ACE is the commercial trade processing system being developed by CBP to facilitate legitimate trade and strengthen border security. New Features now available for ACE users: Cargo Release / Simplified Entry Electronic Entry Corrections Cancellations Partner Government Agency (PGA) Message Set Document Image System (DIS) Cost Savings: Elimination Paper Entry … [Read more...]
IMPORT SEMINAR: Developing an Effective Import Management System
This MGTA (Midwest Global Trade Association) Seminar topic is: Developing an Effective Import Management System: How to design and develop Import Management Systems to ensure efficient operation and legal compliance and manage risk The seminar will be held on 25 Jul 2013 from 8:30 to 4 pm in Richfield, MN. This seminar will provide a comprehensive overview of the … [Read more...]
US & CANADA: Sharing Foreign Trade Data
US and Canada have successfully been sharing Foreign Trade Data since January of 1990 after three years of challenges. The benefits: Increased Reliability of Export Data The Data Exchange significantly reduced the amount of non-reported exports on each side of the border. Reduced Burden of Exporters of Both Countries For 2012, U.S. exports to Canada totaled … [Read more...]
REMINDER: Customs ISF Penalty Enforcement effective July 9, 2013
REMINDER: Starting with Importer Security Filings (ISF) due on or after July 9, 2013, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will begin to use liquidated damages as an enforcement tool for compliance. The IMPORTER (not the shipper! ) is held responsible for filing ISF data on time and correctly. Possible ISF penalties (liquidated damages) can be incurred when the ISF is … [Read more...]
Truck Cargo Pre-inspection Pilot Beginning
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) began Phase I of a truck cargo pre-inspection pilot on June 17, 2013 at the Pacific Highway crossing. This pilot is a cooperative effort by CBP, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and Public Safety Canada initiative. Phase I will determine the viability of assigning CBP officers to Canadian border crossings to pre-inspect southbound … [Read more...]