Customs and Compliance News
Homeland Security Launches Global Trade Task Force
On March 11, 2019, Homeland Security officials announced the formation of a multiagency task force based in Detroit.  

The Global Trade Task Force (GTTF) is made up of investigative, interdiction, regulatory and licensing capabilities from HSI, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security and the FDA’s Office of Criminal Investigations.

Section 301 Duty Increase Delayed Until Further Notice
On February 24, 2019, the United States Government advised that the Section 301 tariff increase on goods from China, due to go into effect March 2nd, 2019, would be delayed. 

ISF - 5 Delayed Enforcement Period Ended
The delayed enforcement period for ISF-5 violations of the new rule has now ended. On March 15, 2019, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (U.S. CBP) began issuing liquidated damages claims for violations.

FDA Announces New Strategy to Advance Safety of Imported Foods
On February 25, 2019, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) unveiled its new strategy to ensure the safety of imported foods.

The FDA advises that the U.S. imports about 15 percent of its overall food supply from more than 200 countries or territories representing about 125,000 international food facilities and farms.