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Customs and Border Protection is cracking down on ‘de minimis’ eCommerce shipments, with several high-profile freight forwarders and customs brokers suspended from access to a program to facilitate low-value import shipments. https://lnkd.in/eyJWBmbG

Compliance in international and domestic trade is crucial. The Type 86 Pilot Program brought many freight forwarders success in the 321 import de minimis arena, but CBP is now tightening regulations. Recent changes under the program effective February 15, 2024, are particularly noteworthy amidst the surge of cross-border and air cargo e-commerce. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) outlined these changes in a Federal Register Notice from January 16, 2024 (89 FR 2630). Stay informed about the impact of these adjustments: [Link to the Federal Register Notice] #TradeCompliance #CBP #FreightForwarders #DeMinimis #CustomsRegulations #e-commerce #aircargo

Automated Manifest System (AMS) Due to strict security measures, the Automated Manifest System (AMS) determines that American customs have to be notified 24 hours in advance of shipments to as well as from the United States. Import Security Filing (ISF) The Import Security Filing (ISF) dictates that cargo must be reported to US customs 24 hours prior to being loaded into a container or ship. Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) The Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) is U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s electronic manifest program, which was launched in 2007 and requires carriers to file an ACE Manifest at least one hour prior to arrival at the border. Air Cargo Advance Screening (ACAS) Similarly to ACE, the Air Cargo Advance Screening (ACAS) Program, which went into effect on June 12, 2018, requires the submission of advanced air cargo information on shipments arriving in the United States from a foreign location. Since 2004, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) requires that Canadian customs have to be notified 24 hours ahead of shipments to as well as from Canada. This filing is called Advance Commercial Information (ACI). Additionally, the so-called Electronic Manifest or eManifest has to be submitted to the CBSA before arrival of the shipment. In Japan, Advance Cargo Information (ACI) must be submitted for all air cargo, crew and passenger information for all vessels and aircraft entering the country. The filing system is managed by the Nippon Automated Cargo and Port Consolidation System (NACCS) and went live in March 2019. The Ocean Advance Filing Requirement (AFR), ACI’s counterpart regarding inbound ocean shipment, has been mandatory since 2014. As far as South Africa is concerned, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) aims to collect all revenues due and ensure optimal compliance with tax and customs legislation through its mandatory eFiling. This also provides a customs and excise service that will facilitate legitimate trade as well as protect the economy and society. Just like in the United States, the Automated Manifest System (AMS) requires that Mexican customs be notified 24 hours in advance of shipments to as well as from the country.

CBP Suspends Low-Value Shipment Access for Several Customs Brokers The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has suspended access for several customs brokers to the Type 86 program, which facilitates low-value import shipments. This voluntary initiative allows consignees to have their customs brokers provide CBP with data filed through the agency’s automated broker interface (ABI) under the de minimis rule. The de minimis rule permits the import of one package per day worth $800 or less without filing a formal customs entry with CBP and, importantly, without paying duties or tariffs.

CBP Suspends Low-Value Shipment Access for Several Customs Brokers The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has suspended access for several customs brokers to the Type 86 program, which facilitates low-value import shipments. This voluntary initiative allows consignees to have their customs brokers provide CBP with data filed through the agency’s automated broker interface (ABI) under the de minimis rule. The de minimis rule permits the import of one package per day worth $800 or less without filing a formal customs entry with CBP and, importantly, without paying duties or tariffs.

A STEP BY STEP JOURNEY FOR A T1 EXPORT TRANSIT DOCUMENT. The T1 export transit document facilitates the movement of goods from one customs office to another within the EU without the need to pay duties and taxes at each border crossing. RENSAT can process both the export declaration and your T1. Let’s take a step by step look at the journey a T1 document takes.   1. Application: The exporter or RENSAT applies for the T1 document from the customs authorities. 2. Approval: Once the application is processed and approved, the exporter receives the T1 document from customs. 3. Loading: The goods are loaded onto the transport vehicle, and the T1 document accompanies the shipment. 4. Border Crossing: At the first EU border, the carrier presents the T1 document to customs authorities for inspection. 5. Transit: Upon approval, the goods can move inland EU and cross borders without paying duties and taxes. 6. Document Closure: Depending on the type of movement, customs authorities will close the T1 transit document at the appropriate point. 7. Bond Removal: After the T1 document is closed, RENSAT ( where we are acting as your customs agent) will request the removal of the financial guarantee bond. 8. Delivery: The goods reach their destination customs office for final clearance or further transit. As experts in customs clearance — and as customs clearance brokers, RENSAT understand the importance of accurate T1 document preparation. It's not just about compliance — it's about ensuring your goods move efficiently across borders, avoiding unnecessary delays and costs. RENSAT. EXPERIENCED, RELIABLE, AFFORDABLE hashtag#CustomsClearanceUK hashtag#UKCustomsExperts hashtag#ImportExportUK 📧 Info@rensat.co.uk 📞 07932 861545 🌐 rensat.co.uk #logistics #supplychain #CustomsClearanceUK #UKCustomsExperts #ImportExportUK #TradeComplianceUK #CustomsSolutionsUK #UKTradeServices #CustomsDeclarationUK #BrexitCustomsClearance #UKCustomsAssistance #EfficientCustomsUK #SeamlessShippingUK #UKCustomsMadeEasy #CustomsConsultancyUK #YourCustomsPartnerUK #NavigateCustomsUK #CustomsComplianceUK #Carnet #ATACarnet

A STEP BY STEP JOURNEY FOR A T1 EXPORT TRANSIT DOCUMENT. The T1 export transit document facilitates the movement of goods from one customs office to another within the EU without the need to pay duties and taxes at each border crossing. RENSAT can process both the export declaration and your T1. Let’s take a step by step look at the journey a T1 document takes.   1. Application: The exporter or RENSAT applies for the T1 document from the customs authorities. 2. Approval: Once the application is processed and approved, the exporter receives the T1 document from customs. 3. Loading: The goods are loaded onto the transport vehicle, and the T1 document accompanies the shipment. 4. Border Crossing: At the first EU border, the carrier presents the T1 document to customs authorities for inspection. 5. Transit: Upon approval, the goods can move inland EU and cross borders without paying duties and taxes. 6. Document Closure: Depending on the type of movement, customs authorities will close the T1 transit document at the appropriate point. 7. Bond Removal: After the T1 document is closed, RENSAT ( where we are acting as your customs agent) will request the removal of the financial guarantee bond. 8. Delivery: The goods reach their destination customs office for final clearance or further transit. As experts in customs clearance — and as customs clearance brokers, RENSAT understand the importance of accurate T1 document preparation. It's not just about compliance — it's about ensuring your goods move efficiently across borders, avoiding unnecessary delays and costs. RENSAT. EXPERIENCED, RELIABLE, AFFORDABLE hashtag#CustomsClearanceUK hashtag#UKCustomsExperts hashtag#ImportExportUK 📧 Info@rensat.co.uk 📞 07932 861545 🌐 rensat.co.uk #logistics #supplychain #CustomsClearanceUK #TradeComplianceUK #CustomsBrokerUK #CustomsSolutionsUK #UKTradeServices #CustomsDeclarationUK #BrexitCustomsClearance #UKCustomsAssistance #EfficientCustomsUK #SeamlessShippingUK #UKCustomsMadeEasy #CustomsConsultancyUK #YourCustomsPartnerUK #NavigateCustomsUK #CustomsComplianceUK #Carnet #ATACarnet

Defra digital services - update Some of Defra digital services have experienced technical issues over the last few days. The power outage has now been fully resolved and Defra digital services are once again fully operational. This includes the Automatic Licence Verification System (ALVS). All Imports that arrived after 21:00 14 May 2024 will now clear as normal. Exceptionally, SPS cleared goods affected by the outage which started from 07:45 11/05/24, have been instructed to move away from the border location under customs control. This is a temporary contingency measure. If any goods affected by the outage remain at a border location (eg. uncollected containerised loads) you should immediately contact the port and arrange for collection of those consignments. Goods moved away from the border location under customs control will still show as held on the Customs Declaration System (CDS). At this time, please do not contact the National Clearance Hub to request for your goods to be released. Declarations will be updated as soon as possible but this does not affect the ability for goods to be directed away from the border. If you use an agent, please stay in contact with them for further updates. There are no restrictions on the use or processing of the goods directed away from the border under customs control as part of the outage of Defra systems. Businesses are reminded that they have a legal responsibility to pay any outstanding duties for these imports once the declaration is finalised.  

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 (𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀) / The Secure Exports Scheme (SES) is designed to make exporting easier by helping NZ exporters clear Customs here and overseas. Exporters will need to ensure their goods are packed, stored and transported in a way that meets global customs standards. For NZ Customs, the Secure Exports Scheme means they have confidence in the exporter’s supply chain security. For exporters, this means less chance of border delays and greater certainty at international borders. Secure Exports Scheme is New Zealand’s Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) programme and is recognised by overseas Customs administrations through Mutual Recognition Arrangements (MRA). NZ has MRAs with: • Australia • Canada • China • Hong Kong • Japan • Republic of Korea • Singapore • Taiwan • United States of America Additional MRAs are currently being negotiated. 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 • 50% reduction on all export entry transaction fees; • Dedicated SES team to assist you with border compliance; • Lower intervention rates at the time of export and when entering the overseas border – this reduces the cost of goods if subject to inspection, delays to market and potential for product deterioration; • Priority at international borders during times of trade disruptions; • Strengthen your brand value by advertising to international traders that you are an AEO SES partner; • Focused support from the SES team in NZ and our Customs International Liaison Officers deployed across the world. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱? Every business is unique and needs different measures to achieve the outcome of securing cargo. Customs’ approach is to have the exporter demonstrate what they are doing to secure their export goods and assess these practices against the minimum standards. Minimum standards cover the following processes: procedural, documentation and physical security, access controls, personnel security, education and training and other government agency requirements. Learn more in the link below https://lnkd.in/gXY_vH4r Source: New Zealand Customs Service ------------- P.S. The team at https://EasyFreight.co.nz/ helps NZ importers & exporters to save money on international freight and reduce mistakes with Customs and biosecurity rules. → Contact us now to get your FREE quote on international shipment & NZ Customs clearance services (https://lnkd.in/gKSx3Qf)

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 (𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀) / The Secure Exports Scheme (SES) is designed to make exporting easier by helping NZ exporters clear Customs here and overseas. Exporters will need to ensure their goods are packed, stored and transported in a way that meets global customs standards. For NZ Customs, the Secure Exports Scheme means they have confidence in the exporter’s supply chain security. For exporters, this means less chance of border delays and greater certainty at international borders. Secure Exports Scheme is New Zealand’s Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) programme and is recognised by overseas Customs administrations through Mutual Recognition Arrangements (MRA). NZ has MRAs with: • Australia • Canada • China • Hong Kong • Japan • Republic of Korea • Singapore • Taiwan • United States of America Additional MRAs are currently being negotiated. 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 • 50% reduction on all export entry transaction fees; • Dedicated SES team to assist you with border compliance; • Lower intervention rates at the time of export and when entering the overseas border – this reduces the cost of goods if subject to inspection, delays to market and potential for product deterioration; • Priority at international borders during times of trade disruptions; • Strengthen your brand value by advertising to international traders that you are an AEO SES partner; • Focused support from the SES team in NZ and our Customs International Liaison Officers deployed across the world. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱? Every business is unique and needs different measures to achieve the outcome of securing cargo. Customs’ approach is to have the exporter demonstrate what they are doing to secure their export goods and assess these practices against the minimum standards. Minimum standards cover the following processes: procedural, documentation and physical security, access controls, personnel security, education and training and other government agency requirements. Learn more in the link below https://lnkd.in/gXY_vH4r Source: New Zealand Customs Service ------------- P.S. The team at https://EasyFreight.co.nz/ helps NZ importers & exporters to save money on international freight and reduce mistakes with Customs and biosecurity rules. → Contact us now to get your FREE quote on international shipment & NZ Customs clearance services (https://lnkd.in/gKSx3Qf)