Change Log

    Every BITE release.

    A running log of product updates, fixes, and improvements.

    June 16, 2026
    v3.1.8
    • FTA logic has been updated to support removing MPF from qualifying transactions during tariff calculations.
    • Fixed a bug affecting multi-line transactions with an IEEPA tariff, where non-IEEPA lines were incorrectly having their base duty set to free.
    • Fixed a broken link that was incorrectly routing users to the Tariff Checker instead of the Tariff Analyzer.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    June 15, 2026
    v3.1.7-1
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    June 11, 2026
    v3.1.7
    • Canada and Mexico tariff tabs are now available in Beta.
    • Fixed a bug in the Tariff Tool that prevented the Melt/Pour Country input field from displaying.
    • Added an option to export the results table directly from the ACE Analyzer.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    June 10, 2026
    v3.1.6
    • White Label support has been extended to Product Screening, Classify, and Entity Screening.
    • Entity Screening page has been fully redesigned with major UX improvements and now includes Beneficial Ownership information.
    • Import and Export Workflows have received several updates for better usability.
    • Subscription page UX has been improved, making it much smoother to upgrade from a trial to a paid plan.
    • Fixed a credits bug where some credit balances were incorrectly resetting monthly.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    June 5, 2026
    v3.1.5
    • Tariff Tool Updates: US Content Steel Tariffs.
    June 2, 2026
    v3.1.4
    • Fixed specific-rate duty calculations so results are now accurate.
    • Effective dates are now aligned to Eastern Time (ET) for consistent tariff lookups.
    • Tariff bucket classification is now shared consistently across tools and saved work.
    • “On the Water” matching has been normalized for more reliable results.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    June 1, 2026
    v3.1.3
    • The BITE API documentation has been fully updated with the new Products route and is now presented as a clean, static HTML page directly inside the app (replacing the old API page).
    • Tariff Checker logic has been fixed for codes that require both Chapter 1–97 and Chapter 99 entries.
    • Taiwan tariffs have been added to the Tariff Tool.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    May 26, 2026
    v3.1.2-1
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    May 25, 2026
    v3.1.2
    • Bulk tariff table now loads significantly faster.
    • MPF is now correctly shown as free when an FTA applies in bulk tariff runs.
    • Fixed a customer-reported issue in bulk tariffs.
    • Mexico and Canada tariffs are now fully available in the Tariff Tool.
    • Tariff data has been updated with the latest CBP changes.
    • Added filtering options to the Tariff Analyzer (now matching the style and functionality of the ACE Analyzer).
    • CPSC, Steel, and Aluminum risk flags now appear correctly on searches.
    • Added special handling for 122 codes when FTAs are involved.
    • Fixed the loading country bug in the Tariff Tool.
    • Tariff results now update live when you change the date.
    • Added US Business Verification (EIN check).
    • Improved email domain and website verification (automatically adds “www.” when checking websites).
    • Minor discrepancies (such as inexact domain or address matches) now show a flag without raising the overall risk score.
    • Added a toggle in database settings to turn daily emails on or off for bulk entity databases.
    • HMF and MPF fees now display correctly in the tariff section of the Import Workflow.
    • Product Database now lets you turn off daily summary emails.
    • Saving database settings now shows clear success or error messages.
    • Tariff changes are now tracked within the Product Database.
    • Product Database homepage layout has been updated to match the Entity Database for a more consistent experience.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    May 20, 2026
    v3.1.1
    • ACE Analyzer – Phase 3: Added which user ran the ACE analysis to the UI.
    • ACE Analyzer – Phase 3: Rows with cleared flags now remain on screen in a cleared state so you can see what’s been resolved.
    • ACE Analyzer – Phase 3: Added “Not Reviewed” status indicators to ACE Runs and the ability to set status from Completed back to Not Reviewed.
    • ACE Analyzer – Phase 3: Added column filtering to the ACE Run Details page.
    • ACE Analyzer – Phase 3: Added the ability to remove findings individually in addition to all at once.
    • Log in theme page updated.
    • Home page updated to match BITE DB – Entities.
    May 18, 2026
    v3.1.0-1
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    May 14, 2026
    v3.1.0
    • You can now add multiple names or aliases to a single entity (useful for middle initials or company abbreviations that vary).
    • The “Country of Origin” field has been renamed to “Entity Country” for clearer labeling.
    • Multi-search is now available in databases so you can screen multiple people or companies at the same time.
    • Homepage metrics now load faster and display reliably.
    • Mexico and Canada tariffs have been added to the Tariff Check tool.
    • Export Workflow has been fixed so all fields save correctly, the EAR/CCL section is updated, and the license check UI is now present.
    • Import Flow tariff results now match the standalone Tariff Checker exactly.
    • Product Database now automatically checks for duplicate items when adding new products (via upload, single entry, or workflow), similar to the entity duplicate check.
    • Added a Vendor field to products that runs through Entity Risk Screening (previously called Denied Party Screening).
    • “Denied Party Screening” has been renamed to “Entity Risk Screening” throughout the app.
    • Notifications now clearly alert you to any compliance changes, such as new tariffs or customs flag updates.
    • Compliance score now shows the exact reason for any reduction from 100%. You can clear flags directly or fix the problematic data point, re-run the screen, and see the updated score and flags (including any new HTS description changes).
    • All actions—including automated screens and notifications—are now fully logged in the Audit Log (the button previously labeled “History” has been renamed).
    • Official USITC HTS descriptions are now displayed alongside your custom description in each ticket.
    • Exemptions and exclusions logic from the HTS Analyzer is now applied in the Product Database.
    • Entry and Loading dates have been removed from the product information section.
    • “Account” and “Help Center” links have been added to the sidebar.
    • Team admins and owners are now shown in a separate section on the Profile tab.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    May 11, 2026
    v3.0.13
    • Re-Run now clearly warns you that it will wipe out all existing work and notes (preventing confusion with a simple refresh).
    • Fixed default slider behavior for split calculations in certain tariff scenarios.
    • Corrected date display in Analyzed Results so it now matches the document accurately.
    • Improved detection of trade codes like ES-003 and SPI to avoid incorrect discrepancy flags.
    • US Country of Origin entries now show a warning to verify melt/pour or smelt/cast details when declaration information is missing.
    • Added clearer flagging when exclusions are used without a corresponding 232 claim.
    • Fixed duty calculations to properly apply 232 tariffs instead of incorrectly allowing zero duty.
    • Corrected Trade Remedy Number logic for US-origin goods (preventing invalid claims such as copper).
    • Green checkboxes in entity details now clearly indicate whether an item was automatically processed or manually cleared.
    • Added support for multiple addresses per company or person in the database for cleaner contact management.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    May 8, 2026
    v3.0.12
    • Added the Business Verification module (available as a paid add-on).
    • Added fuzzy matching for addresses.
    • Adverse Media screening now automatically runs once on entry (with no automatic re-screening).
    • Database results are now downloadable as a PDF, including a match summary table at the beginning.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    May 7, 2026
    v3.0.11
    • Improved support for large CSV uploads to the product database.
    • You can now attach files during the Send to Broker workflow.
    • Standardized placeholder text across the entire app for a more consistent experience.
    • Updated the homepage to show recent activity more clearly.
    • Major updates to the pricing and subscriptions page: Business Trial status is now clearly shown during the trial period; added a 100-credit purchase option for all products; credit usage meters have been refreshed (Analyzer meter now starts at 0% and fills upward); new accounts automatically receive 25 Analyzer credits and 50 rows for each database type; improved wording and overall UX on the subscriptions page; Import/Export workflow now requires you to explicitly opt in before moving to the next stage, shows credit cost per step, and makes it easy to check your spend.
    • You are now automatically redirected to the login screen when your session expires.
    • Bulk download output now matches the ACE Analyzer format, including issue type columns.
    • Tariff Analyzer now uses Analyzer credits (separate from database credits).
    • Added credit estimation display before ACE runs begin.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    May 3, 2026
    v3.0.10
    • Improved date error handling so individual line issues no longer cause the entire run to fail.
    • Document uploads now provide clear reasons when a file fails, plus a post-upload error report that highlights exactly which rows had problems.
    • Added several validation enhancements: Google API-powered address matching; automated domain, phone, and email checks; website validation to confirm if listed persons are associated with the company; business registration status verification; Canadian Business Number (BN) validation; automatic flagging of companies with numeric-only names as suspicious; additional risk checks for employees listed on company websites.
    • Updated the pricing page layout: subscription cards are now at the top, followed by clear usage bars for products and entities, purchase options, and a dedicated “track credits” button on each module.
    • Improved credit spending accuracy for ACE runs with estimation shown before automation starts.
    • Fixed integration issues with CH Robinson.
    • Enhanced email validation during account setup.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    April 27, 2026
    v3.0.9
    • Added legal disclaimers throughout the app.
    • Adjusted ACE Analyzer pricing (credits are now calculated based on entry summary count rather than individual entry lines).
    • Updated the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use with refreshed links in the app.
    • ACE Analyzer now lets you clear findings while keeping a permanent record.
    • Added a high-level flag report that summarizes every issue identified in a run.
    • New homepage icons for quick report export and flag report download.
    • Improved exclusion logic so it correctly checks availability and applies the exclusion when valid.
    • Tariff results PDF can now be emailed to any address, with the proper disclaimers included in both the email and the PDF.
    • Homepage recent activity section has been refreshed for better clarity.
    • Removed the non-functional “Open Docs” button from the BITE API page.
    • Updated the Saved Work screen help text for clearer explanation of its capabilities.
    • Added a small beta flag to import and export features and a temporary disclaimer banner on the chat page (it disappears once you begin using it).
    • Export UI has been improved for smoother streaming.
    • Product Database now displays in four columns with a cleaner card layout: flags removed from cards, product counts shown as boxes, and assemblies default to 1 for non-hierarchy databases.
    • Fixed compliance health link on the homepage (no more 404 error).
    • Various fixes and improvements to how tariff, screening, CROSS, and denied party results appear in the Product Database.
    • Updated credit pricing tiers and removed the ability to purchase more than 50,000 credits at once.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    April 24, 2026
    v3.0.8
    • Tariff result PDFs can now be sent via email to any address, with the check-tariff disclaimers included in both the email and PDF.
    • Homepage recent activity display has been updated.
    • Removed the broken “Open Docs” button from the BITE API page.
    • Reworded the help icon on the Saved Work screen for better clarity.
    • Added a small beta flag to import and export features (top right).
    • Added a temporary disclaimer at the top of the chat page that disappears once you start using it.
    • Improved export UI so streaming works reliably.
    • Fixed the 404 error on the compliance health link on the homepage.
    • Product Database screen updates: now shows four columns of databases, flags removed from card view, product counts displayed as boxes, and assemblies default to 1 for non-hierarchy types.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    April 23, 2026
    v3.0.7
    • Updated pricing across the platform.
    • Added Denied Party Screening and CROSS rulings support directly in the Product Catalog.
    • Fixed the bug that prevented ACE documents from exporting correctly.
    • Added a non-restrictive IEEPA report option.
    • IEEPA reports can now be downloaded with the option to skip certain rules.
    • Increased the ACE Analyzer upload limit to 50,000 entries.
    • Added a clear legal disclaimer in the ACE Analyzer.
    • Fixed crashes related to user access logs for improved stability.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    April 17, 2026
    v3.0.6
    • ACE Analyzer now accepts a wider variety of ES003 document formats and clearly shows required fields plus available export options.
    • Added full IEEPA report support, including summary calculations and export.
    • You can now clear findings in ACE Analyzer results.
    • Added new filters by tariff type and findings to make sorting data easier.
    • SEC 122 tariffs are now included in the calculation ordering logic.
    • Multiple rate-dependent codes on a single transaction are now handled correctly.
    • Product Database received UI cleanup and tariff-related fixes.
    • You can now attach certificates or other documents to any product level, including attachments that can be sent to the broker.
    • Database settings page for products has been updated (text now refers to products, daily updates can be toggled separately from notifications, and the overall layout is cleaner).
    • Fixed several filter issues across the app.
    • Team page now lets you filter users by license type and login counts, with one-click CSV export.
    • Licenses are now automatically pre-assigned when inviting users (single users receive their license immediately; admins receive the highest tier).
    • Improved ACE document upload performance and reliability.
    • Added Canada provinces to country mapping for more accurate processing.
    • ES003 output now includes Product ID for future catalog linking and data quality improvements.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    April 11, 2026
    v3.0.5
    • Added a quick-create modal in the top sidebar with direct links to every work module across the app.
    • Updated Product Database homepage cards and tables with cleaner coloring, spacing, and layout for easier reading.
    • Removed subscribe modals throughout the app. Users without access to a tool now see a clean view-only version so they can review teammates’ work when needed.
    • Your currently assigned license is now shown directly in the app header next to your name.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    April 8, 2026
    v3.0.4
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    April 6, 2026
    v3.0.3
    • Fixed tariff code application so the correct codes now apply properly when you enter live mode.
    • Added clear “Created Date” visibility: shown on the homepage for each database and in the header for tariff records (matching the ACE Analyzer style).
    • Resolved line split code bug for triple splits in bulk processing.
    • Fixed Cargowise template output (Columns A and CB now export correctly).
    • Added loading spinners for all downloads and increased timeout for more reliable performance.
    • Various ACE Analyzer improvements and stability fixes.
    • BITE API page now directs “Subscribe,” “Manage Plans,” and “Add to Plan” buttons to the correct pages.
    • Fixed Global Trade Alerts search function.
    • Improved modal styling, removed unwanted shadows from filter lists, and verified full light mode compatibility across the app.
    • Product Database fixes: newly added products now appear immediately, and Entry/Summary dates are no longer highlighted in red.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    April 1, 2026
    v3.0.2
    • Account management improvements: clearer role assignment, database size display now clears properly when a plan is canceled, and better bank account rendering during checkout.
    • Saved Work updates: full descriptions now display (no longer just screenshots), HTS classification disclaimer removed from the bottom, Entity PDF downloads are much faster, Entity Risk evaluation is no longer cut off, and results now appear correctly in the table view.
    • Entity Database now supports XLSX file uploads and automatically clears the form after you add a new entity.
    • Product Database enhancements: compliance scoring logic updated, open issues on the dashboard are now paginated, and import/export templates match the database format more reliably.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    March 31, 2026
    v3.0.1
    • Product Database column headers restored (including Additional Tariff for Owner/Admin users).
    • Improved license and subscription pages: clearer messaging for non-owners (“Please contact your team owner to purchase licenses”), conditional “Buy More Licenses” button, static view of subscriptions/credits for non-owners, license assignment confirmation, and better “no licenses” notice.
    • Fixed registration and login flow issues, including modal overlaps on the BITE registration screen.
    • BITE API page fixes: “Open Docs” button now works correctly and plan-related buttons direct to the right pages.
    • Account/Team page: removed refresh warnings for contributors on Enterprise licenses and added proper visibility for non-owners on the subscription page.
    • ACE Analyzer now correctly respects credit requirements and paywalls like all other tools.
    • Saved Work email notifications fixed (no more “undefined” placeholders in messages).
    • Dashboard UI improvements: name column sort arrow now flips correctly, clear “No database found” message appears while databases are loading, placeholder text removed from sample linking documents, and blank “Help” section removed from entity details pages.
    • Entity audit log now properly displays comments.
    • Fixed duplicate-check issues so new entities can be created without errors.
    • Entity children are now visible in the dropdown on the DB table.
    • Credits are now correctly checked during CSV uploads inside databases.
    • Product Database fixes: Entry and Summary dates no longer outlined in red, newly added products appear immediately and are searchable, compliance scoring now flags invalid HTS code and country combinations, and a quick filter for invalid HTS codes was added.
    • Entity Screening now includes the missing BITE ID input field.
    • BITE Viz is back online.
    • Saved Work help icon reworded for clarity.
    • User Access Dashboard now correctly logs new registrations.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    March 28, 2026
    v3.0.0
    • Added Business Registration Number / EIN and Manufacturer Identification Number (MID) to CSV exports and company profiles in the Entity Database.
    • Improved screening reliability: records that fail are now clearly marked as failed with notes in the audit log (no automatic re-screening of failures).
    • Entity Database summary emails now have clearer subjects: “BITE DB Summary: Entities - X Matches Need Review [date]; Total DB Entities Y”.
    • Major update to Entity Database: you can now build full parent/child hierarchies (e.g., Holding Company → Subsidiary → Regional Office → Key Person).
    • Link existing entities or create new ones on the fly.
    • Choose relationship type first (options update automatically).
    • Specify whether linking a company or person.
    • Collapsible hierarchy view on the Entities tab.
    • Child relationships appear in table dropdowns.
    • Full support for CSV linking with source/target names visible.
    • Relationship changes now logged in the individual entity audit log.
    • Product Database received extensive updates: nightly re-screening is now active; new Send to Broker workflow with selectable data and custom export templates (including Cargowise); added Steel Value, Aluminum Value, and Copper Value fields; compliance score now uses red/yellow/green coloring instead of risk levels; quick filters added for the Product Database tab; support for multi-tiered, flattened, and one-HTS-to-many-parts upload structures; large single-view page for all product details with direct links to live tariff editing; Issues tab renamed to “Screening Results”; removed unnecessary review process to match the dashboard style.
    • New credits-based pricing system is live: updated subscription and billing pages with full Stripe integration; license assignment module added (owners, admins, and users); ability for super admins to add free credit packs; legacy license support preserved alongside the new credit system; multiple team admins now supported with proper permissions.
    • Homepage refreshed with matching icons, improved search, and recent activity display.
    • Logout now consistently returns you to the homepage.
    • Onboarding wizard updated to clearly warn against creating a new team if you already have a pending invite.
    • Light/Dark mode fixes: tab text is now visible on hover, and the data catalog expand arrow is properly colored.
    • Various small UI polish: clearer entity linking dialog, fixed checkbox clipping on error notifications, editable business registration and person ID fields after creation, and consistent text theming between modes.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    March 25, 2026
    v2.1.5
    • Tariff Tool updates: added CPSC, Steel, and Aluminum risk flags; improved AD/CVD accuracy flags; added toggle to turn IEEPA on or off; updated 232 Heavy Duty Vehicle questions; added direct link to the exemptions table; updated < > code handling and CH 98 MPF logic.
    • Bulk Tariff tool: delete function now uses a clear delete icon and includes a Settings section for managing deletions; database cards now show creation date and last update date.
    • ACE Analyzer UI improvements and matching updates to the homepage style.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    March 23, 2026
    v2.1.4
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    March 20, 2026
    v2.1.3
    • Removed all CBP-related items from the app (including the link to the tariff checker from the Classify tool and the ability to download a filled-out CBP 2705 form).
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    March 4, 2026
    v2.1.2
    • Fixed date handling in the Tariff Tool.
    • Resolved memory issue that was causing Bulk Tariff Database creation to crash.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    February 25, 2026
    v2.1.1
    • Updated BITE DB tariff summary email subject line for clarity.
    • Fixed several tariff calculation issues (date handling, MPF, historical data, specific HTS code 99037410, and 122 tariff stacking order).
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    February 23, 2026
    v2.1.0
    • Added autocomplete suggestions when typing HTS codes in the tariff tool.
    • Added a dedicated Cargowise export format for bulk tariff results.
    • Fixed triple-split calculations when one material accounts for 100% of the value.
    • Improved handling of on-water exemptions in tariff runs.
    • Added new columns to the bulk tariff template: Importer name/ID and Product Description.
    • Added the latest Russia tariff codes.
    • ADCVD and exclusion data now save correctly to tickets.
    • Updated and clarified the 232 input questions for more accurate results.
    • Added clearer bulk upload instructions and guardrails, plus a color legend in the settings section.
    • Entity Database summary emails now use a clearer subject line: “BITE DB Summary: Entities - Y total entities, X New Matches [date]”.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    February 15, 2026
    v2.0.10
    • Added Cargowise-specific export format for bulk tariff results.
    • ADCVD and exclusion information now saves directly to tickets.
    • Fixed triple-split calculations when one material accounts for 100% of the value.
    • Improved effective “to” and “from” date logic for tariff calculations.
    • Added autocomplete suggestions when typing HTS codes.
    • AD/CVD flags now correctly appear in Saved Work tickets created from the tariff checker.
    • Bulk upload now includes clearer instructions, better guardrails, and a color legend in the settings section.
    • Added the latest Russia tariff codes.
    • Updated the 232 input questions for clearer guidance.
    • Added a confirmation popup when you clear a yellow or red flag after making changes.
    • PDF downloads from Saved Work now show a loading spinner.
    • Added CSV download option for results.
    • Tariff tickets now include an option to generate an editable PDF formatted like the CBP 7501.
    • Full light/dark mode toggle is now available across the entire app.
    • All PDFs are now optimized (smaller file size with no background color).
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    February 11, 2026
    v2.0.9
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    February 3, 2026
    v2.0.8
    • Added a “Share with All” button for Saved Work items, along with improved email notifications.
    • Fixed notification issues in Saved Work.
    • Added the ability to select “current date” when setting up tariff re-screening.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    February 2, 2026
    v2.0.7
    • Removed MPF fees for qualifying FTAs in tariff calculations.
    • Improved PDF print layout for tariff results so they look cleaner and more professional.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    January 30, 2026
    v2.0.6
    • Fixed end-of-day emails so tariff change information is now properly included.
    • Adjusted ad valorem calculations for greater accuracy.
    • Updated USMCA rules and handling.
    • Added Great Britain-specific 232 tariff codes.
    • Updated the email sender title for clearer delivery.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    January 27, 2026
    v2.0.5
    • Database filters can now be sorted alphabetically or by number of hits.
    • Email notifications for database changes are now enabled by default for every team member, with a clear unsubscribe link in the email.
    • Fixed audit log entries so 2026 dates now appear correctly.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    January 25, 2026
    v2.0.4
    • Fixed homepage icon links.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    January 22, 2026
    v2.0.3
    • The ad valorem base rate now appears prominently next to the amount input so you always know which rate is being used.
    • For Column 2 countries, the base duty is now clearly labeled “Base Duty - Column 2”.
    • Updated the Account page to better display your BITE DB plan.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    January 21, 2026
    v2.0.2
    • Database summary emails are now sent at 3 AM US time with changes since your last review.
    • Added a “reason” column in database tables that explains why a hit occurred (e.g., US sanctions, EU sanctions) and includes the country.
    • Database filters now persist when you view an entity and return to the list.
    • Added sorting by date of alert / change since last screen so new hits appear at the top.
    • Added “Jump to page” functionality in database pagination.
    • USMCA rules now automatically enable the related 9406 codes.
    • Fixed bulk triple-split value entry so you can set values per line.
    • Improved how Column 2 duties are displayed in results.
    • Added red/yellow/green stoplight indicators in the bulk tariff checker.
    • Improved reliability when creating new databases (failed queue triggers now self-heal automatically).
    • General bug fixes and improvements.
    January 15, 2026
    v2.0.1
    • Export documents now include a column showing the input material percentage for line splits (single-line entries display 100%).
    • Added a Product Code field to the tariff table.
    • Product Code is now displayed in the template and single-upload modals, on the tariffs table, and at the end of every export document.
    • General bug fixes and improvements.