Extension of Emergency Import Restrictions Imposed on Archaeological and Ethnological Material of Afghanistan

Brief takeaway: The notice extends existing emergency U.S. import restrictions on certain Afghan archaeological and ethnological material and updates the regulatory language describing that material.

What changed: According to the notice, CBP is amending its regulations to reflect an extension of the emergency import restrictions originally imposed in CBP Decision 22-04. The notice states these restrictions are extended through April 28, 2029, and that the regulatory language is being updated to describe the restricted material consistent with CBP's other cultural property restrictions.

Who's affected: The notice names archaeological and ethnological material of Afghanistan (Afghan origin). Specific HTS chapters or codes are not stated in this notice; the covered material is defined by the designated list referenced in CBP's regulations rather than by HTS numbers here.

What to review:
- Review whether any imported items may be archaeological or ethnological material of Afghan origin as described in CBP's designated list.
- Confirm with your customs broker whether the extended restrictions may be relevant to a specific shipment and what documentation may be required.
- Check whether export or provenance documentation may be needed to support lawful entry under these restrictions.
- Review the updated regulatory language referenced in the notice for the current description of covered material.

This is general information, not legal advice and not a compliance determination — confirm specifics with a licensed customs broker or trade counsel.