duty rates, effective dates, and entry-filing requirements.
07/23/2026
Section 301 Forced Labor Import Duties
CBP provides filing guidance for new Section 301 duties on imports from 60 economies, effective July 24, 2026. The guidance covers applicable Chapter 99 HTSUS classifications, exemptions, FTZ treatment, and entry-filing requirements for affected imports.
07/21/2026
Section 301 Duties on Certain Products from Brazil
CBP provides guidance on the 25% Section 301 additional duty applicable to certain products of Brazil, effective July 22, 2026. The guidance outlines applicable HTSUS Chapter 99 classifications, exemptions, entry-filing requirements, and Foreign Trade Zone treatment.
