Dress Shirt Uniform Contract Awarded

July 29, 2026, Kandor Manufacturing Inc.,* Arecibo, Puerto Rico, has been awarded a maximum $33,785,445 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for green service uniform dress shirts. This was a competitive acquisition with seven responses received. This is a five-year contract with no option periods. The ordering period end date is July 27, 2031. Using military service is Army. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2026 through 2031 defense working capital funds. The contracting activity is Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (SPE1C1-26-D-0069).

*Small business

Contract Awarded: Survival Vest

July 29, 2026, Contract Awarded: Survival Vest.

Awardee: Eagle Industries Unlimited, LLC.

Award amount: $248,000.

See: SAM Notification.

Contract Award: Bag, Outfit, Firemen

July 28, 2026, Contract Award: Bag, Outfit, Firemen.

Awardee: BESHEEK LLC.

Award amount: $45,654

See: SAM Notification.

Contract Opportunity: Army Green Service Uniform All Weather Coat

July 28, 2026, Army Green Service Uniform All Weather Coat.

This acquisition will be issued as a Total Small Business Set-Aside with two (2) lots with a 50/50 split of the total requirement for the manufacture and delivery of the Men's Army Green Service Uniform (AGSU) All-Weather Coat (AWC) (PGC 00181). The Men's AGSU AWC shall be manufactured in accordance with MIL-DTL-32768A w/ Amendment 1 dated 31 March 2026, Pattern date 22 May 2026.

NOTE: ONLY DOMESTIC MANUFACTURED ITEMS WHICH ARE MADE FROM 100% DOMESTIC PRODUCTS ARE PERMITTED.

See: SAM Notification

President Imposed Tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on 60 Nations

On July 28, 2026, the Executive Office of the President published in the Federal Register (91 FR 47717) Actions by the United States in the Investigations Under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 of the Acts, Policies, and Practices of 60 Economies Related to the Failure of Each Economy To Impose and Effectively Enforce a Prohibition on the Importation of Goods Produced With Forced Labor.

Sole-Source Fire Fighter Uniforms

July 27, 2026, BNO Fire Fighter Uniforms for DDJC.

This Combined Synopsis / Solicitation (CSS) SP330026Q0217, is being issued to establish a Single award, Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Contract for the following item: Brand Name Only: Fire Fighter Pants and Shirts, Workrite Part Numbers: Pants – FP50, Shirts – FSC2 NAV.

See: SAM Notification.

Fabric Choice Can Affect Apparel Tariff Rate

In Binding Ruling Letter N361038 of May 19, 2026, issued to adidas Group, Inc. Custom addressed the tariff classification of a men's jacket containing flocked fabric. Flock was the deciding factor.

The jacket is constructed from 59 percent cotton, 27 percent polyester, 11 percent viscose, and 3 percent elastane woven fabric that is covered on the outer surface with 100 percent viscose flock.

Customs ruled that the applicable subheading will be 6210.20.9049, HTSUS, which provides for: Garments, made up of fabrics of heading 5602, 5603, 5903, 5906 or 5907: Other garments, of the type described in heading 6201: Other: Other: Anoraks (including ski-jackets), wind breakers and similar articles: Other: Other. The general rate of duty will be 6.2 percent ad valorem.

The flock coating of the chief weight cotton fabric moved the fabric out of Chapter 52 and into Heading 5907. Had the chief weight cotton fabric of the jacket not been flocked the classification of the apparel would likely have been 6201.30.80 with Rate of Duty of 9.4%.

See: https://rulings.cbp.gov/ruling/N361038.

CBP Officers at IAH seize nearly $9 million in counterfeit FIFA World Cup 2026™ merchandise

July 27, 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced today that officers from the IAH (George Bush Intercontinental Airport) Trade Enforcement Team have seized nearly 20,000 items including jerseys, shorts, shot glasses, hand fans, soccer balls, whiskey decanters and even soccer jerseys for dogs, all of which were Intellectual Property Rights violations, including trademarks owned by FIFA. The total Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price of the counterfeit merchandise totaled just under $9 million. These CBP efforts to enforce our nation's laws protect American consumers and businesses from intellectual property rights violations.

More information and photos HERE.

CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using Mikrdoo Children’s Pajamas Immediately Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burns; Violate Mandatory Standard for Children’s Sleepwear

July 23, 2026, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to stop using Mikrdoo pajama sets immediately. The pajama sets violate the mandatory safety standard for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injury or death to children.

Sold Online At: Amazon.com from August 2025 through May 2026 for between $18 and $20.

Retailer: Foshan Jiarui Baby Clothing Company Limited, doing business as Mikrdoo Official, of China.

Manufactured In: China

Product Safety Warning Number: 26-641

More information and photos HERE.

NDAA Stalled in Senate with Two Weeks to Go before August Recess

On July 22, 2026, the House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act. The vote was largely on party lines. In the Senate the bill is stalled over Democrats' objections to the conduct of the war in Iran. The Senate has two weeks to take up the bill before they leave until mid September. See: Senate Calendar.

Contract Opportunity: Firefighter Duty Apparel (Embroidered) and Footwear

July 24, 2026, Contract Opportunity: Firefighter Duty Apparel (Embroidered) and Footwear.

Original Set Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

See SAM Notification.

Request for Information: Laminated Fabric for Gloves

July 24, 2026, Request for Information: Laminated Fabric for Gloves.

Office: FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC

See: SAM Notification.

Statement by Canadian Minister LeBlanc on the imposition by the U.S. of Section 301 Tariffs related to forced labour practices

The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs, Internal Trade and One Canadian Economy, issued the following statement following the publication by the United States of its notice of final action in the context of the Section 301 investigations on forced labour practices:

“Today, the United States announced its intention to impose tariffs under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 on 60 economies worldwide, including Canada.

Section Forced Labor Tariffs from 10% to 12.5% Imposed on 60 Nations

On July 23, 2026, Ambassador Jamieson Greer took final action, at President Trump’s direction, under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 by imposing tariffs on 60 economies for their failure to impose and effectively enforce a prohibition on the importation of goods produced with forced labor. This action comes after the Office of the United States Trade Representative’s (USTR) investigations, which included two rounds of public hearings, more than 2,100 public comments, and engagement with our trading partners to remedy these longstanding concerns.

10 percent rate of Section 301 duties will be imposed for investigated economies that (i) impose a forced labor import prohibition; (ii) have committed to impose and enforce such a prohibition through an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade; or (iii) have imposed a partial regime with the effect of preventing the importation of certain forced labor goods. These economies are:

• Argentina,
• Bangladesh,
• Cambodia,
• Canada,
• Ecuador,
• El Salvador,
• Guatemala,
• Honduras,
• India,
• Indonesia,
• Jordan,
• Malaysia,
• Mexico,
• Pakistan,
• Sri Lanka,
• Trinidad and Tobago, and
• United Kingdom.

10 percent or 12.5 percent, net of Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) rate will be imposed for certain products of the European Union, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, and Switzerland.

12.5 percent will be imposed for all other investigated economies.

See: Scheduled Federal Register Notice.

An Overview of Small Business Contracting

July 21, 2026, the Congressional Research Service released R45576 An Overview of Small Business Contracting.

Abbreviatons in this report:

• Small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (SDBs),

  Women-owned small businesses (WOSBs),

  Small businesses located within a HUBZone, and

  Service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs).

  Congress has broad authority to impact the federal procurement process and how agencies purchase goods and services from private sector firms. One way in which Congress has exercised this authority is by adopting measures to promote contracts and subcontracts with "small businesses." This report discusses federal contracting preferences for firms that meet the Small Business Administration's definition of "small." It also provides information on statutory and regulatory requirements for agencies to award contracts to small businesses, as well as federal assistance for small business owners seeking government contracts.

  Small business contracting policies and programs respond to the congressional directive to ensure that a "fair proportion" of federal contract and subcontract dollars is awarded to small businesses. Congress established government-wide goals for the percentage of federal contract and subcontract dollars awarded to small businesses each fiscal year. The Small Business Administration (SBA) negotiates small business procurement goals with each federal agency, negotiating agency-specific goals that collectively add up to the government-wide goals in statute. The SBA publishes annual Small Business Procurement Scorecards and the System for Awards Management (SAM.gov) posts an annual Small Business Goaling Report, which measure goal achievement.

  There are procurement goals for both prime and subcontract dollars for small businesses, small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (SDBs), women-owned small businesses (WOSBs), small businesses located within a HUBZone, and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs). In recent years, the government has generally succeeded in meeting the government-wide goals for awards made to small businesses, SDBs, and SDVOSBs. It has also met its subcontracting goals for small businesses and WOSBs. It has had difficulty meeting the WOSB and HUBZone prime contracting goals.

  A collection of laws and regulations underpin small business contracting efforts. To facilitate contracting opportunities for small businesses, Congress has authorized federal agencies, under specified circumstances, to set aside contracts exclusively for small businesses; authorized federal agencies to make sole-source awards to small businesses; and authorized federal agencies to set aside contracts for, or grant other contracting preferences to, the four types of small businesses for which there are small business procurement goals: SDBs, SDVOSBs, WOSBs, and HUBZone firms. Congress tasks the SBA and agency procurement personnel with reviewing and structuring proposed procurements to maximize opportunities for small business participation.

  Also supporting small businesses in the federal market are technical assistance providers, small business contractor mentor-protégé programs, and subcontracting policies and regulations.

  Observers may judge the relative success or failure of federal efforts to create small business contracting opportunities by whether the government and individual agencies meet small business procurement goals. The publication of goal attainment data and SBA Procurement Scorecards offer an accessible way to examine the level of small business contracting each year but may focus reviewers on readily measured information (dollars awarded) rather than broader assessments of the effectiveness of contracting programs and policies. Moreover, the procurement goals themselves may not reflect overall policy aims, because of how they are expressed by monetary value, and/or because of how high or low they are relative to the availability of small suppliers. Other valuable information might include measures of market diversification, competitiveness, or concentration. Issues of interest to Congress include regulatory initiatives and defense acquisition reform legislation.

  The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024, increased the SDVOSB goal from 3% to 5%.

SOURCES SOUGHT - U.S. Army West Point India White Coats, Trousers, Dresses

July 23, 2026, SOURCES SOUGHT - U.S. Army West Point India White Coats, Trousers, Dresses.

The U.S. Government desires to procure for the West Point Cadet Uniform factory; India White Coats, Trousers, Dresses on a base plus four (4) one (1) option year contract as a small business set-aside basis, provided 2 or more qualified small businesses respond to the sources sought notice with information sufficient to support a set-aside.

See: SAM Notification.

Procurement List Deletions

On July 23, 2026, the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled published in the Federal Register (91 FR 46414) Deletions.

8415-01-515-4662--Cover, Advanced Combat Helmet, Reversible, Woodland/Desert Camouflage, S/M

8415-01-515-4663--Cover, Advanced Combat Helmet, Reversible, Woodland/Desert Camouflage, L/XL

8415-01-592-2218--Cover, Advanced Combat Helmet, No Comm Flap, OEFCP, S/M

8415-01-592-2220--Cover, Advanced Combat Helmet, No Comm Flap, OEFCP, L/XL

8415-01-F-05-2290--Cover, Enhanced Combat Helmet, Operational Camouflage Pattern--6 Color, L/XL

8415-01-F-05-2291--Cover, Enhanced Combat Helmet, Operational Camouflage Pattern--6 Color, XXL

8415-01-F-05-2292--Cover, Enhanced Combat Helmet, Operational Camouflage Pattern--6 Color, S/M

Procurement List: Proposed Deletions

On July 23, 2026, the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled published in the Federal Register (91 FR 46413) Proposed Deletions.

8455-01-698-8429--Face Mask Lanyard, Black, 36'' x \3/8\'' with Breakaway

8470-01-092-8492--Headband, Helmet, Ground Troop/Parachutists, XS

8470-01-092-8493--Headband, Helmet, Ground Troop/Parachutists, S/M/L

8470-01-303-8946--Heaband, Helmet, Ground Troop/Parachutists, XL

8470-01-526-8462--Headband, PASGT, XS/S

8470-01-526-8463--Headband, Ground Troops and Parachutists Helmet, Foliage Green

8470-01-526-8464--Headband, PASGT, L/XL

Rogers Applauds House Passage of the FY27 NDAA

July 22, 2026, House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) released a statement today praising the House passage of H.R. 8800, The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27 NDAA).

Read the press release HERE.

The vote was largely along party lines.

Seven Republicans voted Nay:

1. Brecheen of Oklahoma
2. Burchett of Tennessee
3. Crane of Arizona
4. Hageman of Wyoming
5. Luna of Florida
6. Massie of Kentuck
7. Roy of Texas

Six Democrats voted Yae

1. Cuellar of Texas
2. Davis of North Carolina
3. Golden of Maine
4. Gonzalez, V. of Texas
5. Gray of California
6. Perez of Washington

Plate Carrier Maritime Vests for Foreign Military Sales

July 22, 2026, The U.S. Army Contracting Command-Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG), an agency of the Government, intends to procure Maritime Vests in support of the U.S. Army Security Assistance Command (USASAC). The Government anticipates the issuance of a commercial, Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract, in accordance with (IAW) FAR 13.106, as a result of the subject Combined Synopsis/solicitation for the procurement of Berry Compliant Maritime Vests (Plate carrier) for Maritime operations.

Within the U.S. industry it is widely understood that Department of Defense acquisitions of textiles and clothing are government by the Berry Amendment which requires domestic U.S. sourcing. Less well known is that the Berry Amendment applies to all funds "made available" to the Defense Department. That includes Department of Defense procurement for Foreign Military Sales.

See SAM Notification.

NDAA Update: Textiles

On July 21, 2026, the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 8800 as unfinished business.

On June 15, 2026, the Committee of the Whole House published H.Rept. 119-698 to accompany H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act for 2027.

Page 450, Berry Amendment and Buy American Requirements for Defense Textiles.

The committee reaffirms the critical importance of the Berry Amendment (section 4862 of title 10, United States Code) and Buy American requirements in sustaining a secure and resilient domestic defense textile and apparel industrial base. The committee recognizes that Berry-compliant manufacturers are foundational to military readiness and that the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support (DLA-TS) serves as the Department of Defense's primary procuring activity for uniforms, protective equipment, and other mission-essential organizational clothing and individual equipment items.

The committee notes that DLA-TS contracting practices play a central role in compliance with domestic sourcing requirements and providing predictable demand signals to domestic manufacturers. Accordingly, the committee expects DLA-TS to rigorously enforce Berry Amendment and Buy American requirements for all covered textile and apparel procurements to protect the domestic industrial base.

Therefore, the committee directs the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, in coordination with the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency, to provide a briefing to the House Committee on Armed Services not later than March 31, 2027, on efforts to strengthen compliance with the Berry Amendment and Buy American requirements for textile and apparel items. The briefing shall include:

(1) an assessment of waiver usage;

(2) an evaluation of supplier verification and auditing practices;

(3) steps taken to improve transparency and traceability across the textile supply chain; and

(4) actions to align contracting strategies with the long-term health of the domestic defense textile industrial base.

Page 459 Expansion of Domestic Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Production Capacity

The committee remains concerned about documented capacity shortfalls in the domestic ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fiber industrial base. There are concerns that domestic UHMWPE production may be insufficient to meet national security requirements under surge conditions. There is also the possibility that facility utilization may exceed 100 percent as early as fiscal year 2026. Therefore, the committee directs the Secretary of Defense to provide a briefing to the House Committee on Armed Services not later than March 1, 2027, on the Department's strategy to address UHMWPE fiber capacity shortfalls. The briefing shall include the following:

(1) an assessment of current and projected UHMWPE fiber requirements across all services for soft armor vests, hard armor plates, ballistic helmets, and vehicle protection systems through fiscal year 2030;

(2) an evaluation of domestic manufacturing capacity gaps and the Department's plan to achieve capacity sufficient to meet 100 percent of requirements plus 30 percent surge capacity;

(3) the advisability of designating UHMWPE fiber as a critical material under Defense Production Act Title I authorities;

(4) the status of Berry Amendment compliance among domestic UHMWPE suppliers and the availability of PFAS-free armor solutions; and

(5) any legislative authorities required to achieve capacity targets or address industrial base vulnerabilities.

Page 460 Flame Resistant Textile Industrial Base.

The committee notes that maintaining a stabilized flame-resistant technical textile industrial base is critical to the Department of the Army's ability to support overseas operations, Large Scale Combat Operations (LCSO), and Defense Support of Civil Authorities.

Additionally, the committee recognizes the 2024 Defense Logistics Agency CAMOLAND Clothing and Textile Industrial Base Wargame Report concluded that any disruption to the supply chain that supports the production of combat uniforms would compromise the already weakened clothing and textile industrial base's ability to produce flame-resistant military uniforms during surge conditions. As such, the committee considers rapidly improving the resilience and production capacity of this segment of the defense industrial base as imperative.

Therefore, the committee directs the Secretary of the Army to provide a briefing to the House Committee on Armed Services not later than January 31, 2027, that includes the following:

(1) a 5-year notional budget to stabilize the flame-resistant textile industrial base;

(2) an assessment of wider distribution of the flame-resistant military uniform to soldiers exposed to enhanced thermal risk both domestically and overseas; and

(3) estimated flame resistant uniform procurement costs, usage rates, and surge requirements needed to support LCSO.

The committee reaffirms its long-term support for the Department of Defense's commitment to giving preference in procurement to domestically produced fabrics, including American-made military uniforms, as required by the Berry Amendment. The committee notes that it has received reports of Army Green Service Uniforms (AGSU) being offered to Active Duty soldiers and Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) cadets for use in official military duties that are not Berry Amendment compliant and have not been certified by the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Systems Center as required by AR 670-1. The committee is concerned that, if these reports are accurate, future officers may begin their service wearing uncertified, unauthorized, and visibly different uniforms from those produced under the Army's Uniform Quality Control Program. The committee is also concerned that the importation of uncertified, foreign-made uniforms could undermine authorized manufacturers and erode the domestic industrial base.

Therefore, the committee directs the Secretary of the Army, in coordination with Army Deputy Chief of Staff, G-1 (Personnel) and the Natick Soldier Systems Center, to provide a briefing to the House Committee on Armed Services not later than June 1, 2027, on: (1) the prevalence and scope of imported, uncertified AGSU uniforms being offered by outside vendors on military installations and ROTC programs; (2) current requirements for Berry Amendment certification of Army uniforms; (3) the current process for inspecting and ensuring soldier-owned uniforms are Berry-compliant and authorized for official use; and (4) any recommendations for additional instructions or guidance, such as an All Army Activities or similar directive, to ensure that only certified uniform items are authorized.

Page 461 Imported Army Uniforms

The committee reaffirms its long-term support for the Department of Defense's commitment to giving preference in procurement to domestically produced fabrics, including American-made military uniforms, as required by the Berry Amendment. The committee notes that it has received reports of Army Green Service Uniforms (AGSU) being offered to Active Duty soldiers and Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) cadets for use in official military duties that are not Berry Amendment compliant and have not been certified by the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Systems Center as required by AR 670-1. The committee is concerned that, if these reports are accurate, future officers may begin their service wearing uncertified, unauthorized, and visibly different uniforms from those produced under the Army's Uniform Quality Control Program. The committee is also concerned that the importation of uncertified, foreign-made uniforms could undermine authorized manufacturers and erode the domestic industrial base.

Therefore, the committee directs the Secretary of the Army, in coordination with Army Deputy Chief of Staff, G-1 (Personnel) and the Natick Soldier Systems Center, to provide a briefing to the House Committee on Armed Services not later than June 1, 2027, on: (1) the prevalence and scope of imported, uncertified AGSU uniforms being offered by outside vendors on military installations and ROTC programs; (2) current requirements for Berry Amendment certification of Army uniforms; (3) the current process for inspecting and ensuring soldier-owned uniforms are Berry-compliant and authorized for official use; and (4) any recommendations for additional instructions or guidance, such as an All Army Activities or similar directive, to ensure that only certified uniform items are authorized.

Page 466 Promoting American-made Textiles

The committee recognizes that untangling American supply chains from adversarial nations is a priority of Congress and the Department of Defense, specifically in the domain of goods used for the U.S. military. In service of supporting the domestic textile industrial base and leveraging partnerships with allied nations, section 865 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (P.L. 119-60) provides allowable investments for the Textile Automation to Enhance Domestic Military Production program and directly supports the domestic military production and industrial base for textiles and footwear.

To further expand efforts aimed at securing domestic supply chains and revitalizing American industries essential to national security and economic growth, the committee directs the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment to submit a report to the House Committee on Armed Services not later than January 1, 2027, which includes the following:

(1) an assessment of the feasibility of narrowing the exception for Berry Amendment small purchases from $150,000 to $20,000, both broadly and specifically for textiles;

(2) a status update on efforts by the Department of Defense to implement Section 865 of Public Law 119-60; and

(3) any proposed strategies for strengthening the Berry Amendment and countering malign actors, including the People's Republic of China, as they seek to contaminate textile supply chains for U.S. military uniforms.

Contract Awarded: Various Fabrics (Buy American Act)

July 22, 2026, Contract Awarded: Various Fabrics (Buy American Act).

Awardee: JAG Textile Company.

Award Amount: $15,147,600.

Agency: Bureau of Prisons.

See: SAM Notification.

NDAA Amendment Would Require a Briefing on Insect Repellents for Uniforms

An amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act, proposed by Representative Ralph Norman (R., S.C.)would require the Department of the Army to provide a briefing to the House and Senate Armed Services Committees within 180 days on currently validated insect repellents available to the Army. Directs the briefing to include ongoing evaluations of insect-repellent fabric treatments for combat uniforms, performance analyses of such treatments, and current research and development efforts to improve uniform insect repellency.

Chairman Rogers' Floor Statement on the FY27 NDAA

July 21, 2026, Over the last 30 years, the defense industrial base has atrophied significantly. We are no longer capable of manufacturing for our warfighters at scale or speed.

In the 1990s, America had 51 prime defense contractors. Today, only six remain. Skilled talent has left the workforce, leaving hundreds of thousands of defense manufacturing jobs unfilled.

Read the full statement HERE.

KOREAN Company wins Upholstery Fabric Contract

July 19, 2026, Procurement of 15,000-yard Reupholstery Fabric for on/off Army Family Housing.

Contractor Awarded Name: Boryung Textile of KOREA.

Award Amout: $102,654

See SAM Notification.

Contract Awarded: Impregnated Cloth

July 17, 2026, Contract Awarded: Impregnated Cloth.

Contractor Awarded Name: IGCS, LLC.

Award amount: $240,500.

See: SAM Notification.

Contract Opportunity: CRYE Uniforms

July 17, 2026, CRYE Uniforms.

This requirement is for the purchase of CRYE Precision G4 aviation field uniforms. The CRYE Precision G4 aviation field uniforms are designed as a tailored utility uniform with engineered stretch, allowing for a slimmer cut with maximum mobility. Light yet strong fire-resistant fabrics offer performance-oriented thermal protection. AFSOC/A3 mandates the wear of the CRYE G4 FR Aviation Field Uniform and G4 FR Aviation Combat Uniform for all AFSOC Aviators. This will replace the existing Massif 2PFDU and the DLA A2CU for all AFSOC aircrew.

Made in the USA from USA materials.

This requirement will be a Sole Source aquisition for CRYE Precision.

See: SAM Notification.

Contract Awarded: Parachute Cloth

July 17, 2026, Contract Awarded: Parachute Cloth.

Awardee: Govcrest Inc.

$220,400.

See: SAM Notification.

Section 122 Tariffs in Searchable Format

https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026Section122.prc_.ANNEX2_.Final_.pdf.

Improved Outer Tactical Vests for Foreign Military Sales Case LE-B-WCM Lebanon

July 17, 2026, Improved Outer Tactical Vests for Foreign Military Sales Case LE-B-WCM Lebanon.

Original Set Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).

All items must be Berry Amendment compliant.

Within the U.S. industry it is widely understood that Department of Defense acquisitions of textiles and clothing are government by the Berry Amendment which requires domestic U.S. sourcing. Less well known is that the Berry Amendment applies to all funds "made available" to the Defense Department. That includes Department of Defense procurement for Foreign Military Sales.

See: SAM Notification.

Two Navy Flight Deck Boot Contracts Awarded

July 16, 2026, Belleville Shoe Manufacturing Co.,* Belleville, Illinois (SPE1C1-26-D-0063, $37,447,003); and McRae Industries Inc.,* Mount Gilead, North Carolina (SPE1C1-26-D-0064, $32,998,023), have each been awarded a fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract under solicitation SPE1C1-24-R-0070 for general purpose and flight deck boots. This was a competitive acquisition with three responses received. These are three-year contracts with no option periods. The ordering period end date is July 15, 2029. Using military service is Navy. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2026 through 2029 defense working capital funds. The contracting activity is Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

*Small business

Madewell Recalls Women’s Sweaters Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn Hazard; Violate Mandatory Standard for Clothing Textiles

July 16, 2026, This recall involves two styles of Madewell-branded Double V-Neck Pullover and V-Neck Cardigan women’s sweaters. The sweaters were sold with or without buttons in light blue and cream and in sizes XS through L. The sweaters have long sleeves and a V-neck. “Madewell” and the size are printed on the neck label and “Style #NT611” or “Style #NT612” and “HO24” on the sewn-in side seam label.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled sweaters immediately and contact Madewell for a full refund in the original form of payment or store credit. Consumers will be asked to destroy the sweaters by cutting them in half and send a photo of the destroyed sweater to 24-7@madewell.com. Consumers should then dispose of the destroyed product.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of the sweater catching on fire. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At: Madewell and T.J. Maxx stores nationwide and online at Madewell.com from December 2024 through October 2025 for between $138 and $148. Importer(s): J. Crew Group, LLC of New York, New York

Distributor(s): Madewell Inc., of New York, New York

Manufactured In: China

Recall number: 26-625

More information and photos HERE.

Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled Public Hearing July 22, 2026

On July 22, 2026, the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled will hold a Public Hearing.

The public engagement session will both celebrate the historic milestone of America250 and continue to emphasize “Innovation in AbilityOne Products and Domestic Manufacturing.” In keeping with these themes, speakers are invited to highlight examples of pride and patriotism within—and contributions of—the AbilityOne Program's 88-year history of Federal contracting. In addition, speakers are invited to highlight current domestic manufacturing within the AbilityOne Program including, but not limited to, examples of innovation, efficiency, speed, cost effectiveness, competitiveness, responsiveness to customer needs, reshoring/onshoring materials or components (to use domestic sources), and supply chain management. The Commission looks forward to receiving comments and suggestions on these topics.

CBP officers in Rochester, N.Y., seize counterfeit FIFA jerseys

July 16, 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers seized 80 counterfeit soccer jerseys, including 40 FIFA jerseys, at the Rochester, N.Y., port of entry this month.

The jerseys, discovered during a shipment inspection, were determined to be inauthentic and were seized for bearing counterfeit trademarks. The total Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) value would be approximately $12,200 if the jerseys were genuine.

More information and photo HERE.

Coat and Trouser Contract Awarded

July 15, 2026, Goodwill Industries of South Florida Inc.,** Miami, Florida, has been awarded a maximum $35,589,015 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for Joint Service Lightweight Integrated Suit Technology coats and trousers. This is a two-year contract with no option periods. The ordering period end date is July 15, 2028. Using military services are Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, and Navy. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2026 through 2028 defense working capital funds. The contracting activity is Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (SPE1C1-26-D-N018).

**Mandatory Source

Physical Fitness Gear Contract Awarded

July 14, 2026, Sawasawa LLC,* Los Angeles, California, has been awarded a maximum $763,082,470 fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for physical fitness gear. This was a competitive acquisition with five responses received. This is a five-year base contract with one five-year option period. Other contracts are expected to be awarded under this solicitation (SPE1C1-25-R-0130) and awardees will compete for a portion of the maximum dollar value. The ordering period end date is July 13, 2031. Using customers are Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Space Force, and Coast Guard. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2026 through 2031 defense working capital funds. The contracting activity is Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (SPE1C1-26-D-0055).

*Small business

Sole-Source Acquisition: Crye Hot Weather Combat & Field Shirts

July 15, 2026, Sole-Source Acquisition: Crye Hot Weather Combat & Field Shirts.

This solicitation was amended on July 15, 2026 to reflect this being a brand name acquisition and to upload the Brand Name J&A document as an attachment. No other changes were made.**

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number W50S8H-26-Q-0019 is issued as a request for quotation for the purchase and delivery of various Crye G4 Hot Weather Combat Shirts and Crye G4 Hot Weather Field Shirts. An Excel file has been attached to this announcement that provides all required uniform sizing and quantities required.

This acquisition a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. The NAICS assigned is 315250 and the Size Standard is 750 Employees. The Federal Supply Code is 8415.

See: SAM Notification.

Contract Opportunity: Plate Carrier Maritime Vests for Foreign Military Sales

July 15, 2026, Contract Opportunity: Plate Carrier Maritime Vests for Foreign Military Sales.

The U.S. Army Contracting Command-Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG), an agency of the Government, intends to procure Maritime Vests in support of the U.S. Army Security Assistance Command (USASAC). The Government anticipates the issuance of a commercial, Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract, in accordance with (IAW) FAR 13.106, as a result of the subject Combined Synopsis/solicitation for the procurement of Berry Compliant Maritime Vests (Plate carrier) for Maritime operations.

This solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) under NAICS Code: 339999 “All other miscellaneous manufacturing”, Product Service Code (PSC) 8415 “Clothing, Special Purpose”. This action is posted as a competitive 100% Small Business set-aside and the size standard for the NAICS Code is 550 employees

Within the U.S. industry it is widely understood that Department of Defense acquisitions of textiles and clothing are government by the Berry Amendment which requires domestic U.S. sourcing. Less well known is that the Berry Amendment applies to all funds "made available" to the Defense Department. That includes Department of Defense procurement for Foreign Military Sales.

See: SAM Notification.

AAFA-FLA Urge US Government to Address Forced Labor at Home

On July 6, 2026, just within two days of America's national birthday of liberty, the American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA) and the Fair Labor Association (FLA) submitted comments as part of the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative's (USTR) Section 301 investigation on forced labor urging the U.S. government to address U.S. government-sponsored forced labor (i.e. FPI/Unicor) in the United States and restore critical funding to fight forced labor abroad.

DR-CAFTA Dobby Weave Fabric Short Supply

On July 14, 2026, the Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements published in the Federal Register (FR 43088) Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (‘‘CAFTA–DR’’).

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (‘‘CITA’’) has determined that certain double weave polyester/spandex fabric, as specified below, is not available in commercial quantities in a timely manner in the CAFTA–DR countries. The product is added to the list in Annex 3.25 of the CAFTA–DR in unrestricted quantities.

Specifications: Certain Double Weave Polyester/Spandex Fabric

    HTS: 5407.52.20.40; 5407.72.00.15
    Fabric Type: Woven--Double Weave
    Fiber Content (AATCC 20A): Polyester 88-92%, Spandex 8-12%
    Yarn Size:
    Warp Yarn: 45-55 Denier/144 Filaments Semi-Dull Texturized + 15-25 
Denier Spandex Textured Filament
    Weft Yarn 1: 45-55 Denier/72 Filaments Semi-Dull Texturized + 15-25 
Denier Spandex Textured Filament
    Weft Yarn 2: 145-155 Denier/96 Filaments Semi-Dull Texturized
    Weave Type: Woven, Double Weave Dobby
    Thread Count (ASTM D3775): 66-72 warp ends x 70-78 filling picks
    Fabric Weight (g/m2) (ASTM D3776): 159-169 g/m2
    Width (cuttable) (ASTM D3774):
    Metric: 124.5-139.7 cm
    English: 49-55 inches
    Stretch (%) (ASTM D3107):
    Warp: 20.4% (10%-30%)
    Weft: 18% (8%-28%)
    Stretch Direction: Four-way stretch
    Finish (AATCC 197): Quick Dry (Wicking)
    Dye Type: Piece dye of various colors
    Shrinkage (AATCC 135): +/- 5%

Cost Estimate: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027

On June 26, 2026, the Congressional Budget Office released Cost Estimate: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027.

Senate Democrats Block NDAA

On July 14, 2026, Senate Democrats blocked movement on the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2027 over their objection to the conduct of the war in Iran.

Democrat Leader Chuck Schumer issued a statement sending a clear message that "Congress cannot look away as Trump extends an unauthorized war, defies bipartisan majorities in both chambers, keeps the American people in the dark about its cost, mission, and endgame."

USTR Call for Investigation of Lamb Meat Imports

On July 13, 2026, Ambassador Jamiedon Greer requested that the United States International Trade Commission (Commission) promptly initiate an investigation under section 202 of the Trade Act to determine whether lamb meat is being imported into the United States in such increased quantities as to be a substantial cause of serious injury, or the threat thereof, to the domestic industry producing like or directly competitive products.

See Ambasssador Greer's letter to the USITC HERE.

A shoe factory fire that killed 28 highlights China’s persisting worker safety risks

July 10, 2026, Authorities were investigating a blaze at a shoe factory in southeastern China’s Fujian province that killed 28 people, raising renewed concern over worker safety.

Read more at the Associated Press.

AAFA Publishes Industry Glossary of Traceability Terms

July 3, 2026, the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) published for the first time The Global Apparel, Footwear, & Accessories Glossary of Traceability Terms. The glossary is intended to provide a common reference point for terminology used across the apparel, footwear, and accessories industry by defining key traceability-related terms and addressing terminology that may appear in existing or emerging regulations. This resource aims to promote clarity, consistency, and shared understanding across the global supply chain.

Presolicitation Notice for FR ACU Unisex Coat

July 14, 2026, Presolicitation Notice for SPE1C126R0082 - FR ACU Unisex Coat

The Defense appropriations and authorization acts and other statutes (including what is commonly referred to as “The Berry Amendment”) impose restrictions on the DoD's acquisition of foreign products and services. Generally, Clothing and Textile items (as defined in DFARS clause 252.225-7012) and “specialty metals” (as defined in DFARS clause 252.225-7014), including the materials and components thereof (other than sensors, electronics, or other items added to, and not normally associated with clothing), must be grown, reprocessed, reused, melted or produced in the United States, its possessions or Puerto Rico, unless one of the DFARS 225.7002-2 exceptions applies.

See: SAM Notification.

Contract Opportunity: Future Soldier T-shirts

July 14, 2026, Contract Opportunity: Future Soldier T-shirts

The Contractor must provide production, printing, packing and distribution of the 75,000 US Army Future Soldier T-shirts (as a one-time production order) to 69 Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS), 38 Battalions and US Army Recruiting Division (USARD) Headquarters. The contractor is responsible for all freight and shipping costs associated with the delivery of the T-shirts to all specified locations, including overseas destinations, which must be included in the quote submission. In accordance with (IAW) DFARS 225.7002-1 and DFARS Clause 252.225-7012, this contract is subject to the Berry Amendment.

See: SAM Notification.

Contract Award: Beret Insignia

July 10, 2026, Contract Award: Beret Insignia.

Award amount: $224,000.

Awardee: Hallmark Emblems, Inc.

See: SAM Notification.

FY2027 NDAA: Summary of Funding Authorizations

On July 9, 2026, the Congressional Research Service published IN 12703, "FY2027 NDAA: Summary of Funding Authorizations."

Of the approximately $1.15 trillion that the second Trump Administration requested for FY2027 discretionary activities within the national defense budget function, $1.14 trillion fell within the jurisdiction of the House and Senate Armed Services Committees and the scope of proposals for a National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 (NDAA; H.R. 8800, S. 4784). These figures exclude $350 billion in mandatory defense funding that the President's budget request assumed would be enacted in a separate reconciliation act. Although the NDAA itself does not provide funding (i.e., budget authority), historically the legislation has served as an indicator of congressional views on funding for discretionary activities.

During consideration of an FY2027 NDAA, some Members of Congress proposed authorizing levels of funding that differed from levels the President requested for certain Department of Defense (DOD) programs, projects, and activities. (DOD is "using a secondary Department of War designation," under Executive Order 14347 dated September 5, 2025.) Both the House Armed Services Committee (HASC)- and Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC)-reported versions of an FY2027 NDAA (H.R. 8800 and S. 4784, respectively) would authorize the overall level of discretionary funding the President requested for FY2027, or approximately $250 billion (28%) more than amounts authorized for FY2026.

Sources Sought: Riding Breeches Fabric

July 9, 2026, Sources Sought: Riding Breeches Fabric.

The Military Mounted Battalion (MMB) requires horse riding breeches that match the color of the Army Service Uniform in accordance with AR 670-1. Color Light Navy/Customs Blue. 840 Shade; Fabric: 4-Way Stretch Fabric. 92% Nylon / 8% Spandex. 16oz Twill; Durability: Breech fabric shall have minimum expected lifespan of 3-5 years under the following circumstances: 3-5 hours of daily riding on all weekdays. Fabric shall have enough stretch to repeatedly mount and dismount a horse without tearing.

FTC Warns Companies Making Questionable ‘Made in the USA’ Claims

July 6, 2026, Warning letters sent to seven companies urge compliance with FTC’s Made in the USA Standard.

In March, President Donald J. Trump issued an Executive Order, “Ensuring Truthful Advertising of Products Claiming to be made in America,” directing the Commission to prioritize enforcement actions over unlawful “Made in USA” claims.

Read more HERE.

Modernizing uniform support through digital transformation, synchronization, collaboration

July 8, 2026, A personalized “welcome” in a digital item management portal invites users to the new way the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support’s Clothing and Textiles supply chain is doing business.

Read more HERE.

Update on Sec. 301 Tariff Actions

On July 2, 2026, the Congressional Research Service published IF 11346, "Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974."

Title III of the Trade Act of 1974 (Sections 301-310, 19 U.S.C. §§2411-2420), titled "Relief from Unfair Trade Practices," is often collectively referred to as "Section 301." Under Section 301, Congress grants the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) a range of responsibilities and authorities to investigate and take action (e.g., impose a tariff) to enforce U.S. rights under trade agreements or respond to certain foreign trade practices. As of June 2026, the second Trump Administration has initiated six investigations; four are ongoing and two investigations were completed in June 2026.

DR-CAFTA Short Supply

On July 8, 2026, the Committee for the Implementation of Textile Aggreements published in the Federal Register (91 FR 42181) Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (``CAFTA-DR'')

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (‘‘CITA’’) has determined that certain polyester/nylon blend dobby weave fabric is not available in commercial quantities in a timely manner in the CAFTA–DR countries. The product is added to the list in Annex 3.25 of the CAFTA–DR in unrestricted quantities.

Sole-Source Award: Homeland Security Uniforms

July 8, 2026, Sole-Source Award: Homeland Security Uniforms.

Posting the approved Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition, in accordance with RFO 6.301, for Contract 70B01C20D00000004 as modified through P00135 dated June 26, 2026.

Contractor: Workwear Outfitters LLC.

The contract includes FAR Clause 52.225-5, Trade Agreements. In addition, the contract will continue to comply with the requirements of 6 U.S.C. § 453b (commonly referred to as the Kissell Amendment). See: SAM Notification.

Award Notice: Helmet Pad

July 8, 2026, Award Notice: Helmet Pad.

Awardee: Safeware Inc.

Award Amount: $54,807.

See: SAM Notification.

Presolicitation Notice for FR ACU Unisex Coat

July 8, 2026, Presolicitation Notice for SPE1C126R0082 - FR ACU Unisex Coat

This acquisition will be issued for the manufacture and delivery of the FR, ACU, Unisex, Coat (PGC Code 03818). It is being issued as Total Small Business Set-Aside. The FR, ACU, Unisex Coat shall be manufactured in accordance with GL/PD 14-04B dated 7 March 2023.

All materials used to manufacture this item are to be furnished by the contractor.

All materials/components shall be Berry Amendment compliant.

See SAM Notification.

Contract Award: Terry Cloth

June 30, 2026, Contract Award: Terry Cloth

Awardee: Tabb Textiles Co Inc

Award amount: $228,625.

See: SAM Notification.

Contract Award: Silica Cloth

June 30, 2026,

Awardee: EHB Supply

Award amount: $2,272.

See: SAM Notification.

Presolicitation Notice for Coats & Trousers

July 1, 2026, Presolicitation Notice for Advanced Combat Uniform ACU Coats & Trousers

This acquisition will be issued with two (2) separate and distinct lots for the manufacture and delivery of the Coats and Trousers, ACU, OCP (PGCs 03976 & 03977).

All materials/components shall be Berry Amendment compliant.

See: SAM Notification.

Summary of Sole-Source Government Contracts

Defense Contract through June 30, 2026, by Region

Defense Contract Awards by the Numbers through 2nd Qtr. 2026

Men's and Women's Dress Coat Contract Awarded

June 30, 2026, Salute Industries Inc., Archdale, North Carolina, has been awarded a maximum $48,346,120 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for men's and women's dress coats. This was a competitive acquisition with five responses received. This is a five-year contract with no option periods. The performance completion date is June 29, 2031. Using military service is Air Force. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2026 through 2031 defense working capital funds. The contracting activity is Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (SPE1C1-26-D-0061).

Proposed Procurement: Fiberglass Cloth

Proposed procurement for NSN 8305014754276 CLOTH,FIBERGLASS: Line 0001 Qty 123 UI YD Deliver To: FB2037 DLA DISTRIBUTION OKC

See SAM Notification.

Proposed Procurement: Impregnated Cloth

Proposed procurement for NSN 8305016309274 CLOTH,IMPREGNATED: Line 0001 Qty 500 UI YD Deliver To: FB2037 DLA DISTRIBUTION OKC.

See: SAM Notification.

Proposed Procurement: Parachute Cloth

Proposed procurement for NSN 8305011159168 CLOTH,PARACHUTE: Line 0001 Qty 38000 UI YD Deliver To: ARIZONA INDUSTRIES FOR THE BLIND

See: SAM Notification.

Award Notice: Men's Coats

June 30, 2026, Award Notice: Men's Coats

Awardee: Salute Industires Inc.

Amount: $48,346,120.

See: SAM Notification

Request for Comments and Notice of Public Hearing Concerning the Annual Review of Country Eligibility for Benefits Under the African Growth and Opportunity Act for Calendar Year 2027

On June 30, 2026, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative published in the Federal Register (91 FR 39653) Request for Comments and Notice of Public Hearing Concerning the Annual Review of Country Eligibility for Benefits Under the African Growth and Opportunity Act for Calendar Year 2027.

Sources Sought: Extreme Cold Weather Sleeping Bag System

The Government is conducting a RFI to identify potential industry partners capable of supplying, designing, manufacturing, and delivering an Extreme Cold Weather Sleeping Bag System for Soldiers operating in extreme cold weather environments. The objective is to equip dismounted Soldiers with a lightweight, highly compressible, and durable sleep system capable of providing thermal protection and enabling necessary, uninterrupted sleep in extreme cold weather environments (down to -60°F) when heated shelters are unavailable.

Berry Amendment Compliance: Information regarding the firm's production capabilities for the submitted item(s), to include whether the item(s) can be domestically produced in compliance with Section 2533a of Title 10 U.S. Code (i.e. the “Berry Amendment”).

See: SAM Notification.

Sabers, shirts sustainment discussed during West Point logisticians’ visit to Troop Support

June 16, 2026, Maintaining uniform support to cadets at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point informed a visit to Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support by West Point logisticians June 8.

With approximately 1,350 cadets outfitted with new uniforms each year, the goal of the visit was to continue laying the groundwork for the Clothing and Textiles supply chain to manage long-term sustainment of some uniform items currently managed by Logistics Readiness Center- West Point.

C&T expedited orders for 4,320 men’s white shirts and 1,400 women’s white shirts ahead of West Point’s Reception Day, June 29, for Class of 2030 cadets. C&T is also providing approximately 6,500 dark gray shirts by early July and 1,400 windbreaker jackets by September.

Read more HERE.

Withhold Release Orders (WROs) on Garments Produced in Jordan by Needle Craft Ltd. and Casual Wear Apparel L.L.C.

CSMS # 69031301 - Withhold Release Orders (WROs) on Garments Produced in Jordan by Needle Craft Ltd. and Casual Wear Apparel L.L.C.

On June 23, 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued two Withhold Release Orders (WRO) against garments produced by Needle Craft Ltd. (Needle Craft) and Casual Wear Apparel L.L.C. (Casual Wear) garment-manufacturing factories in Jordan.  Effective immediately, CBP personnel at all U.S. ports of entry will detain shipments of these garments due to evidence reasonably indicating the use of forced labor in their production.   

2026 Textile Apparel Group (TAG) Conference Set for July 21 – 23

Register HERE.

Raychy Children's Light Sneakers Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Battery Ingestion; Violate Mandatory Standard for Consumer Products with Coin Batteries; Imported by Carina and Rambo

This recall involves Raychy Children's Light Sneakers Unisex. The sneakers are available in red, black, and blue, each featuring a distinctive spiderweb-patterned on top of the sneakers and soles that light up when walking. The shoes bear the "Fashion" label printed on the tongue.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the sneakers immediately and contact Carina and Rambo for a refund. Consumers will be asked to cut the shoe tongue, write "RECALLED" on both sides of the sneakers using a permanent marker, and provide a photo of disposal to raychyrecall@outlook.com in order to receive the refund.

Note: Button cell and coin batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled by following local hazardous waste procedures.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold Online At: Amazon.com in January 2026 for about $28.

Importer(s): Shenzhen Qicheng Trading Co., Ltd., dba Carina and Rambo, of China

Manufactured In: China

Recall number: 26-578

More information and photos HERE.

Kith Retail Recalls Children’s Loungewear Sets Due to Risk of Serious Injury from Burn Hazard; Violate Mandatory Standards for Children’s Sleepwear

This recall involves Kith-branded children’s loungewear sets. The recalled woven pajamas consist of a long-sleeved shirt with buttons, a front pocket and matching pants. The loungewear sets were sold in black and red plaid print in sizes 9-12 months through XL (14/16). “Kith” is embroidered on the front pocket and left leg of the pants. “Kith Kids” and the size are printed on the sewn-in neck label. “RN140659” and “KHK190026” are printed on the sewn-in side seam label.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the loungewear immediately and contact Kith Retail for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to destroy the pajamas by cutting them in half and to send a photo of the destroyed pajamas to recalls@kithnyc.com then dispose of the product. Consumers should refer to the instructions at kith.com/pages/recall.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold At: Kith stores nationwide and online at www.kith.com from December 2025 through January 2026 for about $75.

Importer(s): Kith Retail Inc. of Brooklyn, New York

Manufactured In: India

Recall number: 26-507

More information and photos HERE.

Small Purchase Exception for the Acquisition of U.S. Flags

On June 25, 2026, the Defense Acquisition Regulations System published in the Federal Register (91 FR 38386) Small Purchase Exception for the Acquisition of U.S. Flags (DFARS Case 2024-D013).

SUMMARY: DoD is proposing to amend the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to implement sections of the National Defense Authorization Acts for Fiscal Years 2024, 2025, and 2026. These sections provide a requirement for full domestic production of flags of the United States acquired by DoD, amend an exception to the requirement to buy certain articles from American sources, and expand the domestic sourcing requirement for seafood acquired for commissary resale.

DoD is proposing to revise the DFARS to implement section 832 of tNDhe National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 (Pub. L. 118-31), section 843 of the NDAA for FY 2025 (Pub. L. 118-159), and section 831 of the NDAA for FY 2026 (Pub. L. 119-60). Section 832 amends 10 U.S.C. 4862, known as the BERRY AMENDMENT, to add flags of the United States to the list of covered components or items at 10 U.S.C. 4862(b). The Berry Amendment mandates that DoD procure certain products--including food, clothing, fabrics, fibers, and hand tools--exclusively from domestic sources. Accordingly, section 832 requires that DoD must generally procure U.S. flags that are produced in the United States. Section 832 also revises the exception for small purchases provided in 10 U.S.C. 4862(h). Section 843 of the NDAA for FY 2025 clarifies that the exception at 10 U.S.C. 4862(d)(2) pertains to procurements by, or for, vessels in foreign waters. Section 831 narrows the commissary-resale exception at 10 U.S.C. 4862(g); as a result, this exception does not apply to seafood originating from certain countries.

Indefinite Suspension of the De Minimis Exemption for Mail Shipments and New Postal Informal Entry Process

On June 24, 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection published in the Federal Register (91 FR 37801) Indefinite Suspension of the De Minimis Exemption for Mail Shipments and New Postal Informal Entry Process

SUMMARY: This document amends the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations to implement an indefinite suspension of the de minimis administrative exemption for imports valued at $800 or less arriving through the international postal network. This document also establishes a new postal informal entry process for certain merchandise entering the United States through the mail environment.

DATES: Comments on the rule must be received on or before July 24, 2026.

Senate Armed Services Committee NDAA

S.4784 LEGISLATIVE TEXT

Sec. 839: Textile Industrial Base Assessment.

The Senate Armed Services Committee recommends a provision that would require the Secretary of Defense to contract with a federally funded research and development center to conduct a detailed assessment of the textile industrial base providing uniform items to the military services.

Sec. 840: Subsidies for Combat Boots.

The Senate Armed Services Committee recommends a provision that would require the Secretary of the Army, not later than June 1, 2027, to establish and implement a pilot program to provide subsidies for the cost of certain combat boots to members of the Army that receive a uniform allowance.

Sec. 841: Team for Textile Industrial Base.

The Senate Armed Services Committee recommends a provision that would require the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretaries of the military departments, to institute, not later than April 1, 2027, a cross-functional team on the textile industrial base to improve supply chain stability and resiliency. The provision also requires that the cross-functional team shall establish a pilot program, no later than January 1, 2028, to revitalize supply chains in the domestic textile industrial base.

REPORT TO ACCOMPANY S.4784.

Page 50. Automated textile manufacturing program.

The committee notes that in the table for Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation, Defense-wide, there is an increase to PE 0607210D8Z, Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment, of $50.0 million for the automated textile manufacturing program.

The committee notes the importance of the domestic textile industrial base to warfighter readiness for the production of Berry-compliant uniforms, footwear, and other textile and fabric applications. The committee encourages the Department of Defense to use the automated textile manufacturing program to identify and fund opportunities to expand production capacity and enhance competition within the domestic textile industrial base.

Page 188. Accelerate report on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substance-free chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear protective garments.

The committee understands that perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)-free textile technologies can provide new performance capabilities for individual Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) protective equipment. Individual CBRN protection is a key part of strategic deterrence against our adversaries. The committee is concerned that the Department of Defense may not be able to provide the servicemembers with advanced individual CBRN protection equipment unless it accelerates efforts to acquire and field PFAS-free textile technologies. In the Senate report accompanying S. 2296 (S. Rept. 119-39) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, the committee requested a briefing on ongoing efforts and a strategy to acquire PFAS-free textile technologies for individual CBRN protective equipment but has yet to receive the required briefing.

Therefore, the committee directs the Secretary of Defense to provide a briefing to the congressional defense committees, not later than February 1, 2027, on the Department's assessment to acquire PFAS-free textile technologies for individual CBRN protective equipment as soon as feasible. The briefing should include:

(1) Current efforts to secure the industrial base for PFAS-free textile technologies for individual CBRN protective equipment;

(2) A description of how advanced performance may enable new CBRN doctrines that enhance survivability and lethality in contested environments; and

(3) Any resources or legislative authorities necessary or beneficial to ensure these new technologies can be fielded by fiscal year 2028.

President, House, and Senate Agree on Troop Strengths

Air Force Boot Contract Awarded

June 26, 2026, Belleville Shoe Manufacturing Co.,* Belleville, Illinois, has been awarded a maximum $19,810,440 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for hot weather boots. This was a competitive acquisition with three responses received. This is a three-year contract with no option periods. The ordering period end date is June 25, 2029. Using military service is Air Force. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2026 through 2029 defense working capital funds. The contracting activity is Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (SPE1C1-26-D-0060).

Small business

Marine Boot Contract Awarded

June 26, 2026, McRae Industries Inc.,* Mount Gilead, North Carolina, has been awarded a maximum $31,730,382 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for temperate weather combat boots. This was a competitive acquisition with two responses received. This is a four-year contract with no option periods. The ordering period end date is June 25, 2030. Using military service is Marine Corps. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2026 through 2030 defense working capital funds. The contracting activity is Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (SPE1C1-26-D-0058).

*Small business

Cincinnati CBP’s operation ‘Protect the Pitch’ intercepts counterfeit FIFA World Cup 2026™ merchandise

June 26, 2026, officers seized 68 shipments of counterfeit FIFA World Cup 2026™ jerseys, shirts, shorts, footwear, hats, jewelry, and other merchandise. In total, officers intercepted 2,589 items that–if genuine–would have had a combined manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $266,566. These actions protect American consumers and businesses from intellectual property rights violations.

The seized shipments included 1,563 FIFA World Cup 2026™ jerseys, 306 pairs of shorts, 200 pairs of footwear, 150 hats, 80 shirts, and 290 other FIFA World Cup 2026™ related items. Most shipments originated from Mexico and Colombia and were destined for locations across the United States.

More information and photos HERE.

Space Force to test new mess dress uniform this fall

June 8, 2026, Space Force to test new mess dress uniform this fall.

When Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman addressed the graduating class of the Air Force Weapons School on June 13, he quietly put on display the new Space Force mess dress uniform.

The new black-tie formal garb will begin wear tests this fall, a Department of the Air Force spokesperson told Air & Space Forces Magazine. Volunteers for the wear tests recently completed fittings.

DAF updates uniform guidance for Chaplain Corps, Air Force maternity uniforms

June 15, 2026, the Department of the Air Force released implementation guidance for the Chaplain Corps uniform and the new Air Force maternity wrap dress.

Contract Opportunity: Upholstery Fabric (15,000 yard) for Army Family Housing.

June 23, 2026, Contract Opportunity: Upholstery Fabric (15,000 yard) for Army Family Housing.

See: SAM Notification.

Contract Award: Laminated Cloth

June 24, 2026, Cloth, Laminated.

Awardee: Airborne Supply Inc.

Award amount: $79,950.

See: SAM Notification.

Sole-Source: AIRSAVE Navy VESTS

June 24, 2026, AIRSAVE Navy VESTS.

Due to the urgency of this procurement, market research was limited to Weckworth.

See: SAM Notification.

Contract Opportunity: Wool Parkas

June 26, 2026, Contract Opportunity: WOOL PARKAS.

This purchase description covers the requirements for a Parka constructed with a shell melton cloth with the contents 90% Wool and 10% Nylon (+/- 3%).

Black Parka coats must be in compliance with the BERRY AMENDMENT in accordance with DFARS 252.225-7012 listed within this solicitation

See: SAM Notification.

Sole-Source: 75mm Ski Boots

June 26, 2026, Sole-Source: 75mm Ski Boots

Market Research conducted by the Government indicates Danner is the only known domestic manufacturer, willing and capable of producing a specialized 75mm ski boot that meets the Marine Corps' technical and operational requirements. No other domestic source currently offers a product that meets the Marine Corps' stringent Berry Amendment compliance and technical specifications.

See: SAM Notifacation.

Announcement for H.R. 8800 – National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027

H.R. 8800 – National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027

The House Committee on Rules may meet the week of June 29th to provide for floor consideration of H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027.

Read the annoucement HERE.

PROPOSED AMENDMENT(S)

Representative Ralph Norman (Republican, South Carolina 5th) offered an amendment to require the Department of the Army to provide a briefing to the House and Senate Armed Services Committees within 180 days on currently validated insect repellents available to the Army. Directs the briefing to include ongoing evaluations of insect-repellent fabric treatments for combat uniforms, performance analyses of such treatments, and current research and development efforts to improve uniform insect repellency. Submitted

See: https://amendments-rules.house.gov/amendments/Draft%20amendment260618144900374.pdf.

SHEIN Distribution Corporation Recalls Michley Children’s Pajamas Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn Hazard; Violate Mandatory Standard for Children’s Sleepwear

This recall involves Michley-branded children’s pajamas. The recalled one-piece pajamas were sold in green with a dinosaur patch, pink with a bunny patch, yellow with a giraffe patch and purple with a rabbit patch; and in sizes 80 through 130. “Michley” and the size are printed on a sewn-in seam label.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled pajamas immediately and contact SHEIN for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to destroy the pajamas by cutting them in half and send a photo of the destroyed pajamas to uscsteam@shein.com. Consumers should then dispose of the destroyed product.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold Online At: SHEIN.com from May 2025 through December 2025 for about $25. The third-party seller has not responded to CPSC’s Notice of Violation. CPSC issued a Product Safety Warning for products sold by the seller.

Importer(s): SHEIN Distribution Corporation, of Los Angeles, California

Manufactured In: China

Recall number: 26-567

More information and photos HERE.

Veseacky Pajama Sets Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn Hazard; Violate Mandatory Standards for Children’s Sleepwear

This recall involves Veseacky pajama sets. The pajama sets consist of a long-sleeve, button-up top with a front pocket and matching pants. They were sold in various colors and prints. The pajama sets have the size and care instructions printed on a sewn-in side seam label. The model number “C0001-NB 130-LCUS” is on a barcode sticker on the packaging.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled pajama sets immediately and contact Veseacky for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to destroy the pajamas by cutting them in half and send a photo of the destroyed pajama set to Veseackypajamarecall@outlook.com. Consumers should then dispose of the destroyed product.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold Online At: Amazon.com from October 2020 through January 2026 for about $29.

Importer(s): Shenzhen City ShengRu Fu Shi Company Ltd., doing business as Veseacky, of China

Manufactured In: China

Recall number: 26-564

More information and photos HERE.

CBP Miami Seizes Over 16,000 Counterfeit FIFA World Cup 2026™ Jerseys

Release Date Thu, 06/18/2026

MIAMI, Fla – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Miami announced today the seizure of 8,400 counterfeit Nike soccer jerseys, valued at a domestic total of $252,000 and a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $840,000. This significant seizure occurred on June 17, 2026, at Miami International Airport as part of the ongoing Trade Special Operation World Cup.

More information and photo HERE.

Officers at Houston seaport seize more than $6 million in counterfeit FIFA World Cup 2026 Merchandise

Release Date Thu, 06/18/2026

HOUSTON – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers from the Area Port of Houston/Galveston Trade Enforcement Team today announced they have seized athletic wear, soccer balls, toys, sunglass cases, counterfeit Apple products, and perfume for Intellectual Property Rights violations, including trademarks owned by FIFA. Total domestic value of the counterfeit merchandise was over $6 million.

More information and photo HERE

CSMS # 68987884 CORRECTION: Reauthorization of Preferential Trade Legislative (PTL) Programs - African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), Haiti Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE), and Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP)

This message replaces CSMS 67647279 published on February 6, 2026.

This updated guidance provides importer instructions for requesting AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP retroactive duty refunds.

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2026 Reauthorization

On February 3, 2026, the President signed H.R.7148 (“the Act”), extending duty-free treatment through December 31, 2026, for imports from eligible African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) beneficiary countries and select imports from Haiti under the Haiti/HOPE and Haiti/HELP programs, for imports entered or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption. The Act extends special rules for Haiti under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act.

The Act also provides for retroactive duty refunds (without interest) of ad valorem duties paid on eligible imports entered or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption during the lapse of these programs from October 1, 2025, through February 3, 2026. Retroactive duty refunds are applicable only to the Column 1 ad valorem duties paid during the lapse. Refunds made pursuant to the Act are not available for merchandise processing fees or any other type of duty.

Additionally, this guidance is to inform the Trade that effective Friday, February 6, 2026, 12:01 A.M., importers were able to resume claiming preferential benefits for eligible AGOA non-textiles products by filing entries with the special program indicator SPI “D”, and for eligible AGOA and Haiti textile products by filing the applicable textile Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) tariff number along with the qualified chapter 98 HTSUS numbers provided below.

Applicable entries filed after February 3, 2026, are considered current preferential claims with all normal avenues available for changes to entries including Post Summary Correction (PSC), Protest, etc.

Further, effective Monday, February 9, 2026, 12:01 A.M. importers were able to resume claiming preferential benefits on applicable imports under the reestablished quota programs for eligible imports from AGOA beneficiary countries and Haiti.

For eligible quota entries filed between February 4 through February 8, 2026, quota was processed once it was reestablished for both programs.

Further, this message is to inform the Trade that pursuant to Presidential Proclamation 11030 issued May 19, 2026, the Gabonese Republic (Gabon) has been reinstated as a beneficiary sub-Saharan African country under AGOA, effective January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. Non-textile imports from Gabon will receive preferential benefits as provided under General Note 16 of the HTSUS. Textile products of Gabon are not eligible for benefits.

AGOA Textile Program
The HTSUS Chapter 98, subchapter XIX identifies HTSUS Chapter 1-97 AGOA eligible textile goods.

Twelve (12) HTSUS 98 numbers are associated with AGOA textile commodities: 9819.11.03, 9819.11.06, 9819.11.09, 9819.11.12, 9819.11.15, 9819.11.18, 9819.11.21, 9819.11.24, 9819.11.27, 9819.11.30, 9819.11.33, 9802.00.80.42.

Haiti HOPE/HELP Textile Program
Haiti HOPE/HELP programs provide preferential treatment for imports of apparel, textiles, and wire harness classified under HTSUS 8544.42.9090.

The HTSUS, U.S. Note 6 of Chapter 98, Subchapter XX of the HTSUS, lists the 98 numbers assigned to this program for commodities under HTSUS chapter 42, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65 and more.

Thirteen (13) HTSUS 98 numbers are associated with Haiti textile commodities: 9820.42.05, 9820.61.25, 9820.61.30, 9820.61.35, 9820.61.40, 9820.61.45, 9820.62.05, 9820.62.12, 9820.62.20, 9820.62.25, 9820.62.30, 9820.63.05, 9820.65.05.

Haiti HOPE - Earned Import Allowance Program (EIAP)
Earned Import Allowance Certificates issued by the Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration, Office of Textiles and Apparel must be submitted electronically within the 52 record (License/Permit/Certificate (LPC) Type Code “13”) to claim earned import allowance credits for qualifying fabric under the Haiti HOPE program.

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Importer Instructions for Requesting Retroactive Duty Refund
Eligible AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP entries submitted during the lapse (October 01, 2025, through February 3, 2026) and for which ad valorem duties were paid are allowed to submit a retroactive duty refund request to CBP no later than August 2, 2026.

1. Unliquidated Entries and filing Post Summary Corrections (PSC): 
Filers must submit a retroactive refund request via PSC for unliquidated entries within 180 days of the Act's enactment date.

To ensure timely processing in the weekly liquidation cycle, filers must submit an Accelerated Liquidation Request with their PSC submission using the appropriate ABI indicator (liquidation reason code 37 - Filer request for refund.)

The “PSC Filing Explanation” must clearly state 'Retroactive AGOA Duty Refund' or ‘Retroactive Haiti Duty Refund’ and reference the relevant CSMS message number and date – CSMS # 68987884, dated June 18, 2026.

PSC refund requests related to Non-Textile products under the AGOA preference program must include the SPI “D” on the PSC entry.

PSC refund requests related to Textile products under AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP preference programs must be completed to include the following:

a) File the Chapter 1-97 HTSUS tariff code together with the applicable HTSUS chapter 98 number mentioned above under headings labeled, “AGOA Textile Program and “Haiti HOPE/HELP Textile Program.”

b) Visas issued by AGOA or Haiti government authorities are not required to claim retroactive refunds for AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP eligible textile imports. However, ACE system validations require that a number be entered in the LPC Perm Cert # field in the 52-record when a PSC pairs HTSUS chapter 98 with the associated HTSUS textile commodity code.

• • If a visa number for an entry made during the lapse is available, it may be entered in the 52-record when filing the PSC.
  • For AGOA, if no visa number is available, please use the following placeholder: 9XX999999, where XX is the ISO country code for the country of origin of the goods. For example, 9KE999999, would be used for textile eligible goods from Kenya.
  • For Haiti HOPE/HELP, if no visa number is available, please use the following placeholder: XHT999999, where X is the calendar year of export (enter 5 for 2025 or 6 for 2026). For example, 5HT999999 would be used for textile goods eligible for HOPE/HELP exported in calendar year 2025.

c) The SPI "D" must not be filed with textiles entries.

Note: PSCs filed later than 180 days after the Act's enactment date (after August 2, 2026) for eligible AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP entry summaries that occurred during the lapse period will be rejected, and the retroactive duty refund will not be issued.

2. Liquidated Entries and filing Protest within the Protest Period: 
For liquidated entries, a protest must be submitted no later than 180 days after the Act's enactment date – by August 2, 2026. The “Reason for Protest” field must clearly state “Retroactive AGOA Duty Refund” or “Retroactive Haiti Duty Refund” and reference the relevant CSMS message number and date - CSMS # 68987884, dated June 18, 2026. A Certificate of Origin and a costed bill of materials including origin of each material must be submitted to support each refund request.

Note: Protests filed later than 180 days after the Act's enactment date (after August 2, 2026) for eligible AGOA or Haiti HOPE/HELP entries that occurred during the lapse period will be denied, and the retroactive duty refund will not be issued.

3. Liquidated Entries and Submitting Duty Refund Requests Past the Protest Period:
Filers must submit a written request for liquidated entries that are past the protest period by no later than 180 days after the Act’s date - by August 2, 2026. If the request is filed after August 2, 2026, it will be denied and the refund will not be issued.

Filers must transmit written requests electronically to the ACE Document Image System (DIS), for eligible liquidated AGOA or Haiti HOPE/HELP entries.

If submitting to DIS via Electronic Data Interface, use the Document Label: AGOA_REFUND or HAITI_REFUND.

If submitting to DIS via email, the document filename must include Doc-Code CBP176 (for AGOA) or Doc-Code CBP177 (for Haiti).

For DIS submissions, an email must also be sent to the Center of Excellence and Expertise (Center) based on the Center team code on the entry summary. The subject line on the email to the Center should read “AGOA Refund Request- Entry# XXX-XXXXXXX” or “Haiti Refund Request- Entry# XXX-XXXXXXX.” Center email addresses for each Center are at the Center Directory at cbp.gov:  https://www.cbp.gov/trade/centers-excellence-and-expertise-information/cee-directory 

Guidance for how to submit documents to DIS is found in the DIS Implementation Guide located at: https://www.cbp.gov/document/guidance/ace-dis-implementation-guide.

4. Quota Entries and Submitting Duty Refund Requests:
Quota is not retroactive. However, for eligible entries made during the lapse that would have qualified for in-quota rates, any ad valorem duties paid exceeding the in-quota rate will be refunded.

PSC/Protest filed on eligible quota textile products must include the textile-related HTSUS tariff code from Chapters 1-97. Additionally, one of the following HTSUS Chapter 98 numbers must be added: 9819.11.09 (for visa type 4) or 9819.11.12 (for visa type 5).

The SPI "D" must not be filed with these entries.

Applicable entries made starting Monday, February 9, 2026, may resume access to quota preferential treatment.

Instructions on how to file by quota program may be found at:

• Quota Bulletin 26-134 2026 Haiti Economic Lift Program Act (HELP): https://www.cbp.gov/trade/quota/bulletins/qb-26-134-2026
• Quota Bulletin 26-407 2026 African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Limits: https://www.cbp.gov/trade/quota/bulletins/qb-26-407-2026
• Quota Bulletin 26-409 2026 Haiti Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership and Encouragement (HOPE): https://www.cbp.gov/trade/quota/bulletins/qb-26-409-2026

Filing for International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) Duty Refunds
Filers are prohibited from initiating an IEEPA duty refund request by filing a PSC.

PSCs that are filed for any issue, must be filed prior to submitting an IEEPA duty refund request via a Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) Declaration, including PSC requests for retroactive refund on entries eligible for duty free treatment due to the AGOA and the Haiti HOPE/HELP program lapse.

Once a CAPE Declaration is filed and accepted, a PSC cannot be filed.

Imports Subject to Antidumping and Countervailing Duties (AD/CVD)
Eligible AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP entries subject to AD/CVD duties will be able to request administrative refund for Column 1 duties, but not for AD/CVD duties.

Imports Subject to Section 232 Trade Remedy Actions
Eligible AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP goods that are subject to Section 232 duties or quotas in accordance with 19 USC 2463(b)(2), may not receive AGOA or Haiti HOPE/HELP duty preference. Therefore, imports from AGOA or Haiti HOPE/HELP that are subject to Section 232 duties are not eligible for retroactive duty refund.

• Entry Summaries with Section 232 Lines and non-Section 232 Lines - Entry summaries containing eligible AGOA or Haiti HOPE/HELP goods subject to Section 232 as well as goods not subject to Section 232 will be liquidated in its entirety for the processing of the retroactive refund for the eligible AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP entry lines. Filers waiting for Department of Commerce Exclusion IDs are encouraged to file a protest to re-open eligible liquidated entry line.
• Section 232 list of commodities is available at: https://www.cbp.gov/trade/programs-administration/trade-remedies.