CSMS #69324417 · Harmonized System Update (HSU) 2616
Brief takeaway: According to this CBP notice, a Harmonized System Update includes Section 301 Brazil HTS changes and an FDA flagging change, which may be relevant to importers of affected goods.
What changed: The notice states that HSU 2616, created July 21, 2026, contains 20 harmonized tariff records and 80 Automated Broker Interface (ABI) records covering PGA HTS flagging and Section 301 Brazil HTS updates. According to the notice, the FDA tariff flag was changed from FD2 to FD1 for HTS 2941.50.0000 (Erythromycin and its derivatives; salts thereof), and the Section 301 Brazil HTS updates are effective July 22, 2026 (91 FR 45516).
Who's affected: The notice cites Section 301 updates tied to Brazil (BR) as an origin, and names HTS 2941.50.0000 for the FDA flagging change. The specific HTS codes covered by the Brazil Section 301 updates are not listed in this notice.
What to review:
- Review whether your imported goods fall under the Section 301 Brazil HTS updates effective July 22, 2026, referencing 91 FR 45516.
- Confirm with your broker how the FDA tariff flag change from FD2 to FD1 for HTS 2941.50.0000 may affect your PGA reporting.
- Check that your ABI/entry filing reflects the updated HTS records in HSU 2616.
- Confirm the current origin and classification of affected products with your customs broker.
This is general information, not legal advice and not a compliance determination — confirm specifics with a licensed customs broker or trade counsel.
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This update is a general educational summary based on public CBP CSMS / Federal Register information. It is not legal advice, customs broker advice, a final classification, duty determination, entry instruction, or compliance determination. Importers should confirm applicability, effective dates, HTSUS/Chapter 99 reporting, rates, refunds, PSC procedures, and filing instructions with their licensed customs broker, trade counsel, and/or CBP.