The Customs Watch USA: Edition 25

Annkaren Wambui
21 hours ago
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🔒 Organic Imports Hit the Wall | Jordan Garments Frozen | 63.88% Duty Shock

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Summary: From 1 July 2026, electronic Organic Import Certificates will be mandatory for qualifying products entering the U.S. New CBP enforcement actions in Jordan highlight increased supply chain due diligence expectations. Alongside developments in anti-dumping, countervailing duties, updated ACE procedures, and new customs rulings, this week's Customs Watch USA offers essential insights for navigating the evolving regulatory landscape.

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🌿 Organic Imports Face a July 1 Deadline

From 1 July 2026, new U.S. import requirements for organic products will come into force, potentially disrupting shipments that fail to meet updated certification rules.

For importers, exporters, customs brokers, and supply chain professionals, understanding these changes before goods reach the border could make the difference between smooth clearance and costly delays.

This week's Customs Watch USA explains what the new requirements mean, which businesses are affected, and the practical steps you should take to stay compliant.

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👕 Jordan Garments Frozen: Forced Labour Enforcement Expands

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has issued new Withhold Release Orders (WROs) targeting garment manufacturers in Jordan, highlighting the continued expansion of forced labour enforcement across global supply chains.

For importers, this serves as another reminder that supply chain transparency and due diligence are becoming essential customs compliance requirements—not optional best practices.

This week's Customs Watch USA Customs Watch USA examines what these new enforcement actions mean, how they could affect import operations, and the practical steps businesses can take to reduce supply chain risk.

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💰 Trade Remedies Deliver a 63.88% Duty Shock

New U.S. trade remedy actions could significantly increase import costs for businesses sourcing citric acid and other affected products, reinforcing the financial impact of anti-dumping and countervailing duty investigations.

For importers, even a single trade remedy decision can rapidly change sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and landed costs.

This week's Customs Watch USA examines the latest duty measures, the products affected, and what businesses should do to manage their exposure.

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🇪🇺 New Opportunities for U.S. Exporters

The European Union has removed its remaining retaliatory duties on selected U.S. industrial goods, creating fresh opportunities for businesses trading across the Atlantic.

While customs procedures remain unchanged, lower tariffs could improve competitiveness and open new commercial opportunities for U.S. exporters.

This week's Customs Watch USA explores the products affected, the business implications, and what this development means for transatlantic trade.

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🤖 AI Is Transforming Customs Compliance

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how customs authorities manage risk, analyse data, and target enforcement activities around the world.

As customs administrations embrace digital technologies, businesses will face growing expectations around data quality, governance, and compliance readiness.

This week's Customs Watch USA explores how AI is changing customs operations and why businesses should prepare for a more data-driven future.

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Overview of This Week's Changes

Topic	Why It Matters
Organic Import Certificates Become Mandatory	From 1 July, missing NOP Import Certificates could prevent organic shipments from entering the United States.
Jordan Forced Labour Orders	New CBP Withhold Release Orders expand supply chain due diligence expectations for apparel importers.
Citric Acid Duty Shock	Preliminary duties of up to 63.88% significantly increase import costs for affected businesses.
Silicon Metal AD/CVD Finalised	New trade remedies alter sourcing economics for Australian and Norwegian silicon metal.
EU Removes Duties on U.S. Goods	Lower EU tariffs create new export opportunities for U.S. manufacturers.
ACE Refund Rules Updated	Relaxed CAPE validations could unlock previously rejected IEEPA refund claims.
Classification Changes Proposed	New CBP rulings may affect duty rates and Section 301 exposure for selected products.
WCO Focuses on Data Governance	Global customs authorities continue advancing AI-driven customs data management.

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