CBP Releases Guidance Encouraging Importers to Use Isotopic Testing for Supply Chain Traceability
By Ana Hinojosa, Oritain Advisor and Former CBP Executive Director Regulations like the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) are not just passing trends – they are here to stay. With the focus on supply chain compliance getting tougher, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and other governments are asking importers to take increased and additional […]
Top Stories: Trade War Averted

January 29, 2025—Top Stories White House Update Colombia agreed to accept deported migrants on U.S. military planes on Sunday. This deal ended President Trump’s tariff threats and means deportation flights will continue without tariffs on Colombian imports. Legislative Update Confirmation hearings continue this week, with Kristi Noem sworn in as Homeland Security Secretary and Scott […]
Top Stories: America First Trade Policy

January 22, 2025—Top Stories White House Update On Day 1 in the White House, President Donald Trump directed the Departments of Treasury, Commerce, and Homeland Security to review existing trade agreements and address trade deficits and currency manipulation by April 1, 2025. While the President did not impose tariffs, he did instruct the U.S. Trade […]
BIS Connected Vehicle Rulemaking
AAEI Comments on Proposed Connected Vehicle Rule October 29, 2024 – The American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) submitted comments in response to the Bureau of Industry and Security’s (BIS) notice of proposed rulemaking regarding connected vehicles. The proposed regulations aim to address potential national security concerns associated with information and communication technology services […]
Top Stories: Treasury Customs Functions

AAEI Members Hear Why Treasury May Shift Functions to DHS September 25, 2024 – Members of AAEI’s Customs Committee heard from the Treasury Department today about a possible plan to delegate its Customs revenue authorities to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Some Customs revenue authorities were already delegated under Treasury Order 100-016. Treasury Department […]
Top Stories: De Minimis

White House Takes Action on De Minimis Exemption September 18, 2024 – The Biden Administration announced last week that it intends to propose new regulations to reduce de minimis imports. The regulations include excluding shipments of products covered by Section 301, Section 201, or Section 232 tariffs from the de minimis exemption. The proposed regulations […]
Member of the Week: Vincent Iacopella

August 14, 2024 – AAEI recognizes members who lead the Association on key issues, initiatives, and projects. This week, AAEI spotlights Vincent Iacopella of Alba Wheels Up International LLC. Vince is a chair of AAEI’s Transpacific Committee, which focuses on logistical issues impacting Transpacific trade. At AAEI, Vince and the committee are working on a Supply […]
Member of the Week: Maureen Cori

August 7, 2024 – AAEI recognizes members who lead the Association on key issues, initiatives, and projects. This week, AAEI spotlights Maureen Cori, of Hurricane Modular Commerce. Members like Maureen, who demonstrate strong dedication and expertise, significantly contribute to AAEI and the trade industry. Maureen has more than 30 years of experience in international trade, […]
Top Stories: Beijing Condemns UFLPA

Beijing: UFLPA Is a Human Rights Violation May 29, 2024 – China’s Foreign Ministry criticized the U.S.’s Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) at a press conference in Beijing last week in response to the Senate Finance Committee’s release of an investigation accusing major automakers including BMW of poor UFLPA compliance. Wang Wenbin, spokesperson for […]
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