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January 2024

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Customs and Trade News Weekly Snapshot

Here is a recap of the latest customs and international trade law news:      

Customs and Border Protection (CBP)  

  • CBP held a Virtual Career Expo on Jan. 24. The expo highlighted law enforcement and mission support opportunities throughout CBP.  
  • CBP is modifying the timing of the automatic release messages for non-express air cargo filed as an Entry Type 86; effective January 27.  
    • The update will help ensure that CBP has sufficient time to review entries and notify filers of holds. 
  • CBP announced an updated “ACE Tips for Filing EPA Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)” is now available and provides clarification for an HFC filing. 
  • EAPA case update: CBP has determined there is substantial evidence that importer Suzhou Quality Import and Export Co. entered covered merchandise for consumption into the customs territory of the United States through evasion. Specifically, Suzhou Quality imported into the United States Chinese-origin aluminum extrusions but not did not enter these extrusions as subject to the AD/CVD orders.  

Department of Commerce 

  • New AD and CVD petition filed on paper plates from China, Vietnam and Thailand 
By |2024-01-29T10:38:47-05:00January 29, 2024|Snapshot|0 Comments
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Breaking Trade News: New AD and CVD Petition Filed on Paper Plates from China, Vietnam and Thailand

The Petition, filed on behalf of the American Paper Plate Coalition (the “APPC”), concerns certain paper plates that are imported from China, Thailand, and Vietnam. APPC is comprised of six producers of paper plates in the United States:

  • AJM Packaging Corporation
  • Dart Container Corporation
  • Aspen Products, Inc.
  • Huhtamaki Americas, Inc.
  • 9201 Packaging Drive
  • Unique Industries, Inc.

The petition claims the paper plates were sold at less than fair value, and that certain paper plates from China and Vietnam benefit from countervailable subsidies. Petitioners claim that these imports have caused material injury and threaten additional material injury to the domestic industry producing paper plates.

Full list of producers here. Full list of U.S. importers here.

The proposed scope language is broad and includes “Paper plates, which may be white, colored, and/or printed, and if printed, may be printed and/or laminated by any means with images, text and/or colors on one or both surfaces.” Full description and scope here.

The Commerce Department will determine whether to initiate the investigations within 20 days. The USITC will reach a preliminary determination of material injury or threat of material injury within 45 days. Final determinations will likely occur late 2024.

As with any proceeding, participation is very important to protect your rights. We urge anyone that imports paper plates to pay close attention to this case and to ensure that all appropriate steps are taken to mitigate any damage.

Diaz Trade Law will continue to monitor this case and share updates. For more information or questions get […]

By |2024-01-25T15:57:12-05:00January 25, 2024|AD/CVD, China, Import, Vietnam|0 Comments
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BIS Regulatory Updates: 2023 Significant Changes

Diaz Trade Law is enthusiastic to announce Bloomberg Law published another one of our articles! Below is the article reproduced, you can also read here.

The two most important categories of export controls are the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). The vast majority of controlled exports fall under EAR, while the ITAR’s scope is limited to only military and defense-related articles, services, information, and technology. The US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry & Security (BIS) is charged with enforcing EAR under 15 C.F.R. parts 730-774.

This article provides an overview of the significant BIS policy and regulatory changes in 2023, including updates to the voluntary disclosure policy, an update on the semiconductor export control rules, expansion of Russia sanctions, and a human rights amendment to the EAR.

Background on EAR

The purpose of EAR is to safeguard US national security interests by ensuring that certain critical technology does not fall into the wrong hands.

The EAR governs whether a person or entity may:

  • Export an item from the US.
  • Reexport that item from a foreign country.
  • Transfer an item from one person to another.

BIS has repeatedly demonstrated its commitment to enforcing EAR and violations can carry heavy penalties. Civil penalties may be up to $300,000 per violation or twice the value of the transaction, whichever is greater. EAR violations can even result in criminal liability, such as a $1 million criminal penalty per violation or up to 20 years in prison. EAR violations […]

By |2024-01-24T13:00:03-05:00January 24, 2024|Bloomberg, Bloomberg Export|0 Comments
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Jennifer Diaz Receives 2024 Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating

Congratulations to DTL President Jennifer Diaz on her 2024 Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating.

Martindale-Hubbell has been the premier source for attorney ratings since 1868. The organization provides verified attorney ratings based on their legal ability and ethical standards as judged by their peers.

The AV Preeminent distinction is given only to attorneys who are peer rated for the highest level of professional excellence. Jennifer received the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.

By |2024-01-23T11:23:21-05:00January 23, 2024|news|0 Comments
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Government Shutdown Avoided Again

On Thursday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a stopgap bill to fund the federal government, avoiding a shutdown just before the weekend deadline. The measure will fund the government through early March.

The Senate passed the bill 77-18, while the House passed the measure 314-108, with 106 Republicans and two Democrats in opposition. Party leadership statements were varied. Freedom Caucus Chairman Bob Good told reporters: “It’s a loss for the American people…” Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said on the Senate floor: “We have good news for America. There will not be a shutdown on Friday.” The lack of consensus signals that there is much work to be done to avoid a shutdown in March.

While many employees in key agencies for international trade will be deemed “essential,” meaning they will continue working through a shutdown, agencies will still experience operational changes that will cause delays.

Below is a breakdown of how key agencies will be impacted by a future shutdown.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

According to the Department of Homeland Security’s contingency plan, cargo security and port of operations will remain active during a shutdown. However, certain activities such as training and auditing are not required to be carried out during this time. In addition, back-office support positions are not likely to be deemed essential and will be furloughed. Refunds, audits, ruling requests, etc. would be delayed until the shutdown ends.

There remains uncertainty around which specific offices will be deemed essential. For example, Forced Labor Communications may be furloughed, resulting in delays in […]

By |2024-01-19T15:22:35-05:00January 19, 2024|news|0 Comments
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