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CBP Outlines ACE IEEPA Refund Programming Progress
On March 12, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) provided an update to the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) […]
📢 Important CBP Update: Mandatory Electronic Refunds Are Coming
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is moving toward mandatory electronic refunds, and importers should take action now to avoid […]
Updated: SCOTUS Ruling on IEEPA Tariffs
Update- 2/24/2026: CBP Guidance: Temporary 10% Section 122 Duty On February 20, 2026, the President issued a Proclamation under Section […]
CBP Proposes Rule to Require Electronic Bond Filing
At J.O. Alvarez, Inc., part of our commitment to you is staying ahead of regulatory changes that may impact your […]
CBP Is Going 100% Electronic on Refunds — What Importers Need to Do by February 6, 2026
1/27/26 – UPDATES: CBP Resources: ACE Portal Access and ACH Refund Enrollment NEW! ACE Portal and ACH Refunds FAQs Reference Sheet: ACH […]
CBP Announces 2026 Periodic Monthly Statement Dates
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued an important notice to ACE filers participating in the Periodic Monthly Statement […]
Navigating an Ever-Changing Trade Climate: Why Expertise and Legacy Matter More Than Ever
When J.O. Alvarez, Inc. was founded in 1957 by J.O. Alvarez Sr., the world of customs brokerage looked very different. […]
đźš› Section 232 Tariffs Announced on Heavy-Duty Trucks, Truck Parts, and Buses
Updated on October 29, 2025: Link: CSMS # 66665333 – GUIDANCE: Import Duties on Medium- and Heavy-duty Trucks, Medium- and […]
Mexico’s New Customs Regulation Could Slow Cross-Border Trade
Published by J.O. Alvarez, Inc. Compliance & Southbound TeamSource: “FreightWaves – Borderlands: Mexico’s New Customs Regulation Could Slow Cross-Border Trade” […]
📢 CBP Issues Guidance on Section 232 Import Duties for Timber, Lumber, and Derivative Products
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued new guidance under CSMS #66492057 regarding Proclamation 10976, “Adjusting Imports of Timber, […]
Why Every Importer Should Have an ACE Account and Review Their Customs Statements
When importing goods into the United States, careful oversight is essential. One of the most important tools available to importers […]
📢 MPF Fee Adjustment Effective October 1, 2025
From the Compliance Team at J.O. Alvarez, Inc. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced updates to the Merchandise […]
