Drawback Alert: CBP Updates Entry Filing Guidance on Replacement Duties

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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued new guidance (CSMS #66319804) that significantly impacts how importers and brokers must report replacement duties under Chapter 99 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). This update specifically affects certain imports from the European Union, Japan, and the United Kingdom—and has direct implications for drawback filers seeking to preserve eligibility.

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Topics: Duty Drawback, Tradewin, Tariffs, CBP

Changes to the US De Minimis Program

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Update as of July 30, 2025:

President Trump signed an Executive Order that effectively ends the duty-free de minimis treatment under 19 U.S.C. 1321(a)(2)(C) for low-value shipments from all countries, effective August 29. For these imported goods, formal entry and payment of all applicable duties and fees will soon be required.

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Topics: Tradewin, United States, CBP, Import Compliance

Maximizing Duty Savings Through First Sale for Export

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In an increasingly competitive global marketplace, reducing landed costs without compromising compliance is more critical than ever. One strategic opportunity for U.S. importers lies in leveraging the First Sale for Export (FSFE) valuation methodology. When correctly applied, FSFE can bring significant duty savings while meeting all regulatory expectations from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

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Topics: First Sale for Export, Tradewin, CBP