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We already knew Jen was Super! Here’s proof

Diaz Trade Law is proud to announce that our very own expert customs and international attorney Jennifer Diaz has been recognized as a 2019 Super Lawyer. This is Diaz’s 7^th consecutive Super Lawyer honor. From 2012 to 2016 she continuously earned the “Rising Star” distinction and has yet to miss a “Super Lawyer” award since 2017.

According to its website, Super Lawyers distinguishes the outstanding service of lawyers from over 70 fields of practice, and awards recipients who embody an extraordinary level of peer recognition and respect, as well as personal success.

The selection process reviews over twelve areas of recognition, including nominations and evaluations from peers, as well as independent research conducted by a third-party. Although a multiplicity of lawyers may potentially qualify, Super Lawyers only awards the top 5% of total lawyers in a given state, effectively strengthening the already rigorous matriculation process.

This prestigious award not only signifies a patented level of respect amongst one’s peers but due to the independent research, serves to highlight the unparalleled dynamics of each awarded lawyer.

About Diaz Trade Law

Jennifer Diaz is an expert in assisting companies with successfully complying with the multitude of U.S. federal laws and regulations related to both import and export transactions as well as supply chain security. We are passionate about strategizing with clients to achieve successful results and optimize compliance with U.S. federal government agencies. We represent global clients of every size, from individuals and small businesses to Fortune 500 companies.

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By Jennifer Diaz|2019-06-19T21:09:48-04:00June 21, 2019|Customs Expert, Expert, Export, Import, International Law, International Trade, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)|0 Comments

Trump to Impose Tariffs on All Imported Goods From Mexico

As a result of the immigration crisis intensifying at the border of the United States and Mexico, President Trump announced a five (5) percent tariff to be levied on all goods from Mexico starting June 10^th. The tariffs are set to continue to increase by five percent each month up to twenty-five percent. The tariffs will permanently remain at the 25 percent level unless and until Mexico substantially stops the illegal inflow of aliens coming through its territory.

The effective date of the imposition of the additional tariffs are as follows:

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By Jennifer Diaz|2022-07-12T15:13:03-04:00June 4, 2019|AD/CVD, Customs Expert, Expert, Export, Free Trade Agreement, Import, International Law, International Trade, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)|0 Comments

Did You Know That Sunglasses Are Regulated by The FDA As Medical Devices?

Did You Know That Sunglasses Are Regulated by The FDA As Medical Devices?

Whether you import sunglasses into the United States or sell sunglasses in the U.S. commerce, you are required to comply with the laws and regulations of the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA regulates sunglasses products to ensure their safety and impact resistance. These products are regulated as medical devices as they are intended to mitigate or prevent the effect of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays on the eyes of a person. The term “Medical Device” is defined in 21 CFR 201(h).

The following are FDA regulations that apply sunglasses. Failure to comply with them may result in CBP and FDA detaining your sunglasses at the U.S. port of entry.

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By Jennifer Diaz|2022-07-07T13:31:00-04:00May 30, 2019|Customs Expert, Enforcement, Expert, FDA Issues, Import, International Trade, IPR, Trademarks and Logos, Labeling, Medical Devices|0 Comments

NEWS ALERT – USTR’s newly Announced List 3 Exclusion process and List 4 Comment and Hearing Process

USTR published a Federal Notice on May 21, laying out the exclusion process for list 3. USTR anticipates that the exclusion period will open up on or around June 30^th. USTR estimates that over 60,000 US Stakeholders will request an exclusion for a particular product. On May 13, USTR proposed a 4^th list, which slaps a 25% tariff on roughly 300 billion worth of goods. From food products to furniture, the proposed list would include “essentially all products not currently covered” under previously imposed lists including literally thousands of irrelevant goods.

If your product appears on any Section 301 tariff list there are three avenues to potentially get it removed. You may submit a comment, attend public hearings, or obtain an exclusion. Below is a big picture of the past and future opportunities get products off tariff lists:

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By Jennifer Diaz|2019-10-31T16:01:20-04:00May 29, 2019|China, China Trade War, Customs Expert, HTSUS, Intellectual Property Rights, International Business, International Law, International Trade, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)|4 Comments

Comment Today! USTR Publishes Preliminary List of EU Products To Be Covered By Additional Duties.

Until recently the Section 301 Tariffs have been associated with China deceptive practices. The USTR is now expanding Section 301 Tariffs to the European Union (EU). As a result of the World Trade Organization (WTO) repeatedly finding that EU subsidies to Airbus have caused adverse effects to the United States; the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has launched a process under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 to identify products of the EU to which additional duties may be applied. These additional duties will be in effect from the dated published until the EU removes those subsidies.

USTR estimates the harm from the EU subsidies as $11 billion in trade each year. The final amount is expected to be issued summer of 2019. “Our ultimate goal is to reach an agreement with the EU to end all WTO-inconsistent subsidies to large civil aircraft. When the EU ends these harmful subsidies, the additional U.S. duties imposed in response can be lifted.” USTR’s determination will reflect with the outcome of the WTO dispute settlement proceedings should the findings show that the EU and certain member States have denied U.S. rights under the WTO Agreement. […]

By Jennifer Diaz|2022-07-07T13:25:17-04:00April 10, 2019|China, China Trade War, Customs Expert, International Law, International Trade, Supply Chain, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)|2 Comments

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