Trade & Sanctions

Export-Import Bank Application Notice Over $100 Million

The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) has issued a notice regarding an application for a loan or financial guarantee exceeding $100 million. The notice informs the public and specifies a comment period for interested parties to submit feedback before EXIM makes a final decision.

Textile Import Limitations Regulation

The US government has issued a new regulation establishing import limitations for textiles under a specific trade agreement. This rule aims to manage the flow of textile goods into the country and may affect domestic manufacturing and international trade relationships.

Apparel Import Limits from Haiti Under CBERA

The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced the annual quantitative limit for apparel imports from Haiti eligible for duty-free treatment under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act's value-added provision. For the period of February 3, 2026, through December 19, 2026, this limit is set at 267,063,493 square meters equivalent.

CAFTA-DR Textile Provision: Addition of Monofilament Yarn

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (CITA) has determined that certain 100 percent monofilament yarn is not available in commercial quantities in CAFTA-DR countries. This product will be added to Annex 3.25 of the CAFTA-DR in unrestricted quantities, effective July 23, 2025.

Apparel Imports from Sub-Saharan Africa Duty-Free Cap Set

The U.S. Department of Commerce has published the new 12-month cap for duty- and quota-free apparel imports from Sub-Saharan Africa under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The new limitations become applicable on October 1, 2024, with specific quantities set for general imports and a sub-limit for lesser-developed countries.

Export Administration Regulations: Cambodia Country Group Change

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued a final rule amending the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This change removes Cambodia from Country Group D:5, reflecting its removal from the U.S. arms embargoed destinations list by the Department of State.

BIS Eases Export Controls on Civil Drones and Technology

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is easing export controls on certain civil Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and related technologies. This interim final rule allows less sensitive commercial UAVs and more capable non-military UAVs to be exported to certain countries without a license or under specific license exceptions.

BIS Suspends Expansion of End-User Controls for Affiliates

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is suspending its interim final rule expanding end-user controls to cover affiliates of certain listed entities for one year. This suspension is effective November 10, 2025, and will end November 9, 2026, after which the controls are set to be reimposed.

BIS Revises License Policy for Advanced Computing Commodities to China

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued a final rule revising its license policy for exports of certain advanced computing commodities, including specific semiconductors, to China and Macau. The policy changes from a presumption of denial to a case-by-case review under specific conditions, effective January 15, 2026.

Commerce Control List CFR Correction

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is publishing a correction to the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) regarding the Commerce Control List. This technical correction reinstates specific text related to the definition of crude and semi-fabricated forms of metals and alloys in Supplement No. 1 to Part 774.