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New CBP Reporting Requirement for Certain Copper Products Begins July 30, 2026

  • Writer: IFF, inc.
    IFF, inc.
  • 7 days ago
  • 2 min read

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced new reporting requirements for certain imported copper products under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act. These requirements become effective July 30, 2026, and will apply to specific copper wire and cable products imported into the United States.

 

What is changing?

Beginning July 30, 2026, importers must report additional information identifying where the copper used in certain imported products was:

  • Primarily smelted (required)

  • Secondarily smelted (optional, if applicable)

  • Cast (required)

This information must be reported at the entry summary line level when filing customs entries for the following HTSUS classifications:

  • 8544.42.10

  • 8544.42.20

  • 8544.42.90

  • 8544.49.10

 

These reporting requirements apply to imports from all countries of origin, except the United States.

 

Why is this required?

The new reporting requirement stems from Presidential Proclamation 11021, issued on April 2, 2026, which strengthened Section 232 actions related to imports of aluminum, steel, and copper. The proclamation directs CBP to collect additional information identifying where copper used in certain imported products was smelted and cast.

 

Preparing for compliance

To help avoid delays or entry filing issues, importers should:

  • Contact suppliers and manufacturers to determine the countries where the copper was smelted and cast.

  • Begin collecting this information before the July 30 implementation date.

  • Review all documents to ensure the required information is reported accurately on entry filings.

 

What if the information is unavailable?

If the required smelt or cast information is genuinely unavailable, CBP permits importers to report "OTH" (Other). However, importers should not view "OTH" as a default reporting option. CBP expects importers to exercise reasonable care in obtaining accurate supply chain information, and consistently reporting "OTH" may increase the likelihood of CBP inquiries or requests for supporting documentation. Working with suppliers now to obtain this information can help reduce future compliance risks.

While this provides flexibility during implementation, importers are encouraged to work toward obtaining complete traceability information from their supply chains whenever possible.

 

 

CBP has also introduced new ACE validations related to these reporting requirements, meaning missing or invalid information could generate entry filing errors.


Official Resources

For additional information, please refer to the official CBP guidance:


If you have questions about how these new reporting requirements may affect your imports, please reach out to us for assistance. Early coordination with suppliers can help ensure a smooth transition before the July 30, 2026 effective date

 

 

 

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