Question: We recently had our first USMCA-related Protest approved. What happens next? Is the refund automatic and through established ACH channels? Or a mailed paper check? And how long will it take? Answer 1: If you are enrolled in ACH refund program you should see the refund within ~2 weeks based on my experience. I […]
Question: We recently imported something from MX into the US and the truck got all the way into the Midwest before CBP called us and instructed us to return the truck to the border for an Intensive Exam of the imported item. How common is that timing? Anyone else here ever been flagged for an […]
Question: With all the talk about preserving rights for potential duty refunds after Supreme Court ruling, I’d like to ask: Where exactly does one send the request to suspend/extend liquidation date on entries? Mailing address? Done via ACE? Emailed somwehere? Answer 1: You would submit the request for an extension of time to delay liquidation […]
Question: The Trade Facilitation and Cargo Security (TFCS) Summit is set for May 6-8. Does anyone know how far in advance they open up registrations? Seems like there should be a registration site by now. Answer 1: Hello, I was wondering the same thing and given all of the federal cuts, I reached out to […]
Question: Can anyone recommend annual conferences where you can connect with CBP officials, specifically Duty Drawback experts? Or conferences where you can get direct updates from CBP? Which ones would be most relevant? Answer 1: I recently became aware of Bi-weekly Trade Calls which CBP has with the Trade Community on a regular basis. I […]
Question: I realize that no one here knows exactly how the new broker continuing education requirements will be implemented, but do we think it’s safe to say: If the requirements are implemented in the summer of 2025 and I attend the Annual ICPA Conference in the Spring, will I likely be able to claim those […]
Question: In the past when we made changes to our importer account, ort broker submitted the 5106 without us having to complete any physical forms. The new broker we have is asking for us to complete the 5106 saying they cannot complete it on our behalf even though they have our POA. Isn’t the POA’s […]
Question: Importing a reagent product that will be sold to clinics and hospitals for clinical testing. Would this be considered a retail product under US Customs regulations? Answer 1: The statute and the CBP regulations do not offer a define of what constitutes “retail” or retail trade.” When a tariff term is not defined in […]
Question: Hello: Can a licensed U.S. Customs broker clear cargo in Guam? Answer 1: The process in Guam is different than in the mainland US. In Guam the forwarder presents the cargo documentation to Guam Customs and Quarantine agents upon arrival of the cargo and taxes are assessed. There is no ABI communication (or similar) […]
Question: My company is importing goods that require and exemption from another government agency. Under this condition, a Temporary Import Bond (TIB) is required. This then requires the product to either be exported or destroyed under Customs Supervision. I have heard from other companies they were able to get approval from certain ports to provide […]
Question: Can someone help me to get contact at the CBP I could speak to regarding the types of letters of credit they accept? Answer 1: What type of L/C are you speaking about? Are you talking about a financial guarantee like the import bond? Call your local Port Director – all ports are listed […]
Question: We have a container of goods that are being returned to the US from China due to Chinese customs not releasing it to our customer due to a paperwork error. It’s been several months of in fighting between Chinese customs and our customer. The product is coming back to US on a vessel due […]
