Tax News, Curated Daily
The latest tax news from around the world, summarised and tagged for tax professionals. Updated twice daily.
Actually Ask... AskColm
Search across 2,000+ articles. Ask about ViDA, Pillar Two, US tariffs, or any tax topic.
This is a news search, not a tax advisor. Answers summarise published articles only — they are not tax advice. Please do not enter confidential or sensitive information.
Tax Head
Region
EU Guidance Lays Out Cost Adjustments For Carbon Levy
EU guidance has been issued outlining cost adjustment mechanisms for the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), the EU's carbon levy…
EU Customs Reform: A Major Change for Non-EU Importers
The EU customs reform represents a significant overhaul affecting non-EU importers trading with the European Union. The reform introduces major…
White House Previews AI-Powered “Detective Border” Tool Targeting Chinese Transshipment
The White House has previewed an AI-powered border enforcement tool called 'Detective Border' aimed at identifying and intercepting Chinese goods…
Biz Pushes Class Cert. As Solution To IEEPA Refund Issues
A business is seeking class certification as a procedural mechanism to address tariff refund claims arising under the International Emergency…
Pakistan, Hong Kong sign arrangement on customs cooperation
Pakistan and Hong Kong have signed a customs cooperation arrangement aimed at enhancing trade facilitation, improving information sharing, and strengthening…
UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM): compliance guide for importers
The UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) introduces a carbon cost on imports of certain carbon-intensive goods entering the UK,…
New Section 232 Proclamation Targets Imports of Unmanned Aircraft Systems
A new Section 232 proclamation has been issued targeting imports of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS/drones), invoking national security provisions to…
New Section 232 Proclamation Targets Imports of Unmanned Aircraft Systems
A new Section 232 proclamation imposes national security-based tariffs on imports of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS/drones). Section 232 of the…
FBR slaps new daily fines on delayed customs clearance starting Oct 1
Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced new daily fines on delayed customs clearance, effective October 1. The measure…
FBR raises customs penalties to Rs1m for key violations
Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has raised customs penalties to Rs1 million for key violations, marking a substantial increase…
CIT Upholds Trump’s Suspension of the De Minimis Tariff Exemption
The Court of International Trade (CIT) has upheld the Trump administration's suspension of the de minimis tariff exemption, a significant…
4 Questions On Excess Manufacturing Capacity Tariffs
Analysis of tariff policy questions surrounding excess manufacturing capacity, examining how trade authorities are approaching punitive duties on goods produced…
Trump’s ‘Forever’ Tariffs Are Kicking in for the Long Haul – and US Consumers Are Footing the Bill
Analysis of Trump's sustained tariff policy examines how import duties have become a long-term structural feature of US trade rather…
Trade Court Fine With Trump Ending De Minimis Tariff Break
The US Court of International Trade has upheld President Trump's executive action terminating the de minimis tariff exemption, which previously…
DOJ Seeks to Vacate IEEPA Refund Injunctions
The U.S. Department of Justice is seeking to vacate court injunctions related to refunds under the International Emergency Economic Powers…
Saudi Arabia Clarifies VAT and Customs Treatment in Special Economic Zones
Saudi Arabia has issued clarifications on the VAT and customs treatment applicable to businesses operating within its Special Economic Zones…
Fed. Circ. Says Brick Duty Lacks Definition, Offers Alternative
The Federal Circuit Court has ruled that a duty classification for bricks lacks sufficient definitional clarity under customs law, while…
Handling Section 301 Tariffs When CBP Detains Goods
This article examines practical strategies for importers facing U.S. Customs and Border Protection detention of goods subject to Section 301…
‘We’re Left Behind.’ Some Small Businesses Not Expecting Trump Tariff Refunds
Small businesses are reportedly being excluded from Trump administration tariff refund programs, raising concerns about equitable access to customs duty…
$5.15 Million Settlement Highlights Growing Customs Enforcement Under the False Claims Act
A $5.15 million settlement underscores the increasing use of the False Claims Act (FCA) as a tool for customs enforcement…
Trump’s Latest Tariffs Hit With New Lawsuit by 25 States
Twenty-five U.S. states have filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's latest round of tariffs, escalating the legal battle over…
European Court Excise T-381/25: Excise Duty Exemption for Denatured Alcohol Cannot Be Denied Based on CN Classification Alone
The European Court ruled in case T-381/25 that excise duty exemptions for denatured alcohol cannot be denied solely on the…
CESTAT Hyderabad Allows Excise Duty Exemption on Tailor-Made Castings for Wind Power Generators
CESTAT Hyderabad has ruled in favour of excise duty exemption for tailor-made castings used in wind power generators. The tribunal…
New Section 201 Safeguard Tariffs on Quartz Surface Products
The article covers new Section 201 safeguard tariffs imposed on quartz surface products imported into the United States. Section 201…
Egypt Cuts Medical-Device VAT to 5%, Extends Suspension Periods and Reshapes Exemptions
Egypt has enacted significant VAT changes to its medical device sector, reducing the applicable VAT rate to 5% on qualifying…
Expiry review of grinding media SIMA case
An expiry review under Canada's Special Import Measures Act (SIMA) is underway for grinding media, determining whether anti-dumping or countervailing…
Canada imposes provisional surtax on imported wood cabinets and vanities
Canada has imposed provisional surtaxes on imported wood cabinets and vanities, adding significant new duty burdens on these products entering…
Recent Trade and Tariff Updates: USMCA, IEEPA Refunds and New Tariff Actions
This article covers recent U.S. trade and tariff developments including updates to USMCA rules of origin and compliance requirements, procedures…
How global trade professionals are using APIs to keep tariff, duty, and export control data current where decisions happen
Global trade professionals are increasingly leveraging APIs to integrate real-time tariff, duty, and export control data directly into operational systems…
Breaking Trade News: IEEPA Refunds Update, 301 Lawsuit, $5M FCA Settlement
Recent trade law developments include updates on IEEPA tariff refunds, a new Section 301 tariff lawsuit, and a $5 million…
CBP to increase user fees for Fiscal Year 2027 – Effective October 1, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will increase user fees effective October 1, 2026, for Fiscal Year 2027. These fee…
Taiwan LED Maker To Pay $5.15M In Customs Fraud Deal
A Taiwan-based LED manufacturer has agreed to pay $5.15 million to resolve allegations of customs fraud involving the mislabeling or…
Modernización de la administración tributaria general en los últimos 10 años: un análisis tributario y aduanero
A CIAT analysis examines the modernization of general tax administration over the past decade, covering both tax and customs dimensions.…
Tariffs for UK Origin Patented Pharmaceuticals Reduced from 10% to Zero
Tariffs on UK-origin patented pharmaceuticals have been reduced from 10% to zero, representing a significant customs duty change for the…
BIS Proposes Expansion of Section 232 Metals Tariffs to Additional Derivative Products
The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is proposing to expand Section 232 national security tariffs on metals to cover…
Section 301 Forced Labor Tariffs Challenged Again—This Time by 25 State Attorney Generals
Twenty-five state attorneys general have filed a legal challenge against Section 301 forced labor tariffs, escalating the ongoing dispute over…
Türkiye Enacts Omnibus Law No. 7590 Overhauling Motor Vehicle SCT and Introducing Nuclear Energy Tax Incentives
Türkiye has enacted Omnibus Law No. 7590, introducing significant changes to the Special Consumption Tax (SCT) framework for motor vehicles,…
25 States Sue Trump Over 3rd Round Of Global Tariffs
Twenty-five U.S. states have filed suit against the Trump administration challenging the third round of global tariffs imposed under executive…
Tariff Refunds Have Wiped Out Tariff Revenue Since May
Analysis from the Tax Foundation reveals that tariff refunds and exclusions granted since May have effectively eliminated net tariff revenue…
60 economies, two tariff tiers, and one deadline that’s already passed: Is your trade team ready for the next wave?
With US tariff policy creating two-tier structures across 60-plus economies and key deadlines already passed, trade teams face urgent compliance…
President Trump Issues Proclamation Imposing Tariff-Rate Quota on Quartz Surface Products
President Trump has issued a presidential proclamation imposing a tariff-rate quota (TRQ) on quartz surface products imported into the United…
Amazon to Pass on Some of Its $600 Million Tariff Refunds to Customers
Amazon plans to pass on a portion of approximately $600 million in tariff refunds to customers, following recent US-China trade…
DG Valuation issues fresh valuation for light fittings & fixture vide VR No.2102/2026
Pakistan's Directorate General of Valuation has issued a fresh customs valuation ruling (VR No. 2102/2026) establishing updated customs values for…
Fed. Circ. Says Sapphire-Backed Watches Must Face Duties
The Federal Circuit Court has ruled that watches featuring sapphire components must face customs duties, rejecting arguments that the sapphire…
What Happened This Month in International Trade (July 2026)
A monthly roundup of significant international trade developments in July 2026, covering customs, tariffs, import/export regulations, and trade policy changes…
EU Customs Reform: What UK Exporters Need to Know
The EU is overhauling its customs framework with significant implications for UK exporters. Key reforms include the establishment of a…
DDP VAT and DAP VAT rules Under Incoterms
This article examines VAT obligations under two key Incoterms: Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) and Delivered At Place (DAP). Under DDP,…
Commerce Extends Tariff Offset Program to Domestic Engine Manufacturers
The U.S. Commerce Department has extended its tariff offset program to domestic engine manufacturers, providing relief mechanisms against import tariffs…
Petition Summary: Certain Linear Hydraulic Cylinders and Parts Thereof from Canada, China, India, Mexico, and South Korea
A trade petition has been filed seeking antidumping and/or countervailing duty investigations into imports of certain linear hydraulic cylinders and…
FBR updates import values for 70 mobile phone accessories vide VR No.2105/2026
Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has issued Valuation Ruling No. 2105/2026, updating customs import values for 70 mobile phone…
FTO orders FBR to probe alleged role of courier company, Customs officials in iPhone smuggling scam
Pakistan's Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has ordered the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to investigate the alleged involvement of a…
Commentary on Section 301 Tariffs
Commentary on Section 301 tariffs examines the legal and policy dimensions of US trade measures imposed under Section 301 of…
Pakistan Customs seizes Rs158m worth of smuggled phones, liquor at Sost Dry Port
Pakistan Customs officials at the Sost Dry Port seized smuggled goods valued at Rs158 million, including mobile phones and liquor.…
Toy Manufacturer Sues Trump Administration Again Over New Round of Tariffs
An Illinois toy manufacturer has filed a second lawsuit against the Trump administration challenging a new round of tariffs. The…
Trump 2.0 tariff tracker
A tracker resource monitoring the evolving tariff landscape under the Trump administration's second term. The tracker covers the wide-ranging tariff…
Tracking the Impact of the Trump Tariffs & Trade War
The Tax Foundation tracks the evolving impact of Trump administration tariffs and the broader trade war, analyzing economic and revenue…
Germany – Online obligation from 1 October 2026 for EORI forms
Germany is introducing a mandatory online submission requirement for EORI (Economic Operators Registration and Identification) registration forms, effective 1 October…
USTR Imposes New Section 301 Tariffs Targeting Forced Labor Concerns Across 60 Economies
The USTR has imposed new Section 301 tariffs targeting forced labor concerns across 60 economies. These tariffs represent a significant…
Microsoft Sued Over Xbox Tariff Costs, Refunds
Microsoft is facing a class-action lawsuit from Xbox console buyers alleging the company failed to pass on or adequately disclose…
US To Impose Widespread Tariffs As Temporary Duties Expire
The US is set to impose widespread tariffs as a period of temporary reduced duties expires, marking a significant escalation…
Lahore ASO seizes smuggled cigarettes worth Rs28.36m in Shahdara
Pakistani customs authorities from the Lahore Anti-Smuggling Organization (ASO) seized smuggled cigarettes valued at Rs28.36 million in the Shahdara area.…
EU Excise Duty Law: Key Rulings on Direct Delivery, Security Deposits, and Formal Requirements
A series of EU Court of Justice rulings has clarified key aspects of excise duty law, addressing direct delivery arrangements,…
CBP Protests and Post-Entry Corrections
This article covers the process for filing protests and making post-entry corrections with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). It…
Section 338 tariffs on Canada: What businesses may be missing beyond the headline categories
This article examines Section 338 tariffs imposed on Canadian imports, highlighting aspects that businesses may be overlooking beyond the widely…
Finance Act 2026 Reshapes VAT — Including Removing Imported Fishing Nets from the Exempt List
An unnamed country's Finance Act 2026 introduces several VAT changes, including the removal of imported fishing nets from the VAT…
Trump Invokes Section 338 to Impose Additional Duties on Canadian Imports
President Trump has invoked Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930 to impose additional duties on Canadian imports, a…
DOJ and DHS Publish Comprehensive Trade Fraud Enforcement Guide: What Importers Need to Know
The DOJ and DHS have jointly published a comprehensive trade fraud enforcement guide aimed at importers, signaling heightened federal scrutiny…
New Section 232 Proclamation Creates Onshoring Incentives for U.S. Primary Aluminum Production
A new Section 232 proclamation introduces onshoring incentives targeting U.S. primary aluminum production, modifying existing national security-based tariff measures. The…
FBR excludes FTA, PTA customs concessions from 2026 tax expenditure report
Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has excluded customs concessions granted under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and preferential trade arrangements…
Trump 2.0 tariff tracker
A tracking resource monitoring the evolving tariff actions under the Trump administration's second term, covering the wide-ranging import duties and…
President Trump Imposes 50% Tariffs on Certain Canadian Products Under Section 338 of the Tariff Act
President Trump has imposed 50% tariffs on certain Canadian products invoking Section 338 of the Tariff Act, a rarely used…
Greece Introduces Simplified Customs Procedures for Repeated Imports of Identical Goods
Greece has introduced simplified customs procedures for businesses that repeatedly import identical goods, reducing administrative burden for frequent importers. The…
Saudi Arabia revises customs duty rates on selected agricultural and food tariff items
Saudi Arabia has revised customs duty rates on a selection of agricultural and food tariff items, reflecting updated trade policy…
Brazilian exporters must consider implications of latest US tariffs
Brazilian exporters are being urged to assess the impact of the latest US tariff measures on their trade flows and…
Trump Issues 50% Tariffs on Canada Ahead of Gordie Howe Bridge Opening
President Trump announced 50% tariffs on Canadian imports, coinciding with the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Windsor,…
Get the Friday Digest
Every Friday, a curated summary of the week's tax news delivered to your inbox. Choose what you want to hear about — no noise, no spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Tax heads you care about(select all that apply)
Regions you care about(select all that apply)
Your email is never shared or sold. You can unsubscribe at any time. Built in compliance with GDPR.