Trade Compliance

The U.S. Court of International Trade certified an injunctive class covering qualifying importers with certain liquidated IEEPA-tariff entries who have not filed individual lawsuits. Importers should check liquidation dates and the 180-day protest deadline; appeals or further proceedings could delay any class-action refunds.

The U.S. International Trade Commission opened an investigation into allegations that imported extrusion-coated magnet wire infringes patents held by Essex Solutions entities. No infringement finding has been made, but potential remedial orders could affect covered imports and supply continuity for government buyers and other purchasers.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is inviting public comments on a proposal aiming to enhance supply chain visibility to combat illicit imports. This initiative could lead to significant regulatory changes impacting importers and trade compliance contractors, necessitating new data reporting capabilities.

The USITC has upheld antidumping and countervailing duties on corrosion inhibitors from China, preventing potential harm to domestic manufacturers. The decision reinforces trade compliance strategies and has significant implications for procurement professionals in affected industries.

The DOJ and CBP have reached a $7.3 million settlement with Redi-Bag USA for evading antidumping duties. This case highlights the government's stringent customs compliance measures, impacting procurement processes for imported goods.

A coalition of U.S. lawmakers urges the USTR to investigate unfair sugar trade practices impacting American producers. This potential Section 301 investigation could lead to new tariffs, affecting import regulations and procurement strategies for sugar supply.

The United States Trade Representative announced preferential duty access for UK whiskey, enhancing trade relations between the U.S. and U.K. This development will likely boost procurement opportunities in beverage import/export due to reduced tariffs, which many companies should consider in their sourcing strategies.