Sixth Round of EU Sanctions
As previewed in last week’s weekly highlights, the EU published a new round of sanctions on June 3, 2022, which includes a wide range of new restrictions. Key provisions are summarized below.
The EU now
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CBP Issues Minimal UFLPA Guidance: What We Know Based on WRO Detentions of Goods Alleged to be Made from Forced Labor in the XUAR Region.
With just over two weeks until the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) goes into effect on June 21, 2022, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued very minimal guidance to the importing community on how it will enforce
Customs Ruling of the Week – Classification of Wireless Intercom Headset
In ruling NY N324883 (April 15, 2022), Customs and Border Protection (CBP) discussed the tariff classification of a wireless intercom headset system from China. The item, referred to as the “Solidcom C1 full-duplex wireless intercom headset system,” is compromised of
Sanctions/Export Highlights [As of May 26, 2022]
Russia Sanctions: The EU and UK each made several amendments regarding previously-designated individuals and entities. The amendments included corrections to names and dates of birth.
General Licenses: The U.S. made two announcements related to general licenses (“GLs”). The U.S. announced
Launch of Indo-Pacific Economic Framework
On May 23rd, President Biden, accompanied by Japanese Prime Minister Kishida and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, formally unveiled the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF). The agreement is significant as the participating economies represent over 40% of global gross
Sanctions/Export Highlights [As of May 19, 2022]
Russia Sanctions: This week the UK designated 12 individuals and three Russian airlines, JSC Rossiya Airlines, JSC Ural Airlines, and PJSC Aeroflot. The individuals include: (i) the chair of the board of directors of Russia’s National Media Group; (ii) a
Customs Ruling of the Week – Cost Plus Transfer Price and Transaction Value
In ruling H313988 (February 18, 2022), Customs and Border Protection (CBP) addressed whether certain costs should be added to the customs value as assists when using the transaction value method in situations where the products are imported from related parties.
Customs Ruling of the Week – Country of Origin of Stucco Netting
In ruling NY N325409 (May 5, 2022), Customs and Border Protection (CBP) discussed the country of origin of stucco netting. The merchandise is identified as roles of 1.5” 17 gauge and 1” 20 gauge zinc plated round single-strand iron stucco
ITC Section 332 Proceedings: Investigation into Economic Impacts of Section 301 and 232 tariffs.
On May 10, the US International Trade Commission (ITC) issued a Federal Register notice stating that it will conduct an investigation into the economic impacts of the Section 301 and 232 (global steel and aluminum) tariffs on US industries. See
Section 301 Tariffs: USTR Four-Year Review
On May 5, the United States Trade Representative (USTR) published a Notice requesting comments from domestic industry members benefitting from the Section 301 tariffs as to whether the USTR should continue to impose Section 301 tariffs for lists 1, 2,