September 2, 2026
Comment Deadline: December 1, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced today that it has issued an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled “Heightened Import Disclosures for Supply Chain Visibility,” designed to improve visibility into the supply chains of goods imported into the United States. The proposed effort will help CBP more effectively detect, stop, and prevent illicit imports that evade U.S. customs and trade laws.
“Border security is national security. Knowing what is coming into this country is vital to our national security,” said CBP Commissioner Rodney S. Scott. “By strengthening visibility into the supply chains behind goods entering the United States, CBP can better identify high-risk shipments, stop illicit trade, and ensure that American businesses are not undercut by those who evade our customs laws.”
This ANPRM supports the implementation of Executive Order 14411, Strengthening Customs Enforcement, which directs the Department of Homeland Security to strengthen enforcement of U.S. customs laws, increase transparency in international supply chains, and help prevent bad actors from exploiting outdated processes and enforcement gaps.
CBP is seeking input from the trade community on potential ways to strengthen supply chain visibility for imported goods, including possible requirements to identify key parties in the importation process, improve business identifiers, collect or retain foreign export documentation, and use innovative supply chain tracing technologies.
“Greater supply chain visibility is critical to CBP’s ability to detect and stop illegal trade activities,” said CBP Office of Trade Executive Assistant Commissioner Susan S. Thomas. “By seeking public comment, CBP is working to strengthen enforcement of U.S. customs and trade laws, while promoting a more secure and transparent global trade environment.”
Public comments will help CBP assess considerations of these proposals as the agency works to improve enforcement, detect illicit trade and illegal transshipment, support legitimate commerce, and reduce unnecessary burdens, particularly for small businesses.
“Supply chain visibility is essential to maintaining the integrity of our borders, protecting American businesses and consumers, and ensuring that legitimate trade continues to move efficiently through our ports”, said CBP Office of Field Operations Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino. “By modernizing how we collect and analyze trade data, we are sharpening our ability to target high-risk shipments and interdict illicit goods—such as counterfeit items and dangerous substances—before they enter the country.”
The public may submit comments through the Federal Rulemaking Portal at www.regulations.gov under docket number USCBP-2026-1058. Comments must be received on or before Dec. 1, 2026.
These efforts support CBP’s broader work to modernize customs enforcement, protect American consumers and businesses, safeguard revenue, combat illicit trade, and strengthen the security and resilience of international supply chains.
For additional information on the ANPRM, Executive Order 14411, and related CBP actions, visit CBP’s Strengthening Customs Enforcement website.