Import and Trade Remedies

OCTOBER 3, 2023

From May to August 2023, the Government passed into law novel supply chain transparency legislation and introduced amendments and legislative proposals that are impacting, or will impact, compliance with Canadian customs, export controls, and economic sanctions legislation.

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Import and Trade Remedies

OCTOBER 10, 2024

This blog concerns an update of our previous blog on the extension of the definition of “consigned from”, to be found here. For example, EU AD/AS duties on Indonesian stainless steel apply on stainless steel with non-preferential origin Indonesia, regardless of the country of export.

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Import and Trade Remedies

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

That basically requires showing that the exporter in country B is not running a screwdriver/assembly operation using inputs from country A. The post <strong>(Unintended) origin fraud and duty evasion: Beware of anti-circumvention investigations</strong> appeared first on Import and Trade Remedies Blog.

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MARCH 29, 2024

Scope The text of the provisional agreement targets forced labour carried out across the globe by prohibiting companies or individuals from placing or making available on the EU market, or exporting from the EU market, products (including their components) that are made using forced labour.

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Import and Trade Remedies

MARCH 15, 2024

On Tuesday 5 March 2024, the European Council and European Parliament reached a provisional agreement on the EU Forced Labour Regulation (“ Regulation “), which will prohibit the placing and making available on the EU market, or the export from the EU market, of products made, extracted or harvested using forced labour.

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Import and Trade Remedies

JULY 5, 2024

In particular, the Government seeks comments on whether restrictions on the Canadian EV supply chain are required to safeguard net-benefits to Canadians and Canadian national security. In 2022, Canada notably relied on the ICA to order three Chinese companies to divest from Canadian lithium mining companies.

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American City & Country

AUGUST 28, 2024

According to the MarketLinks blog, Sustainable Public Procurement and the Business Environment , “taxpayers around the world are increasingly holding governments accountable to spend public funds for their social and economic benefit in a sustainable manner. Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) No. Specifically, SDG 12.7

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Import and Trade Remedies

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

submissions of PDFs) flagged by the pilot; improved legal and governance arrangements between parties around data access, anonymisation, data interpretation, and data ownership and liabilities; and developing the processes for government to accept supply chain data through the UK Single Trade Window.

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Import and Trade Remedies

JULY 1, 2024

For example, EU AD/AS duties on Indonesian stainless steel apply on stainless steel with non-preferential origin Indonesia, regardless of the country of export. As context, to see whether AD/AS duties apply, you need to look at the non-preferential origin of imported products.

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Import and Trade Remedies

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Businesses, either operators or traders, that make available relevant products on the EU market (or export them) will be required to ensure that products are ‘deforestation-free’ Operators are defined as entities who place relevant products on the EU market (including through use in the course of a commercial activity) or export them.

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Import and Trade Remedies

MAY 21, 2024

gigawatts “to ensure domestic module manufacturing continues to grow while manufacturers scale production throughout the supply chain.” Commerce has also requested that certain exporters and producers submit information with respect to the quantity and value of their recent exports to the United States.

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Import and Trade Remedies

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This is mainly because otherwise commercially sensitive information will be reported through use of the template throughout the supply chain, even though CBAM does not legally obliges installation operators to do so.

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AWS Public Sector

AUGUST 19, 2024

This will empower local African companies to expand their customer base and enable access to wider export markets globally. The proposed idea is to digitally integrate smallholder farmers into Choppies’ supply chain, to overhaul procurement operations to allow fresh produce to swiftly reach store shelves.

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Import and Trade Remedies

APRIL 25, 2024

The post United States: Any Port in a Storm: USTR to Investigate Chinese Shipbuilding Subsidies appeared first on Import and Trade Remedies Blog.

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Import and Trade Remedies

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Forced Labour Supply Chains Act The next reporting period under Canada’s supply chain transparency legislation, the Supply Chains Act (SCA), opens on January 1, 2025. A week later, the G7 issued joint guidance on preventing Russian export control and sanctions evasion, which we write about here.

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GovCon & Trade

OCTOBER 5, 2023

On a day-to-day basis, restrictions arise most commonly in the context of export controls and economic sanctions. Ultimately, CFIUS exists to identify and address national security risks that cannot be ameliorated through another legal regime such as export controls or Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence (FOCI) mitigation.

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

MARCH 24, 2025

Aimed primarily at imports from key trading partners, these tariffs are set to significantly affect a wide array of goods, directly highlighting the impact of US tariffs on UK supply chains. As of 2023, the US was the UKs largest single export market, accounting for approximately 21.7% of total UK exports, valued at 186.7

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Import and Trade Remedies

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

We are thrilled to announce the return of Baker McKenzie’s Asia Pacific Trade Conference , the premier flagship event for our Trade Practice Group in Asia Pacific where trade experts from 10 APAC jurisdictions will discuss the evolving geopolitical and trade regulatory landscape effecting supply chains in APAC.

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Import and Trade Remedies

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The year ended with ambitious statements by the governing Liberal Party on proposed legislation to eradicate forced and child labour in Canadian supply chains. This will allow reporting entities to align and streamline public statements regarding supply chain compliance efforts across jurisdictions.

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Import and Trade Remedies

DECEMBER 20, 2024

In particular, the following benefits now apply: Tariffs : Over 99% of UK goods exported to CPTPP-member countries are now eligible for zero tariffs. Diversification of supply chain : UK businesses are able to diversify and expand their supply chains across member countries, including expanding where raw materials are purchased.

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Import and Trade Remedies

MARCH 7, 2025

” With a weakening Canadian dollar and the foreclosure of a major export market due to the U.S. Canada Trade War appeared first on Import and Trade Remedies Blog. tariffs, Canadian businesses may face declining valuations and liquidity challenges which could incentivize foreign investors to acquire Canadian businesses.

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FedInsider

JANUARY 1, 2025

pharmaceutical supply chain. Additionally, Travis is an invited speaker, author (blogs, journals, books) and has also served on the NSTAC, ICIT Fellow, and multiple advisory boards. He also was one of the first of ten students from across the nation to be awarded a scholarship from the DoD/NSAs in cybersecurity.

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Import and Trade Remedies

JANUARY 10, 2025

The GCC is the largest exporter to the U.S. exports to the GCC consist of commodities, vehicles, aircraft, mechanical and electrical machinery, phones, and precious and semi-precious stones. The GCC exports to the U.S. market and diversify their supply chain. in the region.

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SmallGovCon

AUGUST 16, 2024

Happy Friday, blog readers, and welcome to the week in review. In parallel, the Pentagon’s release of key Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) contracting rules aims to fortify the defense supply chain against cyber threats. You can read more about those topics in the articles below. Have a great weekend!

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Import and Trade Remedies

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Whilst Trump’s second term will be unpredictable, key mitigation strategies can be implemented, such as relocation of production (subject to anti-circumvention rules see our blog post on the recent ECJ case on anti-circumvention of tariffs), considering contractual clauses and exclusions, as well as possible lobbying.

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Import and Trade Remedies

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

As reported in our earlier blog here , on Monday 10 February 2025, President Trump announced that 25% tariffs will be imposed on all steel and aluminum products imported into the United States (US), including from the EU and the UK which were previously subject to exclusions. These tariffs are due to come into effect on 12 March 2025.

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Import and Trade Remedies

MARCH 13, 2025

With effect of 12 March 2025, the US reinstated the June 2018 Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum products at a rate of 25% and extended these tariffs to a larger scope of steel and aluminum products (see our prior blog post on the US Section 232 tariffs here ).

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Import and Trade Remedies

MARCH 5, 2025

Our Global Customs team have been following these developments closely and are ready to advise clients on how these measures impact supply chains, and to help mitigate their impact. Baker McKenzie have been advising clients in preparation for these tariffs for several months.

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Import and Trade Remedies

MARCH 12, 2025

Supply Chain Disruptions: The highly complex and global nature of pharmaceutical supply chains means that tariffs could cause significant disruptions. Medical Devices Tariffs are also likely to have a significant impact on the medical device industry, which also depends on complex supply chains and offshore manufacturing.

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Import and Trade Remedies

JANUARY 10, 2025

Non-tariff tools : Economic measures are also being used to control the global supply chains of critical minerals or other materials, for which China is a major supplier. Methods include export controls and reforms to export VAT refund rates for certain products, such as batteries, oils, and solar panels. with non-U.S.

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Import and Trade Remedies

JANUARY 17, 2025

goods and exporters to the U.S. Consider whether the CBSA’s January 2025 trade compliance priorities and verification priorities target your supply chain and whether compliance lapses put you at risk for unpaid duties/taxes, penalties and interest. exporters and businesses. tariffs and a possible spring election.

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Import and Trade Remedies

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

In response, the EUs President von der Leyen posted a statement in which she stated that she deeply regrets the US decision to impose tariffs on EU steel and aluminum exports and that the unjustified tariffs will not go unanswered. These tariffs are due to come into effect on 12 March 2025. They will trigger firm and proportionate measures.

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Import and Trade Remedies

MARCH 4, 2025

Please note that this is a developing situation and this blog post will continue to be updated as further details are announced in respect of the application of US Tariffs and the Canada Tariffs. You can stay updated by subscribing to Baker McKenzie’s Import and Trade Remedies blog by clicking here and entering your e-mail address.

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Import and Trade Remedies

DECEMBER 2, 2024

during 2018/2019 and outline strategies for businesses with North American supply chains to navigate potential uncertainty in the first quarter of 2025. announces tariffs on certain steel & aluminum products exported from Canada at rates of 25% and 10% under the authority of section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act.

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Import and Trade Remedies

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Please note that this is a developing situation and this blog post will continue to be updated as further details are announced in respect of the application of U.S. You can stay updated by subscribing the Baker McKenzie’s Import and Trade Remedies blog by clicking here and entering your e-mail address. The surtaxes target U.S.

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