🚗New Tariff Process for Automobile Parts Under Section 232 Regulations
On March 26, 2025, the President issued Proclamation 10908, "Adjusting Imports of Automobiles and Automobile Parts into The United States" (Automobile Proclamation). The Automobile Proclamation required the Secretary of Commerce to establish a process for including additional automobile parts articles for passenger vehicles and light trucks within the scope of the tariffs imposed by the President in the Automobile Proclamation. This interim final rule (IFR) establishes the requisite process.
Learn More⚒️Notice of Inclusions Window for Steel and Aluminum Tariffs
The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has established a process for including additional derivative steel and aluminum articles within the scope of the duties authorized by the President under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. This notice opens the September 2025 inclusions window for submissions.
Learn More📦Tariff Changes under the U.S.-Japan Agreement
On July 23, 2025, the President announced a framework agreement between the United States and Japan (the Agreement), which lays the foundation for a new era of U.S.-Japan trade relations grounded in principles of reciprocity and our shared national interests. On September 4, 2025, the President issued Executive Order 14345, Implementing the United States-Japan Agreement, finding that specified tariff actions are consistent with the national interests of the United States and are necessary and appropriate to address the national emergency declared in Executive Order 14257, as amended, and to reduce or eliminate the threats to national security found in certain proclamations issued under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. Executive Order 14345 also directed and authorized the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary) to publish in the Federal Register changes to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) with respect to general tariffs on Japanese goods (in consultation with the United States Trade Representative, the Secretary of Homeland Security acting through the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and the Chair of the United States International Trade Commission (ITC)); products of Japan that fall under the World Trade Organization Agreement on Trade in Civil Aircraft, except for unmanned aircraft (in consultation with the Chair of the ITC and the Commissioner of CBP); and products of Japan subject to duties under Proclamation 10908 of March 26, 2025 (Adjusting Imports of Automobiles and Automobile Parts Into the United States) (in consultation with the Chair of the ITC and the Commissioner of CBP). This notice amends the HTSUS to implement these provisions of the Agreement.
Learn More⚖️Preliminary Trade Determination on MDI from China
The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) from the People's Republic of China (China) is being, or is likely to be, sold in the United States at less-than-fair-value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) is July 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. Interested parties are invited to comment on this preliminary determination.
Learn More📦Request for Comments on China's Section 301 Exclusions Extension
In prior notices, the U.S. Trade Representative modified the actions in the Section 301 investigation of China's acts, policies, and practices related to technology transfer, intellectual property, and innovation by excluding from additional duties certain products of China. There are currently 178 effective exclusions. USTR has extended these exclusions several times, including by providing a recent 90-day extension to further extend the exclusions through November 29, 2025. USTR invites public comment on whether any of the 178 effective exclusions warrant further extension beyond November 29, 2025.
Learn More⏳Postponement of Preliminary Determinations in Silicon Metal Investigations
The U.S. Department of Commerce has postponed the preliminary determinations in less-than-fair-value investigations of silicon metal imports from Australia and Norway, delaying the findings required for potential trade remedy actions. The decision is based on requests from petitioners for additional time to develop the investigative record effectively.
Learn More⚡Overview of Energy Regulatory Filings and Compliance Notices
The Department of Energy, through the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, has issued a combined notice detailing multiple filings from various entities including electric utilities and renewable energy producers. The document emphasizes compliance requirements, tariff changes, and deadlines for public comment, highlighting the dynamic regulatory environment affecting the energy sector.
Learn More⚡Combined Notice of Filings for Exempt Wholesale Generators and Tariffs
The notice details filings received by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission including self-certifications from exempt wholesale generators and various rate filings. It outlines the applicant details, filing dates, and comment deadlines, highlighting the regulatory framework pertinent to the energy sector and associated compliance obligations.
Learn More📦Modifying Tariffs and Trade Agreements
Executive Order 14346 addresses modifications to reciprocal tariffs and establishes procedures for implementing trade and security agreements to tackle national security threats. It emphasizes the necessity for collaboration with foreign trading partners to enhance economic relationships and outlines potential adjustments based on compliance with agreements.
Learn More🇺🇸Implications of Executive Order on US-Japan Trade Relations
Executive Order 14345 implements a new framework agreement between the United States and Japan, establishing tariffs on imports and enhancing market access for U.S. products. This order aims to address trade deficits and bolster the U.S. economy by promoting increased investment and job creation while fortifying national security.
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