US to Restrict Imports of Cuban Alcohol, Tobacco Products
The Office of Foreign Assets Control announced new restrictions on U.S. imports of Cuban cigars and alcohol as part of a broader set of measures to increase Cuba sanctions. The restrictions, outlined in a final rule effective Sept. 24, will…
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revise four import-related authorizations in OFAC’s Cuban Assets Control Regulations. The authorizations apply to imports in “accompanied baggage” for personal use; by non-U.S. citizens or residents “not in commercial quantities” and not for resale; in accompanied baggage by or on behalf of a Cuban national “who is present” in the U.S.; and as accompanied baggage of Cuban origin purchased in a third country for personal use. Importers will no longer be able to use the authorizations for Cuban alcohol and tobacco products without specific licenses.