Federal Register #FMC-2026-0463; Docket No. 26-14

FMC proposes fees on Spanish-flagged vessels and restrictions on selected Spanish imports

The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has proposed trade measures concerning Spain’s treatment of U.S.-flagged vessels. - Government agency: Federal Maritime Commission; no sub-agency or office is identified. - Proposed measures: A fee of $200,000 per voyage for Spanish-flagged vessels entering a U.S. port from a foreign port, and potential import restrictions on Spanish goods in five Harmonized Tariff Schedule categories: - Chapter 33: Perfumery and cosmetics - Chapter 15: Oils and fats - Chapter 69: Ceramics - Chapter 68: Articles of stone - Chapter 17: Sugar and confectionaries - Stated context: The FMC says the measures respond to Spain’s denial of port access to U.S.-flagged vessels, including Maritime Security Program vessels. - Procurement status: This is a proposed regulatory action, not a solicitation or award. No products are being purchased, and no commercial OEMs or vendors are identified.

Description

The Federal Maritime Commission proposes remedies for shipping conditions it says were created by the Government of Spain, including a $200,000 fee per voyage for Spanish-flagged vessels entering U.S. ports. It also proposes restricting imports of Spanish goods in specified Harmonized Tariff Schedule categories, including perfumery and cosmetics, oils and fats, ceramics, articles of stone, and sugar and confectionaries. The Commission states the proposed measures address Spain’s impairment of U.S.-flagged vessels’ access to trade between foreign ports. The notice invites public comment and offers an opportunity for a public hearing; comments are due December 14, 2026.

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