Ignorance is No Defense! Learn What CBP Considers Prohibited/Restricted
United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP), one of the principal agencies under the leadership of DHS, has released an updated list detailing items prohibited from entry into the US. These goods fall under a variety of classifications, including “dangerous toys, cars that don’t protect their occupants in a crash, bush meat, or illegal substances like absinthe and Rohypnol”.
List 3 Exclusion Requests to Open June 30 via Online Portal
On May 9, 2019, the office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) published a Federal Register Notice announcing that an exclusion process will become available for goods on List 3. The Proposed Section 301 Modification is set to increase the current tariffs on goods listed in the Annex from a 10 percent ad valorem to a 25 percent ad valorem.
On Monday, June 24, 2019, USTR released a Notice detailing the exclusion process. As discussed in our previous blog, USTR confirmed that the process will open up via an online portal on June 30, 2019. Exclusions may be posted between noon on June 30 until September 30, 2019.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN- 2019 CBP TRADE SYMPOSIUM
This year’s symposium will include discussions on:
- Trade Transformation (Port of the future/ Emerging Technology)
- Northern Triangle (Immigration & crime from Central/South America)
- E-Commerce
- Intellectual Property Enforcement
- Trade Remedies
- Forced Labor
The Symposium will also offer One-on-One Center Discussions!
If you want a more detailed description of the event, CBP has provided a tentative agenda!
If you want to learn more about what you will learn, who you will meet and why you should attend – we have recaps of previous CBP Trade Symposiums HERE.
Let us know if we will see you there (email info@diaztradelaw.com). We would love to meet up with you and help ensure that you make valuable connections! See you at the CBP 2019 Trade Symposium.
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 7th 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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