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The Executive Order 14231 was issued to address trade and duty arrangements concerning the flow of illicit drugs across the U.S.-Canada border. It amends tariffs related to automotive imports from Canada, allowing certain Canadian goods, including automotive parts, to enter the U.S. without additional duties. The order also lowers the duty on Canadian potash from 25% to 10%. This amendment is intended to minimize disruption to the U.S. automotive industry and maintain economic and national security.

The United States International Trade Commission is conducting the final phase of investigations into whether imports of low speed personal transportation vehicles (LSPTVs) from China are harming U.S. industry due to being subsidized and sold at below-market prices. These investigations cover LSPTVs, including components, whether finished or not, with certain specifications like a maximum speed of 25 miles per hour. The Commission has set key dates for participation, submission of materials, and public hearings to gather more information. The investigations were requested by the American Personal Transportation Vehicle Manufacturers Coalition.

The United States International Trade Commission has announced the start of preliminary investigations into whether fiberglass door panels from China are sold in the U.S. at unfairly low prices and subsidized by the Chinese government. These investigations were initiated following a request by the American Fiberglass Door Coalition on March 20, 2025. The Commission has until May 5, 2025, to make a preliminary decision and will share its findings with the Department of Commerce shortly after. Public participation and written comments on the investigations are encouraged, with specific guidelines provided for submissions and appearances.

The U.S. International Trade Commission has announced an investigation into the impact of squash imports on U.S. seasonal markets, especially focusing on the Southeastern region. This investigation, requested by the U.S. Trade Representative, will examine trends and price differences between domestic and imported squash from 2015 to 2020. A public hearing is scheduled for April 8, 2021, and deadlines for related submissions are set between March and April 2021. The Commission emphasizes that no confidential business information will be included in the final report to the USTR, which is due by December 7, 2021.

The President of the United States has issued Proclamation 10895 to impose new duties on imported aluminum products starting March 12, 2025. This proclamation requires updates to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) to reflect these changes, which have been officially published by the Department of Commerce. The new rates apply to various types of aluminum goods, including those that originate in Russia. Importers need to report specific details about the aluminum products to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection and should stay informed about filing requirements.

The Department of Homeland Security has updated the rules regarding additional duties on products from China, including Hong Kong, due to changes in an Executive Order. These changes raise the tariffs from 10% to 20% on certain items, effective March 4, 2025. The order is part of a response to what the U.S. views as China's inadequate control over synthetic opioid supply chains. Some exceptions apply, such as items qualifying for de minimis exemptions, but these could change if the government determines that enough systems are in place to manage tariff revenues.

The Department of Homeland Security has announced changes to trade rules affecting imports from Mexico. Due to multiple presidential executive orders, new duties (taxes) are applied to various products from Mexico. Some products, particularly those related to the automotive industry, are not subject to these additional charges, while others like potash have reduced taxes. From March 7, 2025, these rules will take effect, modifying the Harmonized Tariff Schedule to ensure compliance with U.S. laws and international agreements.

The U.S. International Trade Commission has announced the final stage of investigations concerning disposable aluminum containers, pans, trays, and lids imported from China. These imports are suspected of being subsidized and sold at unfairly low prices, potentially harming the U.S. industry. A hearing is scheduled for March 18, 2025, and participation details, including appearances and document submissions, are provided. The investigations will assess whether these imports threaten the U.S. industry, and interested parties must submit their appearances 21 days before the hearing.

In a proclamation dated December 20, 2024, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. announced the continuation and modification of trade agreements and tariff schedules between the United States and Israel, as well as with other countries involved in trade agreements such as USMCA and DR-CAFTA. This included extending duty-free access for certain Israeli agricultural products until December 31, 2025, to maintain favorable trade terms. Additionally, the proclamation addressed technical corrections in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule to ensure proper implementation of trade agreements like the USMCA and AGOA, and adjustments were made to correct past errors, including in steel import quotas. The proclamation is intended to ensure ongoing advantageous trade relationships aligned with U.S. international trade agreements.

The Office of the United States Trade Representative announced a notice regarding changes to specific product exclusions from tariffs on Chinese goods. These tariffs, initially imposed in September 2018, were part of a larger action due to issues with China's policies on technology and intellectual property. The notice outlines technical amendments to certain product exclusions and their extensions that impact goods imported during specific periods between 2018 and 2020. The amendments involve modifications in the product classification terms related to zinc oxide in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States.