A notice published in the Federal Register on May 31, 2013 by U. S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP) advises that any domestic producer who is entitled to file a claim under the Continued Dumping and Subsidy Offset Act of 2000 (CDSOA) needs to file their claim no later than July 30, 2013. The notice gives detailed instructions and requirements to be followed to ensure … [Read more...]
IMPORTERS: Meetings to Discuss Progress on Trade Modernization and Facilitation
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) participated with the Advisory Committee on Commercial Operations (COAC) on May 22. The meeting discussed the importance of expanding public private partnerships and modernizing trade processes. Business transformation includes: Automation, mobile technology, and trusted trader and traveler program. FOR IMPORTERS: Based on the … [Read more...]
Advice for New Importers
If you are considering becoming an importer, the first thing you should do is familiarize yourself with all of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP ) policies and procedures before actually importing your goods. Will you need a license to import? CBP does not require an importer to have a license or permit, but other agencies may require a permit, license, or other … [Read more...]
CBP, C-TPAT and the Sequester
As a result of the Sequester, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has indicated that it is taking steps to reduce its work hours. It plans to cut overtime immediately. CBP has warned that carriers, importers and exporters should expect border delays to double, from two to four or more hours as a result, and it could take five days or more for cargo exams. However, all C-TPAT … [Read more...]