Client Alert : BIS and DDTC Transfer Certain Firearm Suppressors from ITAR to the EAR
On July 23, 2026, the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Commerce published complementary Interim Final Rules that significantly change the export controls applicable to certain firearm suppressors, also referred to as silencers or mufflers. Effective November 20, 2026, many suppressors currently controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations will instead […]
IEEPA Tariff Refund Update: CIT Hearing Provides New Details on CAPE Expansion
The Court of International Trade (CIT) held another hearing on June 9, 2026, regarding the ongoing IEEPA tariff refund process. The hearing followed the court’s prior order requiring the government to explain why the CIT should not lift the stay of its earlier orders directing refunds of unlawfully collected IEEPA duties. While the court did […]
IEEPA Tariff Refund Update: Government Signals Appeal of Refund Order
Recent developments in the ongoing IEEPA tariff refund litigation may significantly impact how importers pursue recovery of tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). On May 29, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a motion in the Court of International Trade (CIT) that provided important insight into the government’s position […]
Client Alert: CBP Launching CAPE System for IEEPA Tariff Refunds
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) is preparing to launch a new automated process for refunding tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (“IEEPA”). Beginning April 20, 2026, importers and their brokers will be able to submit refund requests through the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (“CAPE”) functionality within the Automated Commercial […]
IEEPA Tariff Refunds – Key Update and Immediate Actions
The U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) issued a new order on March 20, 2026, in Atmus Filtration v. United States, providing additional clarity on IEEPA tariff refunds and reinforcing the need for importers to take proactive steps now. What Changed Critical Risk Area What Importers Should Do Now Bottom Line Refunds are not automatic, […]
USMCA – Are You Ready?
Are you ready for USMCA? The new trade agreement goes into effect on July 1, 2020. In our effort to keep you informed, the below is a snapshot of its key provisions and how it differs from NAFTA. The USMCA was signed by all three countries on November 30, 2018 at the G20 Summit in […]
GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN UPDATE – An Overview of the Domestic and International Scene
We are in the midst of an unprecedented global crisis. There is an information overload as experts share opinions, statistics, and projections about COVID-19’s effect on the economy. It is now clear that the intercontinental supply chain will not return to “normal” until late Q1 or Q2 2021. As time passes, we are able to […]
NEW 90-Day Duty Deferral Program
The importing trade community has spent considerable time and effort over the last several weeks in soliciting the Administration to postpone or delay duty payments in light of the current financial hardships many companies are facing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Over this last weekend, some accommodations have been made available by the Administration for […]
STEAMSHIP LINE STORAGE OFFERINGS – Advantages and disadvantages
As the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, experts anticipate that the shipping industry could see a loss of $25-$30 billion this year. These losses would need to be at least partially offset or the landscape of global transportation could drastically change (i.e. bankruptcies, M&A). The industry is waiting to see when container volume will begin to […]
Planning vs. Forecasting – Keys to Maintaining Supply Chain Flow
The Covid-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the logistics industry, with experts estimating a 30% decline in the global shipping market through May. Supply chains are crawling. Numerous steamship lines have cancelled entire lanes and announced blank sailings. Experts say even more shipping disturbances could happen with very short notice during Q2 2020. There […]