Tape Firm Sticks to New Trade Zone Status

2026-11793 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 26, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Trinidad Benham Corporation; (Rolls of Aluminum Foil and Aluminum Foil Containers); LaGrange, Georgia

Trinidad Benham Corporation wants to start making aluminum foil rolls and containers at their LaGrange, Georgia plant inside Foreign-Trade Zone 26. This move could save them money on import duties for certain materials, but some special trade rules apply. People have until July 22, 2026, to share their thoughts before the plan gets the green light.

2026-11776 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 207, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Lutron Electronics Co., Inc.; (Window Shades); Ashland, Virginia

Lutron Electronics in Ashland, Virginia wants to make window shades using some imported parts inside Foreign-Trade Zone 207. This move could save them money on import taxes and speed up production. The government is reviewing their plan, which covers specific materials and products, with no immediate cost changes but potential savings down the road.

2026-11775 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 252, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Fermi Inc.; (Modular Nuclear Power Plant and Natural Gas Power Plant); Panhandle, Texas

Fermi Inc. wants to build modular nuclear and natural gas power plants in Panhandle, Texas, using some imported parts that could have taxes or fees. This plan could save money and speed up production by using special Foreign-Trade Zone rules. The government is reviewing the request, which was filed on June 2, 2026, and could impact how these power plants are made and how much they cost.

2026-11777 — Foreign-Trade Zone 124; Application for Expansion of Subzone 124D; LOOP LLC; St. James, Louisiana

LOOP LLC in St. James, Louisiana, wants to grow their Foreign-Trade Zone by adding 41.5 acres next to their current site. This expansion could boost local business without changing what they produce right now. People have until July 21, 2026, to share their thoughts, so don’t miss your chance to speak up!

2026-11547 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 218, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; OCULUS Surgical, Inc.; (Ophthalmic Diagnostic Equipment); Port St. Lucie, Florida

OCULUS Surgical in Port St. Lucie, Florida, wants to start making high-tech eye diagnostic equipment using some parts from other countries without paying extra import taxes right away. This move helps OCULUS save money and speed up production of cool devices like eye scanners and measurement tools. The government is reviewing this plan, which was officially submitted on June 3, 2026.

2026-11546 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 52, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Photonics Industries International, Inc.; (Laser Systems); Ronkonkoma, New York

Photonics Industries International wants to start making laser system parts at their Ronkonkoma, New York facility inside Foreign-Trade Zone 52. This means they can bring in certain materials with lower or no import taxes, helping them save money and speed up production. If you have thoughts, you’ve got until July 20, 2026, to speak up!

Previous: 2025-21563 — Approval of Subzone Status; Elite Logistix, LLC; Rock Hill, South Carolina

Elite Logistix in Rock Hill, South Carolina just got the green light to become a special subzone under Foreign-Trade Zone 38. This means they can enjoy some cool trade benefits while staying within the 2,000-acre limit of FTZ 38. The approval happened on November 25, 2025, opening doors for smoother and possibly cheaper import/export operations soon!

Next: 2025-21565 — Notice of Public Hearing

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation is hosting a virtual public hearing on December 12, 2025, to hear ideas and feedback from anyone interested. If you want to speak or send a written statement, you need to sign up by December 5. This is a great chance for organizations and individuals to influence important development finance decisions without any cost to attend.