The White House: 

Adjusting Imports of Automobiles and Automobile Parts into the United States

Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Adjusts Imports of Automobiles and Automobile Parts into the United States
 

Petitions Filed Requesting the Imposition of Antidumping and Countervailing Duties on Imports of Fiberglass Door Panels from the People’s Republic of China - Grunfeld, Desiderio, Lebowitz, Silverman & Klestadt LLP

On March 20, 2025, the American Fiberglass Door Coalition filed a petition for the imposition of antidumping and countervailing duties on the imports of fiberglass door panels from the People’s Republic of China. The petition alleges a dumping margin of 198.77%. The petition identifies certain foreign producers/exporters and U.S. importers of the investigated product.

The merchandise covered by these investigations consists of fiberglass door panels. Fiberglass door panels consist of at least one fiberglass skin, frames typically made of wood or composite stiles, bottom rails, and top rails, binding materials, including adhesives or fasteners, insulation foam, and may be assembled with glass. Please see the petition for a more detailed description of the covered merchandise and exclusions.

The projected date of the International Trade Commission’s Preliminary Conference is April 9, 2025. The earliest theoretical date for retroactive suspension of liquidation for AD is May 29, 2025; CVD is April 9, 2025.

Please feel free to contact one of our attorneys for further information, including a complete scope description, complete projected schedule for the AD and CVD investigations; the volume and value of imports; and list of identified foreign exporters and U.S. importers.
 

Alert — FMC Warns Public About Fraudulent E-Mail Solicitations - Federal Maritime Commission

The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is aware that government contractors are receiving fraudulent solicitations from individuals using e-mail addresses disguised to appear as originating at the FMC.

The public is reminded that an FMC government agency e-mail address always ends with the “.gov” extension. 

Individuals receiving unsolicited e-mails which appear to be from a sender at the Federal Maritime Commission should:

• Make certain the e-mail address ends in “@fmc.gov”.
• Confirm that the e-mail address does not include, or end in, “.org” or any other domain abbreviation.

Any e-mail that does not have “@fmc.gov” at the end of the address did not originate at the Federal Maritime Commission.
 

Federal Register Notices:

• Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Investigations, Orders, or Reviews: Temporary Steel Fencing From the People's Republic of China: Postponement of Preliminary Determination of Countervailing Duty Investigation
• Seamless Carbon and Alloy Steel Standard, Line, and Pressure Pipe From Ukraine: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2022-2023
• Certain Chassis and Subassemblies Thereof From Mexico and Thailand: Initiation of Countervailing Duty Investigations
• Sales at Less Than Fair Value; Determinations, Investigations, etc.: Certain Chassis and Subassemblies Thereof From Mexico, Thailand, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: Initiation of Less-Than-Fair-Value Investigations
• Investigations; Determinations, Modifications, and Rulings, etc.: Polypropylene Corrugated Boxes From China and Vietnam; Institution of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Investigations and Scheduling of Preliminary Phase Investigations
• Investigations; Determinations, Modifications, and Rulings, etc.: Certain Active Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode Display Panels and Modules for Mobile Devices, and Components Thereof; Notice of the Commission's Final Determination Finding No Violation of Section 337; Termination of the Investigation
• Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Investigations, Orders, or Reviews: Certain Steel Wheels 12 to 16.5 Inches in Diameter From the People's Republic of China: Continuation of Antidumping Duty Order and Countervailing Duty Order
• Investigations; Determinations, Modifications, and Rulings, etc.: Fiberglass Door Panels From China; Institution of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Investigations and Scheduling of Preliminary Phase Investigations
• Certain Foreign-Fabricated Semiconductor Devices, Products Containing the Same, and Components Thereof; Notice of Institution of Investigation
• Certain Nasal Devices and Components Thereof; Notice of Institution of Investigation
• Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Investigations, Orders, or Reviews: Certain Lined Paper Products From India: Final Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2022-2023
• Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Investigations, Orders, or Reviews: Dioctyl Terephthalate (DOTP) From Malaysia, Poland, Taiwan, and Turkey; Cancellation of Hearing for Antidumping Duty Investigations
• Investigations; Determinations, Modifications, and Rulings, etc.: Certain Video Game Consoles, Routers and Gateways, and Components Thereof; Notice of Institution of Investigation
• Initiation of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Administrative Reviews
• Antidumping or Countervailing Duty Investigations, Orders, or Reviews: Ferrosilicon From Malaysia: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination and Final Affirmative Determination of Critical Circumstances, in Part
• Polyester Textured Yarn From India: Preliminary Results of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2023
• Ferrosilicon From the Republic of Kazakhstan: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination
• Paper File Folders From the Kingdom of Cambodia: Preliminary Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination and Alignment of Final Determination With Final Antidumping Duty Determination
• Ferrosilicon From Brazil: Final Affirmative Countervailing Duty Determination and Final Affirmative Critical Circumstances Determination, in Part
• Application for Duty-Free Entry of Scientific Instruments: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, et al.; Notice of Decision on Application for Duty-Free Entry of Scientific Instruments
   

Over 100,000 Prohibited Pills Intercepted by CBP in Cincinnati - U.S. Customs & Border Protection

CINCINNATI — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Cincinnati Port of Entry seized six packages this past weekend containing pill bottles full of Artri King tablets, an unapproved and misbranded drug prohibited by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

All the shipments were arriving from the same shipper in Mexico and were destined for the same residence in California. The customs declaration affixed to the parcel listed the contents as “Nutritional Supplement Natural INGR”. When officers examined these shipments, each box contained 17,000 pills, or 102,000 pills in total, with a street value of $47,000. 

“Most people hear about CBP seizing narcotics shipments,” said LaFonda D. Sutton-Burke, Director, Field Operations, Chicago Field Office. “However, shipments of unapproved pills are very dangerous too. These pills are not regulated by the FDA and contain harmful chemicals which can lead to medical emergencies or even death.” 

These products are promoted for treating arthritis, muscle pain, osteoporosis, bone cancer, and other conditions and are sold on various websites and in some retail stores. FDA laboratory analyses revealed certain Artri and Ortiga products contain the undeclared drug ingredients: These drug ingredients, which are not listed on the product label, can also interact with other drugs a consumer is taking. The FDA has received adverse event reports, including of liver toxicity and death, associated with the use of Artri King products, since the agency issued its first warning about an Artri Ajo King product on January 5, 2022.

E-commerce trade has soared, expanding foreign sellers’ market access to the United States. However, these sellers may not have all pertinent information to comply with U.S. admissibility laws, and medications made in foreign facilities may lack necessary oversight and good manufacturing practices ensuring patient safety. Products sold in the U.S. must conform to the FDA’s high standards, protecting consumers from dangerous irregularities in drug potency.

As the largest federal law enforcement agency in the United States, CBP has a vast, complex, and dynamic mission faced with constantly changing threats. By being continuously watchful and alert, CBP is dedicated to facilitating lawful trade and travel and protecting the nation and its people.

CBP conducts operations at ports of entry throughout the United States, and regularly screens arriving international passengers and cargo for narcotics, weapons, and other restricted or prohibited products. CBP strives to serve as the premier law enforcement agency enhancing the Nation’s safety, security, and prosperity through collaboration, innovation, and integration.
 

CBP Field Ops intercepts 116 pounds of cocaine in Detroit - U.S. Customs & Border Protection

Drugs discovered during outbound inspections at Ambassador Bridge

DETROIT – U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Office of Field Operations intercepted 116 pounds (52.96 kilograms) of cocaine at the Ambassador Bridge port of entry, March 21.

An outbound commercial vehicle was selected for examination and a subsequent physical inspection conducted by officers revealed three garbage bags of suspected narcotics concealed behind stacks of lumber. The illicit cargo was confirmed to be cocaine through subsequent testing.

A total of 50 bricks of cocaine were seized, along with the truck and trailer. The driver, a Canadian citizen, faces federal prosecution.

“This is a testament to the quality of work performed by those who work tirelessly to combat transnational crime and stem the flow of dangerous drugs through our communities,” said Director of Field Operations Marty C. Raybon. “Border security is a team effort, and I applaud the outstanding work by our officers and our regional law enforcement partners.”

The case remains under investigation by Homeland Security Investigations.

More than 1,300 pounds of cocaine has been seized by CBP Field Operations at Michigan ports of entry during Fiscal Year 2025 (*as of March 5). Learn more about CBP’s drug interdiction efforts
 

Use CBP Home from the Comfort of Home for your Provisional I-94 - U.S. Customs & Border Protection

SAN DIEGO — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recently announced its new mobile application CBP Home, which allows travelers access to the I-94 Entry 

feature to apply for a provisional I-94 prior to arriving at a land border crossing. Travelers who apply for their I-94 ahead of time will experience faster processing times to expedite entry.

CBP Form I-94 is the record of arrival and departure issued to all persons entering the United States except U.S. citizens, returning foreign visitors, foreign visitors with immigrant visas, and most Canadian citizens who are visiting or transiting through the United States. Foreign visitors can also use the form to adjust their status or extend their stay while in the United States but must depart the United States on or before the departure date indicated on their I-94. Those who must prove their legal-visitor status to employers, schools/universities or government agencies can access their CBP arrival/departure record information from CBP Home or the CBP I-94 website.

To reduce wait times, CBP strongly encourages travelers to apply online for a provisional I-94 permit before arriving at the port of entry. Applications may be submitted via the CBP Home mobile application or the CBP I-94 website. Once submitted, travelers must present themselves for inspection within seven days, after which the provisional I-94 will expire.

The CBP Home mobile application can be downloaded for free from the Apple App Store or Google Play. The cost of an online application remains $6, the same as an in-person application. By utilizing the mobile application, travelers can complete their I-94 applications in advance, save time at the port of entry, access their I-94 information easily through the mobile app, avoid paperwork, and streamline their travel preparation.

CBP reminds travelers that all who require an I-94 permit must be physically present to complete the I-94 application process. This includes travelers with provisional I-94 permits obtained online. Those requesting permits must be able to establish financial solvency and proof of residency outside of the U.S. and must demonstrate they have sufficient ties to their country of origin including a home abroad they do not intend to abandon.

For citizens and nationals of Visa Waiver Program countries, although having an approved Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) is not a requirement to enter the United States via the land border, citizens and nationals of a Visa Waiver Program country must have an active ESTA to apply for an I-94 using the CBP Home app. CBP encourages these travelers to obtain an approved ESTA so that they may use CBP Home or the CBP I-94 website. With an ESTA, visa waiver travelers can avoid filling out the Form I-94W at the port of entry and can also apply for their I-94 prior to arrival.
 

Port Authority Reaches Landmark Agreement with APM Terminals on Lease Extension, Positioning East Coast's Busiest Port for Further Growth - Port of New York/Newark - Breaking Waves 

Lease Agreement Secures Major Investments and Capacity Enhancements at Port of New York and New Jersey’s Second-Largest Container Terminal

Agreement Establishes New Framework for Public-Private Partnerships and Strengthens Port’s Ability to Handle Growing Cargo Demand, Delivering Goods that Power the Region

Proposed Deal Subject to Vote by Port Authority Board of Commissioners on March 27

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey today announced a landmark 33-year lease extension with APM Terminals, the operator of the Port of New York and New Jersey’s second-largest container terminal. This agreement includes major investments and capacity enhancements by APM Terminals at its container terminal, setting a new framework for container terminal agreements and further strengthening the East Coast’s busiest port to meet rising cargo demand.

APM Terminals is an independent division of Denmark-based A.P. Møller – Mærsk, an integrated logistics company. Its lease extension with the Port Authority takes the unique, nontraditional approach of incorporating performance, infrastructure, and sustainability requirements into the contract, ensuring steps are taken to enable the terminal to handle growing cargo volumes while prioritizing customer service and sustainability. This extension, along with similar long-term agreements with other major tenants at the port, is a key step in growing the port’s business, building confidence across the supply chain and solidifying the Port of New York and New Jersey’s position as a reliable, efficient gateway for goods.

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