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BIS Enforcement Settlement with Teledyne FLIR LLC

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has reached an administrative enforcement settlement with Teledyne FLIR LLC and its affiliates. The settlement resolves alleged violations of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Specific details of the violations and penalties are outlined in the settlement order.

OFAC Designations and General License for Counter Terrorism

The US Treasury's OFAC has designated individuals linked to terrorism, narcotics trafficking, and atrocities in Sudan. These actions update the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List and include the issuance of a general license authorizing the wind-down of transactions involving Kovay Gardens.

Treasury Sanctions Exploit Broker Network for Cyber Tools

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's OFAC has sanctioned four individuals and one entity for their involvement in a network that exploits and sells U.S. government cyber tools. These designations are related to Russia-related sanctions and cyber-related activities.

OFAC Settles Syrian Sanctions Violations for $3,777,000

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced an individual settled potential civil liability for $3,777,000 related to apparent violations of Syrian sanctions. The violations involved providing managerial services to Syrian real estate companies between January 2018 and December 2021.

Venezuela-related FAQ on Oil Resale

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued a new Frequently Asked Question (FAQ 1238) regarding the resale of Venezuelan origin oil to Cuba. This FAQ provides clarification on existing sanctions regulations.

OFAC Sanctions Iran's Shadow Fleet and Missile Programs

The US Treasury Department's OFAC has sanctioned Iran's shadow fleet and entities involved in its ballistic missile and weapons programs. Seventeen entities and four individuals have been added to the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List, subjecting them to secondary sanctions.

OFAC Sanctions Nicaragua Individuals; Amends Russia License

The US Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned five individuals in Nicaragua and issued an amended Russia-related General License. These actions update OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List and provide guidance on specific transactions.

OFAC Removes Russia and Lebanon Sanctions Designations

The US Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has removed several individuals from its Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List. These removals include designations related to Russia and Lebanon, with some individuals previously linked to the Wagner Group. This action updates OFAC's sanctions lists and impacts entities that previously had dealings with these designated parties.

GSP Revisions, Petitions, Renewal, and Technical Modifications Notice

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) issued a notice regarding revisions to the 2017/2018 Annual GSP Product and Country Practices Review. This notice outlines the deadline for filing petitions related to the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program and details technical modifications for GSP renewal.

USTR Initiation of Country Practice Reviews for India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has initiated country practice reviews for India, Indonesia, and Kazakhstan. This action is part of the USTR's ongoing monitoring of trade practices in various countries.

USTR GSP Annual Product Review and Thailand Practice Review Initiation

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has initiated the 2018 Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) Annual Product Review and a review of Thailand's trade practices. This notice invites public comments on product petitions and Thailand's eligibility.

USTR Initiation of Country Practice Review of Turkey

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has initiated a country practice review concerning Turkey. This review will assess Turkey's practices related to the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program.

GSP Hearing Notice for Country Practice and Designation Reviews

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has issued a notice regarding an upcoming hearing for ongoing country practice reviews of Bolivia, Ecuador, Georgia, Indonesia, Iraq, Thailand, and Uzbekistan, and for the country designation review of Laos under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program. Interested parties are invited to submit written comments and participate in the hearing.

Section 301 Investigation: China's Phase One Agreement Implementation

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has initiated a Section 301 investigation into China's implementation of its commitments under the Phase One agreement. The USTR is seeking public comments and has scheduled a hearing to gather input on this matter.

Section 301 Investigation: Brazil's Trade Practices

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has initiated a Section 301 investigation into Brazil's trade practices concerning digital trade, electronic payment services, tariffs, anti-corruption enforcement, intellectual property, ethanol market access, and illegal deforestation. This action seeks to determine if these practices are unfair or discriminatory.

Section 301 Investigation: Korea's Coupang Practices

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has received a petition to initiate a Section 301 investigation into Korea's acts, policies, and practices concerning Coupang. This action may lead to potential trade remedies if the investigation finds grounds for action.

USTR Statement on US-Indonesia Trade Deal

Ambassador Greer of the USTR has issued a statement regarding a trade deal between the United States and Indonesia, announced by President Trump. The statement highlights praise from American farmers and industry leaders for the agreement.

USTR Statement on Supreme Court IEEPA Decision

Ambassador Greer of the USTR has issued a statement regarding a Supreme Court decision concerning the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The statement was released in February 2026 as part of the USTR's press releases.

US-Indonesia Trade Deal Praised by Farmers and Industry

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) issued a press release announcing that a trade deal between the U.S. and Indonesia has been praised by American farmers and industry leaders. The release highlights positive reception from key sectors benefiting from the agreement.

Ambassador Greer Speaks on International Law, Peace, and Prosperity

Ambassador Greer of the USTR spoke to University of Virginia law students about the role of international law in promoting peace and prosperity. The speech, delivered in February 2026, highlighted the practical applications and importance of international legal frameworks.

USTR Seeks Comment on Critical Minerals Trade Agreement Design

The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) is seeking public comment on the design of a plurilateral agreement concerning trade in critical minerals. This initiative aims to strengthen the resilience of critical mineral supply chains through policy actions and international cooperation.

484(f) Committee: USITC, Customs, Census Trade Data Modifications

The 484(f) Committee, comprising USITC, CBP, and Census, modifies non-legal 10-digit statistical reporting numbers in the HTS and Schedule B. A new requirement effective January 1, 2026, mandates that requests be submitted according to the four-digit HTS heading.

Executive Order Modifying Duties to Address Threats by Russian Federation

The President has issued an Executive Order modifying duties to address threats posed by the Russian Federation. This action, published on February 11, 2026, amends existing trade regulations and is associated with Executive Order 14384.

USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of MRAM Devices

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has instituted a Section 337 investigation into certain Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory (MRAM) devices, products containing them, and components thereof. The investigation is based on a complaint alleging infringement of asserted patents.

USITC Investigates Chinese Biotech State Support and Pricing

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has launched a fact-finding investigation into Chinese state support and pricing practices in the biotechnology sector. The investigation aims to assess the impact on U.S. industry competitiveness and market share, with a report expected by January 22, 2027.

USITC Investigates Economic Impact of Revoking PNTR for China Products

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has launched an investigation into the economic impact of revoking permanent normal trade relations (PNTR) for China. The investigation will examine effects on the U.S. economy and industry over a six-year period, with a report due by August 21, 2026.

USITC Investigates USMCA Automotive Rules of Origin Impact

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has initiated a factfinding investigation into the impact of USMCA automotive rules of origin on the U.S. economy and competitiveness. This is the third in a series of required reports, with input being sought from interested parties.

USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Power Converters

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has instituted an investigation (337-TA-1484) into certain power converters, circuit board assemblies, and computing systems. The investigation is based on a complaint alleging infringement of patent claims related to imported products.

USITC Affirmative Determinations on Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Investigations for MAMMOs from Taiwan

The USITC has made affirmative determinations that a U.S. industry is materially injured by imports of multifunctional acrylate and methacrylate monomers and oligomers (MAMMOs) from Taiwan sold at less than fair value and subsidized by the government. As a result, the Department of Commerce will issue antidumping and countervailing duty orders.

USITC Maintains Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders on Calcium Hypochlorite from China

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has determined to maintain existing antidumping and countervailing duty orders on calcium hypochlorite from China. This decision follows five-year sunset reviews, concluding that revoking the orders would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of material injury. The existing orders will remain in place.

USITC Continues Investigations on Van-Type Trailers from Canada, China, Mexico

The USITC has voted to continue investigations into van-type trailers and subassemblies from Canada, China, and Mexico. This decision indicates a reasonable indication of material injury to the U.S. industry due to alleged less-than-fair-value sales and government subsidies. The Department of Commerce will now proceed with its investigations.

USITC Finds India Springs Injure US Industry, Orders Duties

The USITC has determined that imports of overhead door counterbalance torsion springs from India are injuring the U.S. industry. As a result, the U.S. Department of Commerce will issue antidumping and countervailing duty orders on these imports.

USITC Determination: Electrolytic Manganese Dioxide from China Order Remains

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has determined that revoking the existing antidumping order on imports of electrolytic manganese dioxide from China would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of material injury. Consequently, the existing order will remain in place.

USITC Determines to Continue Trade Orders on Steel Wire Rod

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has determined to continue existing trade remedy orders on carbon and certain alloy steel wire rod from Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, Moldova, and Trinidad and Tobago. These orders will remain in place following the five-year sunset reviews.