USMCA labor remedies can reach released imports
For goods from a Mexican facility under USMCA labor review, confirm whether liquidation is suspended. Customs release alone does not settle exposure to a later remedy.
Yesterday's three analyses examine when released imports remain exposed to a labor remedy, why a China exclusion may leave another duty payable, and why trade-oversight support does not establish a Canada repeal coalition.
Under 19 U.S.C. 4693, USTR may direct duties or penalties on entries held under a USMCA labor-case liquidation suspension after a panel finds a denial of rights, subject to Annex 31-A. USTR's November 2 Madobox review request suspended liquidation of unliquidated entries from the Mexican box producer. It imposed no new duty or entry ban. Match the actual producing plant to broker records and follow the official remedy or resumption instructions. The 45-day review period does not automatically end the suspension.
Read the full analysis: USMCA Labor Remedies Can Reach Imports Already Released by Customs.