U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTIONFIELD OPERATIONS, NEW YORKPORT OF NEW YORK/NEWARK INFORMATIONAL PIPELINE NO. 24-012-NWK TO: All Importers, Carriers, Terminal Operators, CES Operators, Brokers, and Others Concerned SUBJECT: Approved Changes to Centralized Examination Station (CES) Fee Schedules in the Port of New York/Newark DATE: JANUARY 24, 2024 REFERENCES: 19 CF R. 118; New York/Newark Informational […]
Author Archives: Staff Writer
CSMS Update, News Post, US Customs & Border Protection
New Threshold for Deactivating Section 232 Exclusions
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Jan
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Cargo Systems Messaging Service CSMS # 58942510 – GUIDANCE: New Threshold for Deactivating Section 232 Exclusions The purpose of this message is to provide guidance on the new threshold for deactivating Section 232 exclusions. BACKGROUND: The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), within the Department of Commerce (DOC), grants exclusions to the Section 232 import […]
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Eric Johnson, Senior Technology Editor I Dec 27, 2023, 12:02 PM ESTUS Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has made clear to customs brokers theycannot use offshore data entry companies to perform a number of trade complianceprocesses for US imports.In a Dec. 19 ruling based on a request from Georgia-based broker Heizwerthy Customs& Freight Solutions, CBP […]
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Jan
With the recent security incidents in mind, we have decided to continue to avoid the Red Sea route for the safety of our crew and cargo. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this difficult situation. We will keep you informed of any developments and changes as they occur. You can also follow the status […]
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Jan
Following the 30 December incident involving our vessel, Maersk Hangzhou, we have made the decision to pause all transits through the Red Sea / Gulf of Aden until further notice. We appreciate your patience as we navigate this challenging situation. An investigation into the incident is ongoing and we will continue to pause all cargo movement […]
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Dec
The USTR recently announced in the attached notice that it has extended the Section 301 exclusions that are currently in place until May 31, 2024. Prior to today, the exclusions had been scheduled to expire at the end of this year. The USTR also indicated that it will begin accepting comments on Jan. 22, 2024 […]
CSMS Update, EPA, US Customs & Border Protection
CSMS # 58654169 – An update to the EPA Supplemental Guidelines
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Dec
Dec
An updated version (16) of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Implementation Guide (IG) is now available, with updates made to the Hydrofluorocarbons (HFC) section of the document. This update clarifies questions and address the much-appreciated comments from the trade community. EPA may make additional updates based on input from the Trade community during CERT testing.This […]
Asia, China, Client Advisory, CSMS Update, CTPAT, Domestic Ports, News Post, Security, Shipping, Supply Chains, US Customs & Border Protection
CSMS# 58405079 – Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) UPDATE
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Nov
Nov
CSMS # 58405079 – Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Detention Notifications in ACE Cargo Release Available in Certification Environment Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Detentions in Cargo Release will be available in CERT on November 15, 2023.The Status Notification document regarding UFLPA can be found here: ACE Cargo Release Status Notification (V33) – https://www.cbp.gov/document/technical-documentation/ace-cargo-release-status-notification-implementation-guide […]
CTPAT, Domestic Ports, US Customs & Border Protection, USTR
CTPAT & Trade Compliance 3.0 Portal Deployment
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Nov
Nov
As related by the OGO – Industry Partnership: The Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) and the Trade Compliance (TC) program 3.0 Portal Deployment has been delayed. A new date for deployment has yet to be determined. We will notify you once a new date for deployment and a data freeze period has been rescheduled. […]
Client Advisory, Domestic Ports, FDA, US Customs & Border Protection
CSMS # 58378189 -FDA End-Dating Center for Devices CDRH Product Codes
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Nov
Nov
CSMS # 58378189 – Food and Drug Administration (FDA) End-Dating Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) Product Codes The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will be end-dating the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) product codes listed below. The end-date will be in 30 days, December 13, 2023. Product Code/Description 78L[][]ST/Device, Erectile Dysfunction […]