Houston Lab Gets Customs Nod for Oil Testing Duties

2026-11566 — Accreditation and Approval of AmSpec, LLC (South Portland, ME) as a Commercial Gauger and Laboratory

AmSpec, LLC in South Portland, ME, is officially approved to measure and test petroleum products for U.S. Customs starting September 10, 2025. This means businesses dealing with petroleum can trust AmSpec’s work for the next three years, with the next check-up scheduled for 2028. No extra costs or changes for customers are expected—just reliable, official testing and gauging services.

2026-11564 — Accreditation and Approval of AmSpec, LLC (Mickleton, NJ) as a Commercial Gauger and Laboratory

AmSpec, LLC in Mickleton, NJ, just got the green light to measure and test petroleum products for U.S. Customs starting September 29, 2025. This approval lasts three years, helping ensure accurate fuel checks and smooth trade. Businesses dealing with petroleum can trust AmSpec’s certified skills, with the next review set for September 2028—no extra costs announced.

2026-11565 — Notice of Revocation of Customs Brokers' Licenses

Customs brokers who didn’t file their required status reports by February 29, 2024, had their licenses canceled automatically. This affects brokers across various U.S. ports, meaning they can’t legally work until they fix this. If you’re one of them, act fast to avoid losing business and money!

2026-11563 — Accreditation and Approval of AmSpec, LLC (Signal Hill, CA) as a Commercial Gauger and Laboratory

AmSpec, LLC in Signal Hill, CA, just got the green light to measure and test petroleum products for U.S. Customs starting November 20, 2025. This approval lasts three years, helping importers and exporters trust their fuel checks are spot-on. No extra costs or changes for businesses, but keep an eye out for the next inspection in November 2028!

2026-11113 — Tuna Tariff-Rate Quota for Calendar Year 2026 for Tuna Classifiable Under Subheading 1604.14.22, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS)

In 2026, the U.S. will allow up to 16.36 million kilograms of tuna in airtight containers to enter with a lower 6% tariff. If imports go over that amount, a higher 12.5% tariff kicks in. This affects tuna importers who need to watch their shipments from January 1 to December 31, 2026, to avoid extra costs.

2026-11019 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Extension; Cargo Manifest/Declaration, Stow Plan, Container Status Messages and Importer Security Filing

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is asking to keep collecting important shipping info like cargo manifests, stow plans, and container updates. This affects importers and shipping companies who must keep sharing these details to help keep trade safe and smooth. They want your feedback by August 3, 2026, but no new fees or big changes are coming—just an extension to keep things running.

Previous: 2025-12580 — Approval and Accreditation of AmSpec, LLC (Destrehan, LA) as a Commercial Gauger and Laboratory

Great news! AmSpec, LLC in Destrehan, LA, is officially approved to measure and test petroleum products for customs starting May 8, 2024. This means businesses dealing with these products can trust AmSpec’s work for the next three years, keeping things smooth and official without extra costs or delays.

Next: 2025-12582 — Approval and Accreditation of NMK Resources, Inc. (Kenner, LA) as a Commercial Gauger and Laboratory

NMK Resources, Inc. in Kenner, LA, just got the green light to measure and test petroleum products for customs for the next three years starting May 15, 2024. This means businesses dealing with petroleum can trust NMK’s work for official customs checks. No extra costs or changes for you, just smoother, official testing ahead!