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Morrison & Foerster LLP

DOJ Deploys Specialized Criminal Unit to Target Tariff Evaders

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has deployed its Market Integrity and Major Frauds Unit to target tariff evasion, a clear sign of the escalation of trade enforcement. The Criminal Division’s specialized unit,...more

Husch Blackwell LLP

Week Twenty-Five in Trade

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On July 16, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce launched new Section 232 investigations on imports of Chinese drones and polysilicon. Drones and polysilicon are both currently subject to additional tariffs of 55% and 80%,...more

Holland & Knight LLP

Importers Beware: Signals Point to Significant Enforcement Risks for Tariff Evasion

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As importers await outcomes from the Trump Administration's trade negotiations, a series of newly imposed tariffs continues to impact a broad spectrum of imported products and related supply chains. Businesses are currently...more

Hogan Lovells

The EU Customs reform: A new path for enforcing the Union’s product regulations and key challenges for E-Commerce

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When initially proposing the reform of the Union Customs Code (UCC), the EU Commission had planned for an extensive implementation period, suggesting that the use of the EU Customs Data Hub as one of the key pillars of the...more

Baker Donelson

New Section 232 Investigations Target Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Polysilicon: What Impacted Businesses Need to Know

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The Department of Commerce (Commerce) has launched two additional Section 232 investigations covering unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), their parts and components, and of polysilicon and its derivatives. President Trump is...more

The Volkov Law Group

Landmark Ninth Circuit Ruling Expands Application of False Claims Act to Trade Enforcement (Part II of II)

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DOJ’s ability to bring False Claims Act actions against companies for customs fraud was affirmed in a significant Ninth Circuit decision, United States ex rel. Island Industries Inc. v. Sigma Corp., No. 22‑55063, __ F.4th __...more

The Volkov Law Group

The False Claims Act and Trade Enforcement (Part I of II)

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The Trump Administration intends to leave a strong enforcement mark on fraud and trade enforcement. DOJ is linking together trade enforcement and False Claims Act cases in an unprecedented manner that will open up new...more

Vinson & Elkins LLP

What Importers Should Know if US Tariffs Are Overturned

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Since President Donald Trump took office for his second term, the tariff landscape has changed dramatically. Trump is the first US president to exercise his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act...more

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Customs De Minimis Ending in 2027 – Big Beautiful Bill Impact Analysis for Supply Chains

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Global supply chains have grown reliant on the de minimis exemption for duty-free entry of low-value goods in recent years, particularly in retail and e-commerce. The newly passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (the “Bill”) will...more

Foley & Lardner LLP

Ninth Circuit Slams Importer in a False Claims Act Case Involving the Knowing Avoidance of Antidumping Duties

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A recent Ninth Circuit decision underscores why importers should be worried that they will be hit with a large government bill under the False Claims Act (FCA) to pay for newly raised duties imposed on imported products. The...more

Braumiller Law Group, PLLC

Hot Topics in International Trade - Let's Be Serious-Supply Chain Audits

When was the last time you conducted an audit of your supply chain classifications? Did you know, that if Customs comes knocking, for a specific reason, they can go back up to five years in your data....more

Braumiller Law Group, PLLC

[Webinar] Avoiding the Special Tariffs by Use of Chapter 98 Well….Maybe​ - June 19th, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm CST

Join Braumiller Law Group Senior Counsel Bruce Leeds for the next presentation in a monthly series regarding Hot Topics in International Trade Compliance... Some topics Covered - Effect of Chapter 98 provisions on...more

DLA Piper

Customs Agent Ordered to Pay GBP1m in Import VAT Relating to its Customer's Imports

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Roseline Logistics Ltd (Roseline) acted as a Customs agent for QP Trading Limited (QPTL) and made 32 import declarations between January and May 2022. Roseline claimed postponed VAT accounting (PVA) on QPTL's behalf in each...more

Foley & Lardner LLP

Customs Fraud Makes the Big Leagues: DOJ’s New White-Collar Priorities Confirm Heightened Risk

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Last month, the Department of Justice put trade, customs, and tariff fraud squarely in the spotlight. This isn’t just another line item on the compliance checklist, it’s a loud-and-clear signal that import-related enforcement...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Customs Fraud Investigations Will Be a DOJ Area of Focus

On May 12, 2025, Department of Justice (DOJ) Criminal Chief Matthew Galeotti issued a memorandum addressing the “Fight Against White-Collar Crime.” The memorandum lists several priorities for white-collar criminal...more

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Are there ways to reduce the customs value of goods and thereby reduce tariffs?

In this article, the third in our blog series on U.S. tariffs (check out the other two pieces on origination and classification), we continue to spotlight high-risk tariff practices and potential enforcement consequences. ...more

Jones Day

Navigating Tariffs and Income Taxes and Transfer Pricing

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In this new trade landscape, it is more important than ever to coordinate customs and operational planning with income taxes and transfer pricing....more

Gray Reed

Understanding Incoterms and Tariffs: A Guide for International Trade

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International trade is a complex web of regulations, agreements and logistics. For those whose businesses rely upon international trade two things are certain, (1) tariffs will impact your supply chain and operational costs...more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

[Webinar] Trump, Trade, and Tariffs - May 14th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT

Join Kelley Drye partners Paul Rosenthal and Jennifer McCadney for a timely webinar on the Trump administration’s sweeping new and proposed tariff programs. This session will provide insights into overlapping trade actions,...more

Torres Trade Law, PLLC

Trump Tariff Survival Guide

With U.S. trade policy constantly evolving and Customs enforcement increasing, importers face more pressure than ever to ensure customs compliance from the beginning. One misstep – whether it is a misclassified product, an...more

Husch Blackwell LLP

Customs Provides Clarification On Automobile and Automobile Parts Tariffs By Issuing CSMS

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On May 1st U.S. Customs and Border Protection issued additional guidance on import duties on certain automobiles through Cargo Systems Messaging Service # 64916652 (the “CSMS”). The CSMS provided the following information:...more

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Customs Clarifies That “In Transit” Exemption Only Applies to Ocean Vessels

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On April 30th, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“Customs”) clarified in its International Emergency Economic Powers Act Frequently Asked Questions that the “in transit” exemption from reciprocal tariffs provided for in the...more

Moore & Van Allen PLLC

MVA Supply Chain Brief: Navigating Rising U.S. Tariffs

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Tariffs on imports into the U.S. are on the rise, focusing on many of the U.S.’s largest trading partners like Mexico, Canada and China, as well as major products such as aluminum and steel. Buyers and sellers who are...more

Womble Bond Dickinson

Bridging the Gap: Applying Anti-Money Laundering Techniques and AI to Combat Tariff Evasion

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In today's global economy, characterized by complex supply chains and escalating trade tensions, tariff evasion has emerged as a significant threat to economic stability, fair competition, and government revenue. Traditional...more

DLA Piper

New Tariffs of the US, the EU and Other Countries – Implications for Transport and Logistics

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The global trade landscape is shifting, with tariffs largely being used as strategic instruments in economic and geopolitical competition. In early April 2025, the United States introduced a sweeping new tariff regime,...more

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