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FEATURED

CBP Enhanced Enforcement: Accuracy of Importer of Record Data Submitted to CBP

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is taking initial steps to implement Executive Order 14411 “Strengthening Customs Enforcement.” CBP is executing enhanced enforcement procedures to verify the accuracy of the information provided by new and existing importers of record on the CBP Form 5106, consistent with Executive Order 14411 and governing statutes.

Importers of Record (IORs), or customs brokers providing information on the IOR's behalf, must provide accurate and complete information for the IOR. Inaccurate information may result in immediate voiding of IOR numbers and other enforcement actions. IORs, or customs brokers providing information on the IOR's behalf, should ensure that the information is accurate to avoid the voiding of their IOR number, and in preparation for future Executive Order implementation.

WEBINARS

Upcoming Webinars

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. ET: Seats of Cane, Osier, Bamboo – This webinar will discuss the classification of seats of cane, osier, bamboo, and similar materials of Chapter 94, Heading 9401 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. ET: Surfactants – Global Specialty Chemicals – This webinar will identify important chemicals of international commerce, known as surface-active agents and preparations. The presentation will include their uses, how and where they are classified in the HTSUS, and their role in emerging technologies.

Friday, September 25, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. ET: Sound and Visual Signaling Devices of Heading 8531 – Regulations and Rulings, Office of Trade. This webinar is an overview of heading 8531, and the merchandise that will be covered.

Monday, September 28, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. ET: Happy Trailers to You: Trailers of 8716 – This webinar will be describing trailers and carts, as well as the history of carts and trailers.

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. ET: Misc. Edible Preparations of Heading 2106: Part I – This webinar is the first part of a two-part series involving the tariff classification of misc. edible preparations of the basket provision of heading 2106.

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. ET: Misc. Edible Preparations of Heading 2106: Part II – This webinar is the second part of a two-part series involving the tariff classification of misc. edible preparations of the basket provision of heading 2106.

Your Weekly Recap

• Reminder: CSMS # 69606660 - GUIDANCE: Section 338 Additional Duties on Certain Goods of Canada
• Reminder: TIN # 69604422 - Tecate Port of Entry - Cargo Hours of Operation - Amended
• Reminder: CSMS # 69570464 - IMPORTANT: Review ACE Reports for Rejected Refunds Due to Lack of ACH Enrollment
• Reminder: 2026-15530 (91 FR 48398) - Customs User Fees To Be Adjusted for Inflation in Fiscal Year 2027 effective Oct. 1.
• Reminder: TCSS - Virtual Registration still available for Trade and Cargo Security Summit September 8-10, 2026

Note: Italicized text is the day the news was published or made readily accessible.

RESOURCES

The CAPE Corner

Below are some helpful links to stay updated with CBP announcements regarding the CAPE IEEPA Refunds:

• International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) Duty Refunds
• CAPE Trade Information Notice
• ACE Portal: CAPE Declarations Quick Reference Guide
• Electronic Refund Enrollment in CBP’s ACE Portal (PDF)
• Electronic Refund Enrollment in the ACE Portal (Video)
• ACE Portal and ACH Refunds FAQs

Upcoming Webinars:

None scheduled.

For recorded webinars, please visit: CBP Trade Outreach Webinars

Additional Resources:

• CSMS # 69127837 - UPDATE – Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) for IEEPA Refunds – Warehouse Entries
• CSMS # 69035485 - UPDATE – Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) for IEEPA Refunds - Entries Flagged for Reconciliation
• IEEPA Refunds Scam Alert
• Consolidated Administration and Processing Entries (CAPE) Tool Resources
• CSMS # 68536553 - CBP Offers Multiple ACE Reports for Monitoring CAPE Refund Claims
• CSMS # 68569567 - Best Practices for Protecting Your Information Regarding IEEPA Refunds
• CSMS # 68397097 - Updated ACE Entry Summary Error Dictionary Now Available on CBP.gov
• CSMS # 68396594 - AVAILABLE NOW – Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) for IEEPA Refunds

The contents of this post are compiled from online resources and newsletters, including, but not limited to: CSMS, CBP, White House, Federal Register.