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2026-06264 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 83, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Adtran, Inc.; (Telecommunications Equipment); Huntsville, Alabama

Adtran, Inc. in Huntsville, Alabama, wants to start making telecom gear like optical line termination devices using certain imported parts under special Foreign-Trade Zone rules. This move could save them money on import duties since many parts and finished products are duty-free. The government got their request on March 26, 2026, and is reviewing it to give the green light soon.

2026-06263 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 266, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Tekni-Plex Flexibles, LLC; (Coated Nonwoven Materials for Healthcare Applications); Madison, Wisconsin

Tekni-Plex Flexibles, LLC in Madison, Wisconsin wants to start making special coated materials used in healthcare inside Foreign-Trade Zone 266. This means they can bring in certain foreign materials with lower or no import taxes to make products like cold seal films and coated papers. The change could save money on duties and help the company work faster, starting soon after approval.

2026-06194 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 30, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Stadler US Inc; (Passenger Rolling Stock); Salt Lake City, Utah

Stadler US Inc. in Salt Lake City wants to start making passenger trains and their parts using some imported materials under special trade rules. This move could save money on import taxes and speed up production for commuter and regional rail trains. The government is reviewing this plan, which was officially submitted on March 25, 2026.

2026-05879 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 164, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Webco Industries, Inc.; (Steel Tubing); Kellyville, Oklahoma

Webco Industries in Kellyville, Oklahoma wants to start making steel tubing using special foreign materials under a Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) to save on import duties. This change could lower costs by reducing taxes on certain steel parts, with public comments open until May 5, 2026. If approved, Webco can produce welded stainless and nickel alloy steel tubing more efficiently and affordably.

2026-05880 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 81, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Hypertherm Inc; (Plasma Cutting Equipment and Components); Hanover and Lebanon, New Hampshire

Hypertherm Inc. wants to start making plasma cutting parts at its New Hampshire factories using special foreign materials with lower import taxes. This change could save the company money on duties and speed up production. People have until May 5, 2026, to share their thoughts before the plan moves forward.

2026-05285 — Approval of Subzone Status; Centrome Inc. dba Advanced Biotech; Oneonta, New York

Centrome Inc., also known as Advanced Biotech in Oneonta, New York, just got the green light to become a special subzone under Foreign-Trade Zone 37. This means they can enjoy some cool trade benefits while staying within the 2,000-acre limit of FTZ 37. The approval happened on March 13, 2026, and it could help boost their business without extra costs or delays.

Previous: 2026-04673 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 186; Authorization of Production Activity; Mölnlycke Health Care; (Medical Dressings and Foam); Brunswick, Portland, and Wiscasset, Maine

Mölnlycke Health Care got the green light to make medical dressings and foam at their Maine sites in Brunswick, Portland, and Wiscasset under Foreign-Trade Zone 186. This approval lasts for two years and helps the company speed up production with special trade benefits. Local workers and the medical supply chain will feel the boost as the company ramps up its activity.

Next: 2026-04675 — Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 38; Authorization of Production Activity; ZF Transmissions Gray Court LLC; (Electric and Automatic Vehicle Transmissions); Gray Court and Fountain Inn, South Carolina

ZF Transmissions Gray Court LLC got the green light to make electric and automatic vehicle transmissions at their South Carolina sites in Gray Court and Fountain Inn. This means they can boost production without extra customs hassle, helping them work faster and smarter. The approval was finalized on March 5, 2026, so things are officially rolling!