San Antonio Engine Refurbisher Gets Foreign-Trade Zone Approval

2026-22299, Production Activity Not Authorized; Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 84; AuroraTe LLC; (Galvanized Steel Pipes); Houston, Texas

AuroraTe LLC asked to start making galvanized steel pipes in Houston’s Foreign-Trade Zone 84, but the board said, 'Not yet!' They need to submit a full application to get approval before they can begin production. No changes or money moves happen until that happens, so stay tuned!

2026-22302, Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 17, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Honeywell Aerospace US LLC; (Aircraft Components); Olathe, Kansas

Honeywell Aerospace in Olathe, Kansas wants to start making special aircraft parts inside Foreign-Trade Zone 17. This means they can save money and speed up production by using certain imported materials with fewer fees. The government is reviewing their plan, which could boost local jobs and innovation soon.

2026-22304, Foreign-Trade Zone 222; Approval of Subzone Status; Vulcaflex Inc.; Auburn, Alabama

Vulcaflex Inc. in Auburn, Alabama just got the green light to become a special subzone under Foreign-Trade Zone 222. This means they can enjoy cool trade benefits while staying within the 2,000-acre limit of FTZ 222. The approval happened on October 28, 2026, opening new doors for local business growth and smoother international trade.

2026-22300, Production Activity Not Authorized; Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 30; Stadler US Inc.; (Passenger Rolling Stock); Salt Lake City, Utah

Stadler US Inc. asked to start making passenger train cars in Salt Lake City under Foreign-Trade Zone 30, but the government said 'not yet!' They need to apply again for official permission before they can begin production. No money changes hands now, but the clock is ticking if they want to move forward.

2026-22298, Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 53; Authorization of Production Activity; Baker Hughes Oilfield Operations, LLC; (Components for Electrical Submersible Pumping Systems); Claremore, Oklahoma

Baker Hughes Oilfield Operations in Claremore, Oklahoma, got the green light to make parts for electrical submersible pumps inside Foreign-Trade Zone 53. This approval lets them operate under special trade rules for two years, helping them save money and speed up production. The decision took effect in late 2026 and means smoother business for Baker Hughes and their customers.

2026-22344, Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 38; Authorization of Production Activity; Coroplast Tape Corporation; (Pressure Sensitive Tapes); Rock Hill, South Carolina

Coroplast Tape Corporation in Rock Hill, South Carolina, got the green light to start making pressure-sensitive tapes in their Foreign-Trade Zone facility. This means they can produce goods with special trade benefits, helping them save money and speed up operations. The approval came after a smooth review process, with no delays or extra costs announced.

Previous: 2026-22351, Corrosion-Resistant Steel Products From Mexico: Notice of Court Decision Not in Harmony With the Final Determination of Antidumping Duty Investigation; Notice of Amended Final Determination; Notice of Amended Antidumping Duty Order, in Part

The U.S. Court of International Trade changed the rules on how much extra tax (called antidumping duty) Galvasid and other Mexican steel makers must pay for corrosion-resistant steel sold in the U.S. Starting October 29, 2026, these companies will see updated tax rates based on the court's decision. This means importers and buyers should expect changes in costs tied to these steel products.

Next: 2026-22353, Truck Bed Covers From the People's Republic of China: Amended Preliminary Determination of the Less-Than-Fair-Value Investigation

The U.S. Department of Commerce fixed some big math mistakes in their early decision about truck bed covers from China. This change affects Chinese exporters and could change the extra fees they might pay for selling these covers in the U.S. The updated decision applies starting November 2, 2026, covering sales from mid-2025 to the end of that year.