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CIT Voids 10% Section 122 Surcharge for Three Importers, All Others Still Pay
On May 7, 2026, the U.S. Court of International Trade ruled the 10% Section 122 surcharge unlawful, but only for three named importer plaintiffs. The duty remains in effect for everyone else through the July 24, 2026 sunset.
RGFIII
May 11
25% Section 232 Tariff on Advanced Semiconductors: What Importers Need to Know
If your company imports advanced computing chips for artificial intelligence workloads, a 25% tariff has been in effect since January 15, 2026. With a Phase 2 rate decision due April 14, importers who source from Taiwan, South Korea, or Japan should review their exposure immediately. Certain uses are exempt. Find out whether your imports qualify.
RGFIII
Mar 31


CAPE PHASE 1: CBP'S IEEPA TARIFF REFUND SYSTEM IS GOING LIVE
CBP's CAPE Phase 1 refund system goes live in late April 2026. RGF is reviewing your entries now. Learn what qualifies, what doesn't, and what you need to have ready.
RGFIII
Mar 31


Section 232 Auto Parts Inclusions Window: April 1-14, 2026
A two-week window opening April 1 could expand your tariff exposure on automobile parts. The Department of Commerce is accepting requests to add new parts to the 25% Section 232 tariff scope. If parts you currently import outside that scope get added, your costs go up.
RGFIII
Mar 30


Section 122 Tariff Update: Two Lawsuits, a Rate Announcement, and a July Deadline
The 10% Section 122 import surcharge is facing two lawsuits at the U.S. Court of International Trade, with oral arguments on April 10, 2026. The rate remains 10% despite an announced intent to raise it to 15%. Here is what importers need to watch before July 24.
RGFIII
Mar 30


NEW SECTION 301 INVESTIGATIONS: WHAT IMPORTERS NEED TO KNOW NOW
USTR has initiated two formal Section 301 investigations targeting manufacturing overcapacity (16 economies) and forced labor enforcement (60 economies). The public comment deadline is April 15, 2026.
RGFIII
Mar 30
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