26-0713: Monday's "Export/Import Daily Bugle"

1. CBP's COAC Meeting Postponed Until September 23, 2026

(Source: 91 FR 42972, 13 Jul 2026)

2. Future Federal Register (one item)

(Source: Future Federal Register)

3. CBP Cargo Systems Messages

(Source: DHS/CBP/CSMS, 13 Jul 2026)

4. CBP Events in July

(Source: OTR Webinars)

5. Commerce/BIS (Nothing new.)

(Source: Commerce/BIS)

6. State/DDTC (Nothing new.)

(Source: State/DDTC)

7. Treasury/OFAC Updates SDN and Blocked Persons List; Issues Iran-related General License and Cuba FAQ

(Source: Treasury/OFAC, 10 Jul 2026)

The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Iran General License Y, "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Smart Global Limited." OFAC updated the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List. See this page to access the latest SDN list. See this link for more information on today's update.
     OFAC has issued a new Cuba-related Frequently Asked Question, FAQ 1262. See this link for more information on this update.

8. White House Proclamation On the Effects of Imports of Commercial Aircraft, Jet Engines, and Associated Parts

(Source: The White House, 9 Jul 2026) [Excerpts]

(1) Within the past 90 days, the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary) transmitted to me a report on his investigation into the effects of imports of commercial aircraft, jet engines, and their associated parts on the national security of the United States under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended, 19 U.S.C. 1862 (section 232). . . .
     (10) After considering the Secretary's report, the factors in section 232(d) (19 U.S.C. 1862(d)), and other relevant factors and information, I concur with the Secretary's finding that commercial aircraft, jet engines, and their associated parts are being imported into the United States in such quantities and under such circumstances as to threaten to impair the national security of the United States. In my judgment, and in light of the Secretary's report, the factors in section 232(d) (19 U.S.C. 1862(d)), and other relevant factors and information, I determine that it is necessary and appropriate to enter into negotiations with trading partners to adjust the imports of commercial aircraft, jet engines, and their associated parts so that such imports will not threaten to impair the national security of the United States. . . . [Full proclamation]

9. AP: "US Citizen Found Guilty of Helping Export Tech to Iran"

(Source: Associated Press, 13 Jul 2026) [Excerpts]

BOSTON (AP) — A Massachusetts man was found guilty Monday of conspiring to unlawfully export electronic components to Iran in violation of U.S. sanctions. Mahdi Mohammad Sadeghi, who worked at the global electronics company Analog Devices, was accused of helping an Iranian business associate get around American export control laws.
     U.S. prosecutors say the business associate's Tehran-based company makes navigation systems for the military drone program of Iran's Revolutionary Guard. Authorities say the scheme included the creation of a front company in Switzerland. . . .
     Sadeghi, a 43-year-old naturalized U.S. citizen, chose not to testify. A father of two, he lost his job at Analog Devices due to the charges. Although he was arrested in December 2024, long before the current war with Iran, his trial has unfolded during the conflict.
     [Full article]

10. Breaking Defense: Air Force Pushing Contractors to Purge Anthropic by 1 Sept 2026

(Source: Breaking Defense News, 10 Jul 2026)

The Air Force Research Laboratory is pushing its contractors to purge all Anthropic products from their systems by Sept. 1, almost a month ahead of a Defense Department-wide deadline, according to memos obtained by Breaking Defense.
     The AFRL memo, sent to industry July 9, says it is issued to "formally notify" contractors of the Department-wide requirement for "the removal of all products and services provided by Anthropic." AFRL asks its contractors to find all use of Anthropic anywhere in their systems report back by Aug. 1, then remove them completely by Sept. 1.
     That target date is almost a month ahead of a Sept. 29 Department of Defense-wide deadline, but the memo says such a buffer is necessary "to allow for administrative processing time and to ensure the DoW [Department of War] deadline is met" and "to ensure a smooth transition and facilitate any necessary modifications to your contract."
     Neither the Pentagon-wide Sept. 29 deadline, nor the AFRL-specific date, has been previously reported. . . . [Full advisory]

11. Expeditors News: "EU Commission Issues New Tariff Measures"

(Source: Expeditors News, 10 Jul 2026) [Excerpts]

On 30 June 2026, the European Commission published Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 and Regulation (EU) 2026/1461, which remove the remaining European Union (EU) customs duties on United States (US) industrial goods, introduce preferential access for certain US seafood and non-sensitive agricultural products thought tariff-rate quotas and reduced tariffs, and extend the suspension of duties on imports of lobster.
     To benefit from the adjusted customs duties under Regulation (EU) 2026/1455, EU importers must comply with the requirements established in article 59a of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/2447 (the Union Customs Code Implementing Act):

According to a Question and Answer (Q&A) document on Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/2447, EU importers are "advised to ask the US exporters for the respective evidence". If evidence is not available, the adjusted customs duties cannot be claimed by importers. The regulations entered into force on 30 June 2026.
     Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 is HERE. Regulation (EU) 2026/1461 is HERE. The Q&A Document on Regulation (EU) 2015/2477 is HERE.

12. ST&R Trade Report: "Import and Export Controls to be Imposed on Psychoactive Substances"

(Source: Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg Trade Report, 13 Jul 2026) [Excerpts]. Contact: [email protected], 1-305-894-1035

The Drug Enforcement Administration has announced its intent to publish temporary orders to place the following psychoactive alkaloids, including their isomers, esters, ethers, salts, and salts of isomers, esters, and ethers, in Schedule 1 of the Controlled Substances Act: . . .
     When they are issued these orders will impose the regulatory controls and administrative, civil, and criminal sanctions applicable to schedule I controlled substances on persons who handle (import, export, manufacture, distribute, reverse distribute, engage in research or conduct instructional activities or chemical analysis with, or possess) or propose to handle these substances. [Full advisory]

13. Braumiller: "Section 232 Investigation of Commercial Aircraft, Jet Engines and Parts"

(Source: Braumiller Advisories, 13 Jul 2026) [Excerpts]

* Author: Bruce Leeds, Braumiller Consulting Group LLC

In a recent Federal Register notice the Bureau of Industry & Security (BIS) of the Department of Commerce announced that "On May 1, 2025, the Secretary of Commerce initiated an investigation to determine the effects on the national security of imports of commercial aircraft and jet engines, and parts for commercial aircraft and jet engines. This investigation has been initiated under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended (Section 232)." . . .
     What is Sec. 232? Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 (19 U.S.C. §1862) authorizes the President of the United States to take action to adjust imports if they are deemed to threaten national security. This typically involves investigations by the Department of Commerce to determine if imports are in such quantities or under such circumstances as to threaten national security. If the Commerce Secretary finds that a threat exists, the President can then impose tariffs, quotas, or other import restrictions.
     This means that imported aircraft components and engines could be subject to additional duties or other restrictions, such as quotas. Is this a good thing? . . . [Full advisory]

14. CCI: "Bosch Case Provides First Glimpse of NatSec Application of Department-Wide CEP"

(Source: Corporate Compliance Insights, 13 Jul 2026) [Excerpts]

* Principal Author: Roberto Gonzalez, Corporate Compliance Insights

In June, the DOJ's National Security Division (NSD) announced it had declined to prosecute German-headquartered Bosch in connection with alleged violations of US export controls.
     Notably, this was the first declination by the division under the DOJ's March 2026 corporate enforcement and voluntary self-disclosure policy (CEP) and provides a first look at how the division will apply the CEP in the enforcement of national security laws, including export controls.
     The assistant attorney general for national security stated that the declination "reflects the clear benefits for companies that promptly disclose potential violations and fully assist in our investigations."
     In parallel with the DOJ's declination, the Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) entered into a settlement with Bosch for the same alleged conduct, which included a $36 million civil penalty. The assistant secretary of commerce for export enforcement noted that this "action should serve as a warning to embrace compliance and as an example of the benefits of voluntary self-disclosure." . . . [Full advisory]

15. Diaz: "Understanding HTSUS Classification: Why Getting It Wrong Is Expensive"

(Source: Customs & International Trade Law Blog, 13 Jul 2026) [Excerpts]

* Author: Jennifer Diaz, Esq., Diaz Trade Law LLP

Summary: HTSUS classification determines the duty rate, applicability of tariffs such as Section 301 and Section 232, trade program eligibility, and helps determine whether any AD/CVD duties apply to every imported product.
     Misclassification often goes undetected for months or years, and since importers tend to reuse the same code for every entry of the same product, a single error can compound into significant back duties, penalties, and prior disclosure obligations.
     This article breaks down how classification errors happen, what reasonable care looks like, and how a documented classification process can prevent a small mistake from becoming a costly one.
     [Full advisory]

16. ST&R Trade Report: "Textile Groups Urge Regional Sourcing Credit to Offset Forced Labor Tariffs"

(Source: Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg Trade Report, 13 Jul 2026) [Excerpts]. Contact: [email protected], 1-305-894-1035

A rare coalition of organizations that "normally take strongly divergent policy positions on trade" is urging the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative to use its proposed import tariffs related to forced labor not just as a stick but as a carrot as well.
     The USTR proposal would impose Section 301 tariffs of 12.5 percent on imports from 44 countries that have failed to impose and effectively enforce a prohibition on imports of goods produced with forced labor and 10 percent on imports from 16 countries that have failed to effectively enforce such a prohibition.
     USTR also proposed a mechanism that would reduce these tariffs on a certain volume of textile and apparel imports from certain countries based on the volume of U.S. textile exports to those countries.
     In joint comments filed with USTR in response to its proposal, the National Council of Textile Organizations, the American Apparel and Footwear Association, the U.S. Fashion Industry Association, and the U.S. Industrial and Narrow Fabrics Institute recommended a mechanism that builds on USTR's approach and is designed to pull sourcing back toward the U.S. and the Western Hemisphere.
     The proposal would let brands and retailers earn credits when they buy U.S. textiles and qualified apparel goods from USMCA or CAFTA-DR partners. . . .

17. Volkov: "The Corruption Reckoning: How Government Corruption Destroys Economies, Democracies, and Societies"

(Source: Volkov Law, 12 Jul 2026) [Excerpts]

* Principal Author: Michael Volkov, Volkov Law Group LLC

Government corruption is often viewed as a political problem, but its consequences extend far beyond government institutions. Corruption distorts economies, undermines democratic legitimacy, destroys public trust, and weakens the social fabric upon which civil society depends.
     In this episode, Michael Volkov explores the full impact of corruption across economic, political, and social dimensions and explains why anti-corruption compliance efforts represent far more than regulatory risk management. They are essential tools in defending the institutions and values that support free markets, democracy, and the rule of law. [Listen to podcast HERE.]

18. Partnering for Compliance™ Presents: "Firearms: Exporting & Importing" 16 Sep 2026

(Source: A.E. NicPhaidin)

19. List of Export/Import Job Openings

(Source: Editor)

20. Bartlett's Unfamiliar Quotations

(Source: Brainy Quotes)

* Julius Cesar (Gaius Julius Caesar; 13 Jul 100 BC – 15 Mar 44 BC; was a Roman general, statesman, and author who was the dictator of the Roman Republic almost continuously from 49 BC until his assassination in 44 BC.)

* David Storey (David Malcolm Storey; 13 Jul 1933 – 27 Mar 2017; was an English playwright, screenwriter, award-winning novelist and a professional rugby league footballer. He won the Booker Prize in 1976 for his novel Saville. He also won the MacMillan Fiction Award for This Sporting Life in 1960.)

* Paul Prudhomme (13 Jul 1940 – 8 Oct 2015, was an American celebrity chef whose specialties were Creole and Cajun cuisines, which he was also credited with popularizing. He was the chef proprietor of K-Paul's Louisiana Kitchen in New Orleans, and had formerly owned and run several other restaurants. He developed several culinary products, including hot sauce and seasoning mixes, and wrote 11 cookbooks.)

21. Today in History (Source: History Channel)

1930: First World Cup tournament begins. On July 13, 1930, France defeated Mexico 4-1 and the United States defeated Belgium 3-0 in the first-ever World Cup football matches, played simultaneously in host city Montevideo, Uruguay. The World Cup has since become the world's most watched sporting event.

1949: The Pope excommunicates all communist Catholics. On July 13, 1949, the Vatican released its "Decree Against Communism" issued by Pope Pius XII on July 1, to the public. The pope's decree described communism as the "irreconcilable enemy" of the Catholic church and all of Christianity. It also forbade Catholics from supporting communist parties and communist propaganda.

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24. Are Your Copies of Export/Import Regulations Current?

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The official versions of the following regulations are published annually in the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) but are updated as amended in the Federal Register. The latest amendments are listed below.