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CBP's CAPE System Launches April 20: What Chinese-Goods Importers Need to Know About Phase 1 Exclusions
CBP's CAPE Phase 1 launches April 20, 2026. Learn which entries are excluded from Phase 1 and why the exclusions affect Chinese-goods importers most. Boston customs attorney explains AD/CVD, reconciliation, drawback, and protest considerations.
Jeff Chang
Apr 168 min read


Franchising a Taiwanese or Chinese Brand in the US: What the US-Side Partner Needs to Know
Becoming a US franchise partner for a Taiwanese or Chinese brand? Learn about FDD requirements, entity structuring, trademark issues, import obligations, and dispute resolution for cross-border franchise deals. Boston attorney.
Jeff Chang
Apr 711 min read


What We've Learned from Helping Clients Structure US-China Business Ventures
What separates US-China business ventures that succeed from those that fail? Patterns from cross-border deal structuring with Chinese investors. Boston trade attorney.
Jeff Chang
Mar 318 min read


IEEPA Tariff Refunds for Importers of Chinese Goods: What Is Refundable and What Is Not
Importing from China? IEEPA refunds involve AD/CVD exclusions, Section 301 overlap, and IOR issues other importers don't face. Boston customs attorney explains.
Jeff Chang
Mar 205 min read
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