Trade & Sanctions

Patent Office Public Comment Period

The Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) is providing a public comment period for a notice, with the comment deadline approaching in 15 days. This allows interested parties to submit feedback on the notice.

PTO Biological Materials Notice Public Comment

The Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) is accepting public comments on a notice regarding biological materials. The comment period is open for 24 days from the publication date.

CBP Extends Import Restrictions on Colombian Cultural Material

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is extending import restrictions on certain archaeological and ethnological material from Colombia. These restrictions, originally imposed in 2006 and previously extended, will now be in effect through March 10, 2031.

US Customs and Border Protection Notice of 2026 Trade and Cargo Security Summit

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced the 2026 Trade and Cargo Security Summit (TCSS) will be held in Dallas, TX, from April 28-30, 2026. The summit is open to the public for in-person or webinar attendance and will feature discussions on CBP's role in international trade.

USCBP Proposed Rule: Electronic Bond Transmission

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is proposing a rule to require electronic transmission of most bonds via a specialized system or email. This change aims to centralize and streamline CBP's bond program, moving away from paper bonds. Comments are due by April 14, 2026.

Proposed Rule: Electronic Export Manifest for Vessel Cargo

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has proposed a new rule requiring the advance submission of electronic export manifest (EEM) information for cargo transported by vessel departing the United States. This proposal aims to enhance cargo safety and security while streamlining export commerce.

CBP Notice: International Mail Duty Worksheet Extension

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking public comment on an extension of the International Mail Duty Worksheet (OMB Number 1651-0147). This notice is part of the review process under the Paperwork Reduction Act and follows a previous 60-day comment period.

Rescission of Countervailing Duty Review for Chinese Freight Rail Parts

The International Trade Administration (ITA) is rescinding the administrative review of the countervailing duty order on certain freight rail couplers and parts thereof from China for the period January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. This action is due to a lack of reviewable entries of subject merchandise during the period of review.

Fatty Acids Investigations from Indonesia and Malaysia Initiated

The U.S. Department of Commerce initiated countervailing duty (CVD) and antidumping duty (AD) investigations into imports of fatty acids from Indonesia and Malaysia. These investigations were initiated based on petitions filed by Vantage Specialty Chemicals, Inc. The investigations cover the period of January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025.

MARAD Request for Foreign Vessel Use in Coastwise Trade: BLUE STAR

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) has received a request for a foreign vessel, the BLUE STAR, to engage in coastwise trade. This notice serves to inform the public of the request and the vessel involved.