CBP

Non-asset-based third-party logistics (3PL) services providers recently received good news, with the announcement that United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has introduced a five-year pilot program, which, for the first time, includes freight brokers and warehouse-based 3PLs to be able to be part of the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) program.

U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs) continue to provide importers and exporters with duty deferral, export exemptions, and operational efficiencies, even as 2025 tariff policies—including reciprocal duties, higher Section 232 rates, and the end of de minimis—reshape the importing landscape. By leveraging FTZs, companies can manage costs, streamline compliance, and maintain global competitiveness while navigating evolving trade regulations.

With tariffs shaping global trade, U.S. importers must adapt to an increasingly complex environment. This comprehensive guide explores current tariff mechanisms, including Section 301, Section 232, and IEEPA, highlighting the impact on businesses. As legal challenges and negotiations unfold, importers must proactively manage their tariff exposure, monitor regulatory developments, and optimize inventory strategies. Key tactics like accurate HTS classification, tariff forecasting, and using U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs) can help mitigate risks and maintain cost competitiveness in 2025’s unpredictable market.

Concerns over a lack of adequate staffing of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at United States ports was raised as a chief concern at a nomination hearing for CBP Acting Commissioner Kevin L. McAleenan held by the Senate Finance Committee this week. This concern stems from a combination of significant growth in trade volumes and container traffic, coupled with no increase in CBP staffing levels, according to the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA).

This week United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency’s Import Security Filing rule, which is commonly known as 10+2, took a major step towards finally becoming official.

In early July, the United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will commence implementation of the liquidated damages phase of the Import Security Filing, which is commonly known as 10+2.

Now that the impact of federal budget sequestration on the United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is on hold, the Port Tracker report from the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates is calling for gains in April United States-bound import cargo levels.

A law firm's report indicates CBP is expected to issue by the end of May a proposed rule that would make various changes to increase the accuracy and reliability of the advance information submitted under the importer security filing, or ‘10 + 2 rule.