On May 28, 2021, in Cargo Systems Messaging Service (CSMS) #48350723, the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) confirmed the license requirement for imports of most aluminum products beginning June 28, 2021.

The new licensing system is currently open for account registration and license applications. An account is required in order to submit license applications. The DOC recommends that the trade community register and obtain licenses for entry in advance of the June 28^th requirement to prevent delays.

Additional information and the licensing system can be found here:

https://www.trade.gov/aluminum

CSMS #48350723 can be found here:

https://content.govdelivery.com/bulletins/gd/USDHSCBP-2e1c603?wgt_ref=USDHSCBP_WIDGET_2?utm_source=google&utm_medium=google&utm_term=(not%20provided)&utm_content=undefined&utm_campaign=(not%20set)&gclid=undefined&dclid=undefined&GAID=1677131372.1620316240

The list of products subject to the new licensing requirement can be found here:

https://www.trade.gov/aluminum-products-hts-codes