Withhold Release Order (WRO): Copper and Copper Products from Serbia Zijin Copper D.O.O.
CBP issued a Withhold Release Order against copper and copper products manufactured in Serbia by Serbia Zijin Copper D.O.O., based on information reasonably indicating use of forced labor in their production. All covered goods arriving at U.S. ports of entry are subject to detention and exclusion.
Any importer sourcing copper, copper wire, copper rod, or related semi-finished copper products — whether directly from Serbia Zijin or through intermediary countries — must immediately audit their supply chain. We strongly recommend requesting mill certificates and chain-of-custody documentation from suppliers now; goods already in transit may be detained at the port. Contact us to review open purchase orders and assess rebuttal-of-evidence options if you believe your goods are not covered.
AI-assisted summary with JFS CHB broker commentary, for awareness only — always verify against the official CBP/USITC/Federal Register notice before acting.