
The U.S. Department of Commerce has issued new guidance addressing heightened export diversion risks, emphasizing the importance of compliance in international trade. Concurrently, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a second update to its Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) strategy, which now includes aluminum, PVC, and seafood among the products subject to scrutiny and enforcement. In the realm of consumer products, Ohio lawmakers have introduced legislation aimed at regulating intoxicating hemp-derived products, particularly delta-8 THC. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has also taken action against ALOHMA, LLC, which markets a new tobacco product, the Cinnamon Danish, without premarket authorization. Additionally, the FDA and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are intensifying enforcement against delta-8 THC foods. In a separate incident, a California company has recalled mushroom-infused chocolates and sweets due to the presence of a chemical not approved for food by the FDA. The FDA has also issued letters to 80 retailers selling illicit vapes, including brands like Elf Bar and Lost Mary, demanding responses within 15 working days and seeking penalties of $20,678 each from eight others who failed to comply with prior warnings.


DHS’ Second UFLPA Strategy Update: Aluminum, PVC, and Seafood Enter the UFLPA’s Purview for Scrutiny and Enforcement https://t.co/inlSXHmnIq
FDA letters to 80 retailers selling illicit vapes Elf Bar, Lost Mary mentioned by name (again) These retailers have 15 working days to respond Also filing complaints for penalties against 8 others who "failed to take action" after prior letters Seeking $20,678 each $MO $BATS https://t.co/fPEl9AzY3c
DHS’ Second UFLPA Strategy Update: Aluminum, PVC, and Seafood Enter the UFLPA’s Purview for Scrutiny and Enforcement https://t.co/mUMmVsMTc0 | by @arentfoxschiff