CBSA Amends Surtax Remission Order to Clarify Relief for U.S. Imports
The amendments offer Canadian importers temporary cost savings on U.S.-origin goods and relieve the impact of surtaxes on critical sectors such as health care, manufacturing, processing, and food packaging.
FDA Green List Established for Pharmaceutical Imports of GLP-1 APIs
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The alert represents a new layer of oversight on pharmaceutical imports. It ensures that only FDA-reviewed sources are allowed to supply GLP-1 APIs to the U.S. market.
U.S. Imposes an Additional 25% Tariff on Indian Imports Over Russian Oil Ties
This measure doubles the overall tariff on many Indian goods to 50%, with exemptions for in-transit shipments, humanitarian items, Section 232 goods, reciprocal tariff products, and certain entries under Chapter 98.
Canada to Drop Some Counter Tariffs on U.S. Imports Starting September 1
The new tariff rollback targets CUSMA-compliant goods. Import taxes on U.S. autos, steel, and aluminum remain in place.
U.S. Expands Steel and Aluminum Tariffs to 407 Additional Product Codes
The latest action broadens the scope of Section 232 tariffs, bringing hundreds of products with metal content under higher steel and aluminum duties.
50% Tariff on Brazilian Imports into the U.S. Takes Effect
Exemptions apply to goods protected under 50 U.S.C. § 1702(b), in addition to specific imports such as energy products, civil aircraft, precious metals, and fertilizers.
CBSA Updates Memorandum D3-1-1 to Enforce CARM Compliance
The update reflects Canada’s move toward a fully digital customs environment, with new procedures introduced for using the CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) system.
August 7 Marks the Start of Updated U.S. Import Tariff Rates and Rules
These tariffs aim to address imbalances in the relationship between the U.S. and its trading partners, with a focus on economic and national-security matters.
Canada Introduces A 25% Surtax on Chinese-Based Steel and Aluminum Imports
This surtax addresses the risks associated with global overcapacity and non-market policies and practices in the steel and aluminum industries.
U.S. Applies 50% Import Tariff on Copper Content and Derivatives Starting August 1
The 50% tariff on copper imports is a result of a Section 232 investigation initiated in February 2025, under the Trade Expansion Act of 1962.
