Question: We are applying for drawback. FedEx is the importer of record and we are listed as the consignee on the CBP7501. CBP is requesting we obtain a statement/transfer document from FedEx providing us with rights to merchandise. FedEx is pushing back on providing a statement/transfer document. Any recommendations are greatly appreciated! Answer 1: Don’t […]
Question: Same Condition Drawback Say I import swabs (HTS 3926) from Thailand and pay 5% duty. I later export these same Thai swabs to Mexico in the same condition as imported. The swabs will be included as part of a kit (the swabs are not enhanced or altered). The kit is a reagent kit (COVID […]
Question: We have a foreign importer, located in Mexico that is requesting to submit a privilege application for duty drawback. They have a custom assigned number and an importer bond. They import from Europe to a fabricator in the US pay duty/tax. Once the fabrication is complete, it is then exported to FIOR in Mexico […]
Question: Duty Drawback Privilege application, Question 16. Description of claimant’s drawback program. A description with sample documents of how the applicant will ensure compliance with its certification that the statutory and regulatory drawback requirements will be met. The detail contained in this description may vary depending on the size and complexity of the applicant’s accelerated […]
Question: I am considering applying to our company to participate in a duty drawback program. This would include unused, manufactured, and unused destroyed. I would like to gain insight from companies that have recently initiated a duty drawback program, including their experiences, challenges, and any blind spots they encountered. Did they use a consultant or […]
Question: We are submitting a privilege application and have a question. The application asks for our inventory method, which is direct identification, we do not use FIFO, LIFO, etc., but track by item/lot number through the supply chain. It also asks for sample documents, import and export. Does anyone know if CBP would prefer if […]
Question: Looking for beginner steps for starting a duty drawback program. What is the mapping for the process, application process, ruling process, etc……………… Can a Self-filer file their own claims through ACE. Currently ACE Account Self0filer – Importer – Exporter. Self-file through a 3rd Party so have access to the import data to file claims […]
Question: We submitted a duty drawback claim in 2020. In 2021 CBP did a desk review and everything requested was submitted. In Jan. 25, they asked for additional ITIN’s, which were provided. In their review, they found a piece count discrepancy on one ITIN and denied. liquidated the entire claim. It was a clerical error, […]
Question: We are going to start do duty drawback and have a part we import from both China and India, it is the identical item, HTS code and part number. Our inventory tracks by part number import to export. Our boxes are marked with the country of origin, but we move them to put in […]
Question: I am starting a duty drawback program at my company. I was wondering if, after its successful implementation, if the duty drawback coordinator (me) should receive some kind of commission and if so, how much should that commission be? Also, for service providers, I have a first quote for acting as the broker for […]
Question: For raw materials imported into Canada that are being surtaxed at 25%, used in manufacturing and then the finished good is exported back to the US, we should be able to apply for duty drawback to CBSA, correct? Answer 1: Yes, but as of this week, a Surtax Remission Order was put in place. […]
Question: I am attempting to get ready for senior management approval for our company’s first duty drawback program. I am going through the eCFR and finding many requirements, such as accounting method, a bank account, document requirements, a bond requirement, etc. If there were a guide out there called “Getting Ready for Duty Drawback”, that […]
