Negotiations Sour, Section 338 Tariffs Against Canada Move Forward Despite a temporary suspension to allow for further negotiation, the U.S. and Canada were unable to reach a satisfactory agreement, and the additional 50% Section 338 duties against Canada went ahead as planned. Late on Friday, August 21, CBP released a CSMS message with guidance on the implementation of the tariffs. …
CARMICHAEL COMPASS: ISSUE 26-032 – August 21, 2026
CBP Verifying Importer Information on Form 5106, Penalties for Inaccurate Information to Follow Federal Register Notice 2026-16911 announces that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is implementing enhanced enforcement measures under Executive Order 14411, “Strengthening Customs Enforcement,” signed on June 3, 2026. The initiative focuses on validating the accuracy of Importer of Record (IOR) information maintained through CBP Form 5106. …
CARMICHAEL COMPASS: ISSUE 26-031 – August 13, 2026
White House to Impose 15% Tariff on Polysilicon and Derivatives In a proclamation dated August 6, President Trump has implemented a 15% Section 232 tariff against imports of polysilicon and its derivatives. The order, which becomes effective at 12:01 AM ET on December 4, also includes the establishment of minimum import prices. Annex I to the order contains the minimum …
CARMICHAEL COMPASS: ISSUE 26-030 – August 7, 2026
REMINDER: CBP Modifications on Post Summary Corrections Payments Begin August 5 Customs and Border Protection has released guidance via a CSMS message regarding the upcoming modifications to payment of additional duties for Post Summary Corrections (PSCs). As a reminder beginning August 5, filers will no longer be able to pay increases in duties, taxes, and fees resulting from a PSC …