Author Archives: Staff Writer

CSMS # 55131383 – Harmonized System Updates (HSU) 2206

Harmonized System Update (HSU) 2206 was created on February 15, 2023 and contains 186 ABI records and 45 harmonized tariff records. HSU 2206 contains adjustments required by the verification of the 2023 Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) as well as an update for HTS # 9903.45.25. Bound ranges for HTS # 9903.45.25 were modified. The range […]

CSMS # 55129908 – Ocean House Bill of Lading (OHBOL) Release and OHBOL Release Container Freight Station

The Ocean House Bill of Lading (OHBOL) Release deployment, including the Container Freight Station (CFS) User Interface (UI), has been postponed until June 4, 2023. Accordingly, the pre-deployment support calls are now scheduled for May, 2023.    The OHBOL Release Pre-Deployment Support Call: Date: Wednesday, May 31, 2023 Time: 3:00pm ET.   The CFS UI Pre-Deployment Support Call:  Date: Tuesday, May 30, […]

CSMS # 55121083 – Resolved – Summaries with HTS 9903.45.25 receiving error “HTS RELATIONSHIP/SEQUENCE MISMATCH”

The issue with HTS 9903.45.25 receiving error “HTS RELATIONSHIP/SEQUENCE MISMATCH” has been resolved. For questions or concerns, please contact Entry Summary, Accounts & Revenue Division (ESAR) at esar@cbp.dhs.gov. For all technical issues, please contact the CBP Technology Service Desk (TSD) at 1-800-927-8729 or at cbp.technology.service.desk@cbp.dhs.gov Related CSMS Message: CSMS # 55099931

REMINDER: Powers of Attorney Requirement

The deadline for a broker with a power of attorney (POA) executed prior to December 19, 2022 to satisfy the POA requirement under 19 CFR 111.36(c)(3) of the customs broker regulations is Friday, February 17, 2023. The new regulation states that a broker must execute a POA directly with an importer of record or drawback claimant […]

Know Your INCO Terms

An Overview of Incoterms® 2020  The Incoterms® are a set of 11 individual rules issued by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) which define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers for the sale of goods in international transactions. Of primary importance is that each Incoterms rule clarifies the tasks, costs, and risks to be borne by buyers and sellers in these transactions. Familiarizing yourself with Incoterms will help improve smoother transactions by clearly defining […]

Informational Pipeline NO.23-005-JFK

The purpose of this pipeline is to inform all stakeholders that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is currently assessing the feasibility of establishing a Centralized Examination Station (CES) at the Port of JFK Airport, New York. As JFK Airport continues to modernize across the passenger and cargo environments, CBP must also modernize to become […]

Important information regarding the WFS Dock Management System.

To All JFK Airport Customs Brokers & Freight Forwarders Association Members, WFS will implement a 100% appointment booking system for all of their JFK locations. Appointment bookings are currently available and highly encouraged at their following JFK locations: Blgds 9, 73, 76, 78, and 151. Bldgs. 66/66-Swiss and the other locations will online in the […]

Rail Schedule changes

The following changes were made from 29-Jan-23 13:45 (America/New_York) to 29-Jan-23 14:45 (America/New_York) Changed By: Yuen Yee Fong Journey: HYUNDAI BRAVE Journey No: 102E Load Discharge Field Old Value Updated Value CAVAN ETD 23-Jan-23 00:00 29-Jan-23 00:00 USMES ETA 10-Feb-23 00:00 06-Feb-23 00:00 The following Customs Declaration jobs are affected: B00009182 Regards, ediEnterprise Schedule Change […]