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2026-12659 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 32; Authorization of Production Activity; 3nStar, Inc.; (Point of Sale Terminals); Doral, Florida

3nStar, Inc. in Doral, Florida got the green light to start making point of sale terminals inside Foreign-Trade Zone 32. This means they can produce these devices with special trade benefits, helping them save money and speed up operations. The approval was finalized on June 18, 2026, so production can roll out smoothly from now on.

2026-12536 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 102; Authorization of Limited Production Activity; Tight Line Composites, LLC; (Carbon Fiber Profiles for Wind Turbine Spar Caps); Earth City, Missouri

Tight Line Composites in Earth City, Missouri, got the green light to start making carbon fiber parts for wind turbines inside Foreign-Trade Zone 102, but only on a limited basis. They must use special foreign materials with 'privileged foreign' status, which keeps things fair and follows trade rules. This update kicks in now and helps the company grow while keeping an eye on trade protections.

2026-12575 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 189; Authorization of Production Activity; Plascore, Incorporated; (Metal, Aramid Paper and Plastic Honeycomb); Zeeland, Michigan

Plascore, Incorporated in Zeeland, Michigan, got the green light to make metal, aramid paper, and plastic honeycomb products in Foreign-Trade Zone 189. This approval lasts two years and helps Plascore find a local supplier for aramid fiber. The move could speed up production and save money by using special trade zone benefits.

2026-12573 — Production Activity Not Authorized; Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 75; Catalina Components, Inc.; (Vehicle Parts); Chandler, Arizona

Catalina Components, Inc. in Chandler, Arizona asked to start making vehicle parts in a special trade zone but got a 'not authorized' decision. They’ll need to apply again if they want permission to produce there. No production can start yet, so no money changes hands for this activity right now.

2026-12567 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 70; Authorization of Production Activity; IMRA America Inc.; (Femtosecond Fiber Laser Systems); Ann Arbor, Michigan

IMRA America in Ann Arbor, Michigan, got the green light to make their super-fast femtosecond fiber laser systems inside Foreign-Trade Zone 70. This means they can produce these high-tech lasers with special trade benefits, helping them save money and speed up production. The approval was finalized on June 18, 2026, so IMRA can get to work right away!

2026-12534 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 18, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; KLA Corporation; (Semiconductor Wafer Fabrication Tools); Milpitas, California

KLA Corporation in Milpitas, California, wants to start making special tools and parts for inspecting and measuring semiconductor wafers inside Foreign-Trade Zone 18. This move could speed up production and save money by using imported materials more efficiently. The government got their request on June 12, 2026, and is reviewing it to give the green light soon.

Previous: 2025-16099 — Notice of Scope Rulings

The U.S. Department of Commerce just shared a list of decisions made from April to June 2025 about what products fall under certain trade rules. If you’re a business involved in importing or exporting, these rulings could affect what rules apply to your goods. Keep an eye out for future updates every few months to stay in the know and avoid surprises!

Next: 2025-16101 — Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Kaua'i Island Utility Cooperative Habitat Conservation Plan, Kaua'i, Hawai'i

The Kaua'i Island Utility Cooperative wants permission to make some changes to powerlines and lighting on Kaua'i that might affect nine local species. They’ve put together a plan to protect these animals while upgrading their services. The government is sharing a draft report about the plan and asking people to share their thoughts before moving forward.