CBP Extends In-Transit Tariff Exception Deadline to June 16th

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has released a new CSMS # 65201773 related to reciprocal tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). CBP’s prior guidance was that it would not be realistic for goods to be loaded onto a vessel at the port of loading and in-transit on the final mode of transport to the U.S. prior to April 5, 9, or 10, 2025, depending on the product, and qualify for the in-transit exceptions, if entry for such goods was not made prior to May 28, 2025. Upon further consideration CBP’s updated guidance is that it is generally not realistic for shipments to qualify for the in-transit exceptions if entry is not made prior to June 16, 2025.

CBP will continue to provide additional guidance as needed. In the meantime, if you have questions or need help determining how this affects your shipments, please reach out to your Mallory Alexander representative.

USTR Extends Tariff Exclusions on Select Chinese Imports Through August 31st

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced it will extend tariff exclusions for certain Chinese products related to the ongoing Section 301 investigation. A federal register notice was published outlining the section 301 exclusions that were set to expire 5/31/25 have been extended through 8/31/25.

CBP has not issued entry guidance and implementation yet. Our team will continue to monitor and provide additional guidance as needed.