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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 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” […]
📢 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 […]
