U.S. Department of Commerce Publishes Scope Rulings for Q2 2025
The U.S. Department of Commerce has released a list of scope rulings made between April 1, 2025, and June 30, 2025, with plans to publish future lists on a quarterly basis.
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DHL Global Forwarding Receives Approval for Subzone Status in Fort Worth, Texas
Radix Group International, doing business as DHL Global Forwarding, has received approval for subzone status in Fort Worth, Texas, according to a recent notice from the US Customs and Border Protection
U.S. Department of Commerce Preliminarily Finds Citribel Did Not Sell Citric Acid at Below Normal Value
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that Citribel did not sell citric acid and certain citrate salts from Belgium at prices below normal value in the U.S. during the review period, and is seeking public comment on the preliminary results.
U.S. Department of Commerce Preliminarily Finds No Dumping of Carbon Steel Flanges from Spain
The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily concluded that finished carbon steel flanges imported from Spain were sold in the U.S. at prices above normal value, during the review period of June 1, 2023, to May 31, 2024.
US Launches Investigation into Russian Palladium Imports
The US Department of Commerce has initiated an investigation into unwrought palladium imports from the Russian Federation, alleging that these imports may be sold at less-than-fair-value prices. This investigation is part of the US government's efforts to enforce trade laws and protect American industries.
Russia Launches Investigation into Unwrought Palladium Imports
The US Department of Commerce has initiated a countervailing duty investigation into unwrought palladium imports from the Russian Federation, following a complaint filed by a US-based company, Johnson Matthey, alleging unfair trade practices.
NMFS Proposes Changes to Regulate Mobulid Rays in Fisheries for Highly Migratory Species
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is proposing changes to regulations to align with the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT) Recommendation 24-12 on mobulid rays, which was adopted in 2024. The proposed changes would prohibit the retention of mobulid rays in fisheries for highly migratory species, require their release unharmed, and implement handling practices for vessels using pelagic longline gear.
U.S. Commerce Department Launches Investigation into Chinese Paper Plate Imports
The U.S. Department of Commerce is launching a nationwide investigation into whether imports of certain paper plates from Cambodia and Malaysia are evading U.S. tariffs on paper plates made in China. The investigation follows a request from the American Paper Plate Coalition.
FinCEN Imposes Special Measures on Funds Transmittals Involving Mexican Banks
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued a notice extending the effective date of its orders prohibiting certain transmittals of funds involving Mexican banks CIBanco S.A., Intercam Banco S.A., and Vector Casa de Bolsa, S.A. de C.V. due to their ties to illicit opioid trafficking, to October 20, 2025.
Federal Agencies to Publicly Disclose Debtors' Names Under New Rule
The Department of the Treasury is proposing a new rule to establish procedures for publicly disclosing the identities of individuals owing delinquent non-tax debts to the US, in line with the Debt Collection Improvement Act of 1996.
Proposed Exemption for Certain Prohibited Transactions Involving Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Apprentice and Training Fund
The Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council Apprentice and Training Fund in St. Louis, Missouri, is seeking a proposed exemption to allow the sale of real property to the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council, which would otherwise be prohibited under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA)
DEKRA Certification Inc. Seeks Expanded Recognition as Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory
OSHA has announced DEKRA Certification Inc.'s application for expanded recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) and proposes adding two test standards to the NRTL Program's list.
OSHA Announces CSA Group Testing & Certification Inc. Application for Expansion of Recognition as NRTL
OSHA has announced the preliminary finding to grant CSA Group Testing & Certification Inc. application for expansion of recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL).
OSHA Grants QPS Evaluation Services, Inc. Expansion of Recognition as NRTL
OSHA has granted QPS Evaluation Services, Inc. a final expansion of recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL), allowing the company to test products for compliance with federal regulations. This decision follows a notice issued by OSHA, which announced the expansion of QPS' recognition scope.
OSHA Grants Expansion of Recognition to Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc.
OSHA has finalized its decision to expand the scope of recognition of Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL), allowing the company to conduct more testing and certification services.
U.S. Small Business Administration Proposes Changes to Small Business Size Standards
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is seeking public comments on proposed changes to its monetary-based small business size definitions, also known as 'size standards,' for 263 industries, with the goal of retaining receipts-based standards for 237 industries and removing one exception.
New Analytical Note Examines Wages, Hours, and Net Worth
The New Zealand Treasury has released a new report titled 'Microeconomic heterogeneity in wages, hours, and assets' to support the development of an Open-Locality General equilibrium (OLG) model. This report was authored by Andrew Binning, Susie McKenzie, Murat Özbilgin, and Christie Smith, and is part of the Treasury's Analytical Note series.
NRC Issues Director's Decision on Petition Regarding Holtec Palisades Nuclear Plant
The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission has issued a director's decision on a petition filed by Beyond Nuclear, Michigan Safe Energy Future, and Don't Waste Michigan, requesting action on Holtec Palisades, LLC and Holtec Decommissioning International, LLC.
NHTSA Requests Public Comment on New Information Collection for Hazard Anticipation and Attention Maintenance Training
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is seeking public comment on a new information collection related to the effectiveness of hazard anticipation and attention maintenance training, which must receive approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) before collection.
FDA Classifies Device Detecting Nucleic Acid Sequences for Vaginitis and Bacterial Vaginosis
The FDA is classifying a device that detects nucleic acid sequences from microorganisms associated with vaginitis and bacterial vaginosis into Class II, special controls, aiming to enhance patient access to innovative devices while ensuring safety and effectiveness.
FDA Classifies Anti-Phospholipase A2 Receptor Immunological Test System into Class II
The FDA is classifying the anti-phospholipase A2 receptor immunological test system into Class II, a move aimed at ensuring the device's safety and effectiveness while reducing regulatory burdens and enhancing patient access.
FDA Classifies Postnatal Chromosomal Copy Number Variation Detection System into Class II
The FDA has classified the postnatal chromosomal copy number variation detection system into Class II, a move aimed at ensuring the device's safety and effectiveness while reducing regulatory burdens, thereby enhancing patients' access to innovative devices.
FDA Classifies Liver Iron Concentration Imaging Companion Diagnostic for Deferasirox into Class II
The FDA has classified the liver iron concentration imaging companion diagnostic for deferasirox into Class II, a move aimed at ensuring the device's safety and effectiveness while reducing regulatory burdens and enhancing patient access.
FDA Classifies Multiplex Respiratory Panel for Emerging and Common Respiratory Pathogens
The FDA is classifying a multiplex respiratory panel to detect and identify emerging respiratory pathogens and common respiratory pathogens in human clinical specimens into Class II, special controls, to ensure safety and effectiveness while reducing regulatory burdens.
FDA Classifies Cancer Predisposition Risk Assessment System into Class II
The FDA has classified the Cancer Predisposition Risk Assessment System into Class II, a special control classification, to ensure the device's safety and effectiveness while reducing regulatory burdens and enhancing patient access to innovative devices.
FDA Classifies Menopause Test System into Class II, Special Controls
The FDA is classifying the menopause test system into Class II, special controls, to ensure safety and effectiveness, and reduce regulatory burdens, thereby enhancing patients' access to innovative devices.
FDA Classifies Pharmacogenetic Assessment System into Class II Special Controls
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is classifying the pharmacogenetic assessment system into Class II, special controls, to ensure safety and effectiveness, and to reduce regulatory burdens, ultimately enhancing patients' access to innovative devices.
FDA Classifies Mutation Detection Test for Myeloproliferative Neoplasms into Class II
The FDA is classifying the mutation detection test for myeloproliferative neoplasms into class II, citing a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness, and aims to reduce regulatory burdens, thereby enhancing patients' access to innovative devices.
FDA Classifies Orthopedic Manual Surgical Instrumentation for Total Disc Replacement Devices into Class II
The FDA is classifying orthopedic manual surgical instrumentation for use with total disc replacement devices into class II, citing a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness, and aims to reduce regulatory burdens and enhance patient access to innovative devices.
FDA Classifies Orthopedic Manual Surgical Instrumentation for Non-Fusion Spinous Process Spacer Devices
The FDA is classifying orthopedic manual surgical instrumentation for use with non-fusion spinous process spacer devices into Class II, with special controls, to ensure safety and effectiveness, and reduce regulatory burdens, thereby enhancing patient access to innovative devices.
FDA Classifies Laparoscopic Gastrointestinal Sizing Tool into Class II with Special Controls
The FDA has classified the laparoscopic gastrointestinal sizing tool into Class II with special controls, aiming to ensure safety and effectiveness while reducing regulatory burdens and enhancing patient access to innovative devices.
FDA Confirms Effective Date for Butterfly Pea Flower Extract Color Additive
The FDA has confirmed the effective date of June 26, 2025, for the final order allowing the safe use of butterfly pea flower extract as a color additive in various food products, including ready-to-eat cereals and snack mixes.
FDA Confirms Effective Date for Galdieria Extract Blue Color Additive
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has confirmed the effective date of June 26, 2025, for the final order allowing the safe use of galdieria extract blue as a color additive in various food products.
FDA Confirms Effective Date for Calcium Phosphate Color Additive
The FDA confirmed the effective date of June 26, 2025, for the final order allowing the safe use of calcium phosphate as a color additive in various food products, including ready-to-eat chicken, white candy melts, and sugar for coated candies.
Cambrex High Point, Inc. Applies to Register as Controlled Substance Importer
Cambrex High Point, Inc. has submitted a request to the authorities to be registered as an importer of controlled substances, a move that could impact the pharmaceutical industry.
Catalent CTS, LLC. Seeks Registration as Controlled Substance Importer
Catalent CTS, LLC. has submitted an application to the authorities to be registered as an importer of controlled substances, a move that could impact the pharmaceutical industry.
Vici Health Sciences, LLC. Seeks Registration as Controlled Substance Importer
Vici Health Sciences, LLC. has submitted a request to the authorities to be registered as an importer of controlled substances, a move that could impact the pharmaceutical industry.
Continuus Pharmaceuticals Seeks Registration as Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances
Continuus Pharmaceuticals has submitted an application to the regulatory authorities to be registered as a bulk manufacturer of controlled substances, a key step towards producing and distributing these medications. The company aims to manufacture basic classes of controlled substances, as outlined in the provided supplementary information.
DOJ Requests OMB Review for Information Collection on Sexual Assault Services Program-Grants to Culturally Specific Programs
The Office on Violence Against Women, Department of Justice, is seeking OMB approval for a paperwork reduction act request to collect information from grantees of the Sexual Assault Services Program-Grants to Culturally Specific Programs, as part of their semi-annual progress report.
USDA Announces 60-Day Notice for Seismic Safety Information Collection
The USDA Rural Utilities Service is seeking to extend a currently approved information collection related to seismic safety in new building construction, and is inviting public comments on the proposal.
USDA Seeks Comments on Information Collection Request
The USDA is requesting public comments on an information collection related to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, with the goal of obtaining approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
North Pacific Fishery Management Council to Discuss Crab Plan at Upcoming Public Meeting
The North Pacific Fishery Management Council's Crab Plan Team will convene from September 8, 2025, to September 12, 2025, to discuss their plan for managing crab fisheries in the region.
USPTO Submits Information Collection Request to OMB for Review and Approval
The USPTO is seeking public comment on a renewal of its information collection 0651-0044, which helps assess the impact of its requirements and minimize reporting burden, following a previously announced 60-day comment period.
Department of Commerce Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Revision of Annual Integrated Economic Survey
The Department of Commerce is requesting public comment on a proposed revision to the Annual Integrated Economic Survey, a requirement that will be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget for review and approval, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
Western Pacific Fishery Management Council to Hold Public Meetings
The Western Pacific Fishery Management Council will hold its 157th Scientific and Statistical Committee meeting, its 204th Council meeting, and an Executive and Budget Standing Committee meeting to discuss fishery management issues in the Western Pacific Region.
Secretary of Commerce Issues Amended Export Trade Certificate of Review to Association for the Administration of Rice Quotas, Inc.
The Secretary of Commerce, through the Office of Trade and Economic Analysis, has updated the Export Trade Certificate of Review for the Association for the Administration of Rice Quotas, Inc., effective July 9, 2025.
U.S. Commerce Department Preliminarily Finds China Subsidies on Fiberglass Door Panels
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that Chinese producers and exporters of fiberglass door panels are receiving subsidies, and is seeking public comment on the preliminary finding, which covers the period from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024.
Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes From Japan Face Delay in US Investigation
The US government has postponed its preliminary determination in a less-than-fair-value investigation into Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes from Japan, a move that could impact the importation of these cranes into the US market.
IRS Seeks Comments on Form 4506, 4506T-EZ, and 4506T-EZ (SP) Information Collection Request
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public comments on its information collection request for Form 4506, 4506T-EZ, and 4506T-EZ (SP), as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
IRS Invites Comments on Form 8955-SSA Information Collection Request
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is seeking public input on its Form 8955-SSA, which is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and is required to submit comments within 60 days.