Maryland Biotech Firm Gains Foreign-Trade Subzone Status

2026-19699, Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 57, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Eli Lilly and Company; (Drug Products); Concord, North Carolina

Eli Lilly wants to start making several important drug products at their Concord, North Carolina facility under special Foreign-Trade Zone rules. This move helps them save on import duties for certain materials while producing medicines for diabetes, migraines, inflammation, weight management, and Alzheimer's. The government got their request on September 17, 2026, and is reviewing it to give the green light soon.

2026-19698, Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 93, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Eli Lilly and Company; (Drug Products); Durham, North Carolina

Eli Lilly wants to start making several special drug products at their Durham, North Carolina facility under Foreign-Trade Zone 93. This means they can use certain imported materials without paying duties while producing medicines for diabetes, migraines, inflammation, weight management, and Alzheimer's. The change could speed up production and save money, with the proposal officially received on September 17, 2026.

2026-19589, Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 40, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Olon USA LLC; (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients); Concord, Ohio

Olon USA LLC in Concord, Ohio wants to start making special cancer and kidney treatment ingredients in Foreign-Trade Zone 40. This means they can save money on import duties for certain materials, with rates between 3% and 6.5%. People have until November 3, 2026, to share their thoughts before the plan gets the green light.

2026-19593, Foreign-Trade Zone 57; Approval of Subzone Status; AUMOVIO Systems, Inc.; Morganton, North Carolina

AUMOVIO Systems in Morganton, North Carolina, just got the green light to become a special part of Foreign-Trade Zone 57, called Subzone 57J. This means they can enjoy benefits like easier customs rules, helping their business grow without extra costs. The approval happened on September 21, 2026, and fits within the zone’s size limits, so things are set to roll smoothly!

2026-19591, Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 272, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Infinera Corporation; (Telecommunications Devices); Allentown, Pennsylvania

Infinera Corporation in Allentown, PA, wants to make special fiber optic parts in Foreign-Trade Zone 272, which means they can save on import taxes for certain materials. This change helps Infinera build cool telecom devices like Optical Transmit/Receive Subassemblies and Transceiver Photonic Integrated Circuits more cheaply and efficiently. The government is reviewing this now, so keep an eye out for updates soon!

2026-19592, Foreign-Trade Zone 57, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; AUMOVIO Systems, Inc.; (Electronic Braking, Suspension, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and Related Automotive Components and Systems); Morganton, North Carolina

AUMOVIO Systems in Morganton, NC, wants to make car parts like brakes and suspension components using some imported materials under special trade rules. This move could save them money on import duties, with rates from zero to 2.5%. The government is reviewing this plan, which was officially submitted in early September 2026.

Previous: 2026-12074, Center for Scientific Review; Notice of Closed Meetings

The Center for Scientific Review is holding several closed virtual meetings in July 2026 to review and evaluate grant and contract proposals. These meetings protect private info and trade secrets while deciding who gets funding for important health research. If you’re involved in these grants, mark your calendar—these reviews shape who gets money and when.

Next: 2026-12076, Name of Information Collection: NASA Small Business Supplier Development Program (Formerly Known as the NASA Mentor-Protégé Program)

NASA’s Small Business Supplier Development Program helps big contractors mentor small businesses to grow and win more NASA and government contracts. They’re updating how they collect reports to keep track of progress while cutting down on paperwork. If you’re involved, get ready to share feedback by August 17, 2026, and keep an eye on new reporting rules that make things easier and clearer.