Question: We currently have returnable containers that are imported with our parts in them and when they are empty they are returned to the supplier. Currently we are paying the tariffs on these containers and the parts in the containers. We currently do not enter these goods into our FTZ as there is no way […]
Question: Hello, We applied for FDA Weekly Entry Filing (WEF) approval for LEDs – 8541.41 twice and were denied. We’ve learned that certain FTZs have applied and were approved using the aforementioned classified and others. As an FTZ, have you applied and were approved? Would greatly appreciate your feedback to continue an internal conversation. Answer […]
Question: Hello, We applied for FDA Weekly Entry Filing (WEF) approval for LEDs – 8541.41 twice and were denied. We’ve learned that certain FTZs have applied and were approved using the aforementioned classified and others. As an FTZ, have you applied and were approved? Would greatly appreciate your feedback to continue an internal conversation. Answer […]
Question: Hi All, Can you please share a list of FTZ zones in the New England or East Cost for the pharma industry? Best, Answer 1: Look into FTZ 208.
Question: What is the current tariff treatment for materials that are subject to Section 301 duties (China Origin) admitted into a foreign trade zone in prior years? The materials are not subject to Section 232. If withdrawn from the zones after April 9th, are these materials subject to Section 301 and the new IEEPA tariffs […]
Question: We operate an FTZ distribution center with no manufacturing. Goods are strictly brought in and sent back out. Hypothetically, if we were to pay duties on all CN goods to avoid any further duties added to what we currently have in stock and then immediately add those goods back into our FTZ inventory as […]
Question: I just joined a company that said they are actively using an FTZ, however when I go on to OFIS and look up the site, it is saying the status is “Approved” and the sunset date was 11/30/2024. How can the company say they are using it, when it isn’t showing any activity? Answer […]
Question: What is the prevailing thought on how the incoming Trump administration’s expected increase on Sec 301 rates will impact products in PF status in FTZs? Is it possible for increased duty rates to be applied retroactively to those products already admitted into the FTZ? Answer 1: There are certainly many uncertainties that will not […]
Question: In an FTZ with manufacturing, the process includes privileged foreign, non-privileged foreign and domestic goods. The privileged foreign and non-privileged foreign status goods are entered on the weekly summary as the parts are moved into the manufacturing process. The duty is then paid, which would then move all products to domestic status. The finished […]
Question: Are completed FTZ applications available to be reviewed? If yes, where would you access them? If not accessible, we are considering filing a FOIA request to review a current and accepted application. Should the FOIA request be sent to the local FTZ Board or to CBP? Answer 1: Applications are generally available under the […]
Question: Our customer in a Restricted Country requested that our company (FZ) processes Transfer of ownership (Exw) to their FF who will act as the Exporter of Record. Can someone please help me to identify the consequences and implications on such sales, what would be the best practice for having our company as the Exporter […]
Question: Can someone please provide an example of an approved FTZ manual? I see this question has been asked before, and the response was to see the CBP guidance or ask a FTZ consultant. The have the guidance, and don’t need the complete services of a consultant. The grantee has been very helpful and I […]
