October 23, 2026
A CF-28 is not a routine request. When U.S. Customs and Border Protection issues a CBP Form 28—a Request for Information—it means CBP wants clear proof […]
October 19, 2026
As of October 20, 2026, Importers who filed suit against the tariffs levied under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and submitted importer of record numbers […]
September 18, 2026
Effective September 18, 2026, the CBP will begin voiding Importer of Record (IOR) numbers under a new enforcement action on Form 5106 accuracy. If your number […]
September 17, 2026
Freight quotes don’t last as long as they used to because transportation rate volatility is accelerating. Accessorial charges that are not included in the core quote, […]
September 15, 2026
Quick Answer The 2026 CBP Trade and Cargo Security Summit signaled a sharp increase in import fraud enforcement. CBP issued 10,000 Importer of Record (IOR) […]
August 24, 2026
New Section 301 forced labor duties took effect July 24, 2026, covering 60 economies that account for more than 99% of U.S. imports. At 10% for […]
August 11, 2026
Trade enforcement has entered a new phase. Federal agencies are no longer treating customs violations primarily as administrative matters that end with penalty notices or liquidated […]
July 27, 2026
International shipping depends on clear expectations, instructions and Incoterms. Before a shipment leaves the seller’s facility, both parties should understand who is responsible for transportation, where […]