International Mail Entry Type 13 Mandatory Implementation Date Extended to Jan. 20, 2027 - USCBP
Release Date Wed, 10/14/2026
WASHINGTON — U.S. Customs and Border Protection announces the extension of the compliance date for new informal entry procedures for international mail from Oct. 22, 2026, to Jan. 20, 2027. The 90-day extension provides importers, brokers, and logistics providers additional time to update their processes while helping avoid disruptions to certain international postal shipments destined for the United States.
As previously announced in the June 24, Interim Final Rule, “Indefinite Suspension of the De Minimis Exemption for Mail Shipments and New Postal Informal Entry Process” and the Federal Register Notice, “Test of the New Electronic Entry Process for Mail,” all international postal shipments that are subject to Section 201, 232, or 301 duty or are the jurisdiction of a Partner Government Agency will be required to be filed electronically in the Automated Commercial Environment through the new Entry Type 13 process for purposes of informal entry (otherwise, formal entry is required).
To allow more time for filers to adjust to the new electronic requirements for informal entry, CBP extends the timeline for mandatory use of Entry Type 13 for these shipments to Jan. 20, 2027. There are no changes to international mail entry procedures before Jan. 20, 2027. Beginning on that date, CBP requires the use of the new Entry Type 13 process for the informal entry of international postal shipments subject to Section 201, 232 or 301 duties or the jurisdiction of a PGA.
“CBP is focused on securing our borders and using advance data to identify threats in international mail before they reach American communities,” said CBP Office of Trade Executive Assistant Commissioner Susan S. Thomas. “These requirements will close gaps that have been exploited by criminals to smuggle contraband sent through international mail.”
CBP has proposed requiring the new entry and data requirements for the informal entry of all international mail packages, except for letters and flats, in the Oct. 8 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking “Low-Value Shipments.” The agency is committed to bringing international mail entry procedures into parity with informal entry procedures across all other cargo modes while setting a global standard for modern customs controls in the international mail environment.
“These requirements will help create a more secure international mail stream, strengthening both our economic and national security,” said Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino of CBP’s Office of Field Operations. “Advance electronic data will help CBP identify and stop illegal and unsafe shipments before they enter the United States.”
While the mandatory implementation date is being extended, CBP encourages filers to begin using the optional Entry Type 13 process for the informal entry of international mail shipments during this transition period to ensure readiness in advance of the new mandatory deadline. CBP will continue providing guidance, resources, and direct support to help the trade community prepare for and comply with the new international mail entry requirements. Additional information is available on CBP’s e-Commerce page.
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FMC Proposes Actions to Address Unfavorable Shipping Conditions in Spain - Federal Maritime Commission
After investigating reports of restrictive port practices by the Government of Spain, the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has determined that Spain has created unfavorable shipping conditions against U.S.-flagged vessels. As a result, the FMC is proposing remedies to counteract those unfavorable conditions, including charging fees for all Spanish-flagged vessels and restricting the import of certain Spanish goods.
The FMC initiated an investigation in December 2024 to determine whether Spain is creating general or special conditions unfavorable to shipping in U.S. foreign trade by barring certain vessels from its ports, including vessels transporting cargo under the United States Maritime Administration’s (MARAD) Maritime Security Program. For more information about the initial investigation please see the Federal Register notice from December 6, 2024.
The FMC’s investigation found conclusive evidence that Spain denied U.S.-flagged vessels access to its ports, and that these actions created unfavorable shipping conditions in the foreign trade. These unfavorable conditions have grave consequences for the efficiency and reliability of the international ocean shipping supply chain, as well as the ability of the FMC to promote the growth and development of U.S. exports, encourage the development of a liner fleet of U.S. vessels capable of meeting national security needs and supporting commerce, and supporting the U.S. merchant marine.
In order to address these unfavorable conditions created by Spain, the FMC proposes two sets of remedies: (1) a per-voyage fee on all Spanish-flagged vessels of $200,000 and (2) restrictions on the import of certain Spanish goods into the United States. The trade categories possibly facing restrictions include perfumery and cosmetics, oils and fats, ceramics, articles of stone, and sugar and confectionaries.
The FMC is seeking public comment on all aspects of these proposed actions to help it decide the appropriate remedy to counter the unfavorable shipping conditions created by Spain. The FMC encourages the public to weigh in on the potential impacts of these proposed actions by filing written comments. For more information about the proposed actions please visit the Federal Register notice from October 14, 2026.
The FMC will offer Spain an opportunity for a hearing on this matter.
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Customs Bulletin Weekly Vol 60, October 7, 2026, No. 31 - USCBP
Customs Bulletin Vol 60, October 7, 2026, No. 31 PDF 293.85 KB 10/07/2026
• Quarterly IRS Interest Rates used in Calculating Interest on Overdue Accounts and Refunds of Custom Duties
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Federal Register Notices:
• Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Investigations, Orders, or Reviews: Welded Stainless Steel Pressure Pipe From the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Preliminary Results of and Intent To Rescind, in Part, Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2024-2025
• Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Investigations, Orders, or Reviews: Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged for Sale From the People's Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order and Countervailing Duty Order
• Certain Corrosion-Resistant Steel Products From Taiwan: Preliminary Results and Rescission, in Part, of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2024-2025
• Certain Steel Nails From Malaysia: Preliminary Results and Rescission, in Part, of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2024-2025
• Polyethylene Terephthalate Film, Sheet, and Strip From India: Preliminary Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review, and Rescission, in Part; 2024
• Xanthan Gum From the People's Republic of China: Preliminary Results and Rescission, in Part, of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2024-2025
• Certain Paper Shopping Bags From the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; and Recission of Administrative Review, in Part; 2024-2025
• Certain Hot-Rolled Steel Flat Products From Japan: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023-2024
• Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Investigations, Orders, or Reviews: Wood Mouldings and Millwork Products From the People's Republic of China: Notice of Court Decision Not in Harmony With the Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; Notice of Amended Final Results Pursuant to Court Decision
• Wood Mouldings and Millwork Products From the People's Republic of China: Notice of Court Decision Not in Harmony With the Results of Countervailing Duty Administrative Review; Notice of Amended Final Results Pursuant to Court Decision
• Certain Pasta From Italy: Preliminary Results and Rescission, in Part, of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2024-2025
• Forged Steel Fluid End Blocks from Italy: Notice of Court Decision Not in Harmony With the Results of Antidumping Administrative Review; Notice of Amended Final Results
• Certain Steel Nails From the Sultanate of Oman: Preliminary Results and Intent To Rescind, in Part, Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2024-2025
• Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Investigations, Orders, or Reviews: High Purity Dissolving Pulp From Brazil: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination
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Fourteen Economies Join the United States in Signing a Joint Ministerial Statement to Address Global Excess Capacity and Production in Key Manufacturing Sectors - USTR
WASHINGTON — On the margins of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Trade Committee, the Office of the United States Trade Representative convened a meeting of senior officials of 14 economies to begin work to address structural excess capacity and production in key manufacturing sectors. Building on the productive discussions at the G20 Trade Ministerial in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, these fourteen economies joined the United States in signing a Joint Ministerial Statement that expresses our collective resolve to work together in new, dedicated sectoral platforms to examine and take effective actions that address structural excess capacity and production in several key sectors of concern. The Joint Ministerial Statement also calls on all countries to take steps to end the use of non-market policies and practices that distort markets and perpetuate structural excess capacity and production. The signatories include the Trade Ministers of Argentina, Australia, Canada, the European Union, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Mexico, Poland, Türkiye, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
“Over the course of the U.S. G20 presidency, numerous economies raised instances of structural excess capacity and production in economies that persistently exceeded global demand and were sustained by foreign government’s non-market policies and practices,” said Ambassador Greer. “Left unchecked, these issues will continue to cripple domestic industries, displace local production, and hinder our ability to raise the standard of living for workers and their families. The Trump Administration will continue to engage with our trading partners to defend our domestic industries, workers, and economy from distortions resulting from these pervasive policies and practices.”
To read the Joint Ministerial Statement, click here.
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USITC Makes Determinations in Five-Year (Sunset) Reviews Concerning Mattresses from Cambodia, China, Malaysia, Serbia, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam - USITC
The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) today determined that revocation of the antidumping and countervailing duty orders on imports mattresses from Cambodia, China, Malaysia, Serbia, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time.
As a result of the USITC’s affirmative determinations, the existing antidumping duty orders on imports of this product from Cambodia, Malaysia, Serbia, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam and the existing countervailing duty order on imports of this product from China will remain in place.
Chairman Brett W. Doyle and Commissioners Jason E. Kearns, Peter-Anthony Pappas, Bart Thanhauser, and David Foley Jr. voted in the affirmative. Commissioner Samuel T. Negatu did not participate in today’s vote.
Today’s action comes under the five-year (sunset) review process required by the Uruguay Round Agreements Act. See the attached page for background on these five-year (sunset) reviews.
The USITC’s public report, Mattresses from Cambodia, China, Malaysia, Serbia, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam (Inv. Nos. 701-TA-645 and 731-TA-1495 and 1497-1501 (Review), USITC Publication 5803, October 2026), will contain the views of the USITC and information developed during the reviews.
The report will be available on the USITC website by November 19, 2026.
BACKGROUND
The Uruguay Round Agreements Act requires the Department of Commerce to revoke an antidumping or countervailing duty order, or terminate a suspension agreement, after five years unless the Department of Commerce and the USITC determine that revoking the order or terminating the suspension agreement would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of dumping or subsidies (Commerce) and of material injury (USITC) within a reasonably foreseeable time.
The USITC’s institution notice in five-year reviews requests that interested parties file responses with the USITC concerning the likely effects of revoking the order under review as well as other information. Generally, within 95 days from institution, the USITC will determine whether the responses it has received reflect an adequate or inadequate level of interest in a full review. If responses to the USITC’s notice of institution are adequate, or if other circumstances warrant a full review, the USITC conducts a full review, which includes a public hearing and issuance of questionnaires.
The USITC generally does not hold a hearing or conduct further investigative activities in expedited reviews. Commissioners base their injury determination in expedited reviews on the facts available, including the USITC’s prior injury and review determinations, responses received to its notice of institution, data collected by staff in connection with the reviews, and information provided by the Department of Commerce.
The five-year (sunset) reviews concerning Mattresses from Cambodia, China, Malaysia, Serbia, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam were instituted on April 1, 2026.
On July 6, 2026, the USITC determined to conduct expedited five-year reviews. For all countries, Commissioners David S. Johanson, Jason E. Kearns, and Amy A. Karpel concluded that the domestic interested party group responses were adequate and the respondent interested party group responses were inadequate, and voted for expedited reviews.
Chairman Brett W. Doyle and Commissioners Peter-Anthony Pappas, Bart Thanhauser, David Foley Jr., and Samuel T. Negatu did not participate in the adequacy votes, as they were not members of the USITC at the time.
A record of the USITC’s vote to conduct expedited reviews is available on the investigations page for Mattresses from Cambodia, China, Malaysia, Serbia, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam; Inv. No. 701-TA-645 and 731-TA-1495 and 1497-1501 (Review).
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CISA, FBI, NSA and International Partners Warn of China-based Cybersecurity Company Enabling Threat Actors to Target Multiple Critical Infrastructure Sectors Worldwide - CISA
Advisory Provides Actionable Steps to Detect, Respond to, Reduce the Threat of Compromise to Malicious Activity
WASHINGTON – Today the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), National Security Agency (NSA), and international partners issued a joint Cybersecurity Advisory warning that Integrity Technology Group (Integrity Tech), a China-based cybersecurity company, is enabling threat actors to target multiple critical infrastructure sectors worldwide using a range of sophisticated tools, such as large-scale botnets, virtual private network infrastructure and living off the land. Based on real-world investigations and observed activity in North America, Southeast Asia and Africa, this advisory provides recommended mitigations and information to help network defenders detect and respond to this malicious activity.
With ties to the Chinese government, Integrity Tech is a key enabler of malicious cyber activity by acquiring or developing cyber tools, hosting infrastructure, and compromising networks globally. These Integrity Tech-enabled threat actors are using tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) consistent with the activity publically known as Flax Typhoon, Ethereal Panda, and Red Juliett. To maintain long-term, stealthy access to networks, these actors are targeting edge devices that are not closely monitored by the targeted organization. The advisory includes a range of actionable steps for network defenders to secure edge infrastructure and protect their networks which includes patching the listed known exploited common vulnerabilities and exposures (CVEs).
“Chinese government-affiliated actors continue to position themselves within critical infrastructure networks, including operational technology (OT) systems, with the aim of disrupting critical functions at a future time of their choosing,” said Acting Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity Chris Butera. “CISA urges organizations to review this advisory to be aware of the wide range of tactics used by these actors and implement recommended actions and mitigations. The advisory underscores the critical role of collaboration between government agencies and the private sector.”
"Under the FBI Cyber Strategy, we pursue both the actors who threaten critical infrastructure and the enterprises that support them," said Assistant Director Brett Leatherman of the FBI's Cyber Division. "Integrity Technology Group, a China-based company with ties to the Chinese government, is one of those enterprises, acquiring or developing cyber tools and hosting infrastructure for actors targeting networks worldwide. We urge every organization to apply this advisory's mitigations and report suspicious activity to their local FBI field office."
The advisory highlights that Chinese government-linked cyber actors targeted critical infrastructure across sectors to include government, critical manufacturing, healthcare. They also targeted victims in US law enforcement, and education organizations.
CISA, FBI and partners strongly urge all organizations, especially those in critical infrastructure to review the advisory, hunt for signs of compromise, and implement the recommended mitigations.
For more information, please visit China Threat Overview and Advisories.