Aluminum, Imports Into U.S.; Further Strengthening Actions To Adjust (Proc. 11045)
Proc. 11045 further strengthens tariffs on aluminum imports into the U.S., increasing duties and expanding scope. Small cross-border importers must verify HS codes, country of origin, and duty rates to avoid penalties.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Small Cross-Border Importers space on July 22, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Small cross-border importers of aluminum products, especially those sourcing from China or using de minimis exemptions. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Effective date of Proc. 11045 (check Federal Register for exact date; likely within 30 days of publication).. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Small Cross-Border Importers continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Additional tariffs and stricter enforcement on aluminum imports under Proc. 11045, including potential removal of de minimis eligibility for certain aluminum goods.
Who it affects
Small cross-border importers of aluminum products, especially those sourcing from China or using de minimis exemptions.
What you must do
Review all aluminum product HS codes and country of origin; recalculate landed costs; ensure compliance with new duty rates and documentation requirements.
Deadline
Effective date of Proc. 11045 (check Federal Register for exact date; likely within 30 days of publication).
Never miss a change like this again
Aforeworn watches Small Cross-Border Importers around the clock and alerts you the moment a rule moves — with a plain-English brief on what to do.
Start your free trialRelated changes in Small Cross-Border Importers
- Alcoholic Beverages; Imposing Additional Duties To Offset Canadian Discrimination Against U.S. Commerce (Proc. 11046)
- Investigations; Determinations, Modifications, and Rulings, etc.: Fresh Tomatoes from Mexico
- US-CONGRESS BILLS-119hr2715eh: Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act
- US Trade Developments: IEEPA Refund Processing, De Minimis Suspension, and Section 301 Investigation Against Germany - The National Law Review
- USTR Announces Section 301 Tariffs on Brazil: New 25% Duties to Take Effect July 22 - The National Law Review