CBP issues proposed rules to enhance low-value shipments
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that would impose new data collection requirements for low-value shipments, also known as de minimis shipments. If passed, the rule would create a new alternative process for entering low-value goods. The new process will require the submission of advance data such as origin, destination and cargo contents.minimal backgroundconcept minimum Shipments to the United States result from customs regulations designed to simplify the importation of low-value goods. the term"minimum” refers to goods below a certain value threshold that allow them to enter the country with minimal duties or taxes.Historically, the threshold was set at $200, but was raised to $800 in 2016 under the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act (TFTEA). This change is intended to reduce CBP's administrative burden and facilitate faster processing of the rapidly increasing volume of e-commerce shipments. Over the past decade, the number of shipments applying for de minimis exemptions has increased significantly,…
CBP proposes changes to minimum entry process
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a notice of proposed rulemaking on January 13, 2025, to update the de minimis transportation rule. The public can comment on the proposed rule until March 17, 2025. CBP outlined three reasons for updating the de minimis rule. First, individuals and entities are exploiting loopholes found in the old system. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is aware of individuals importing multiple shipments at less than the de minimis threshold to evade duties and taxes; small businesses having employees pick up de minimis packages on behalf of the business; second, due to the 2016 minimum threshold The limit threshold is set at $800, and the number of packages imported every day is too high for CBP to effectively monitor. Finally, the technology available to CBP and other customs authorities around the world is much more advanced than when the rule was originally written. The proposed changes are designed to address each of these…
CBP issues guidance on steel melting and pouring requirements
CBP recently issued guidance on melting and pouring requirements for certain imported steel products to implement President Biden’s announcement in July to adjust U.S. steel and aluminum imports.steel aluminum announcement backgroundOn July 10, 2024, President Biden issued two announcements regarding adjustments to U.S. steel and aluminum imports. The announcement increases the Section 232 tariff rates for these two products and adjusts the requirements to avoid Section 232 duties.The Steel Bulletin imposes melting and pouring requirements on steel products imported into Mexico. It also increases the Section 232 import tariff rate on steel products and derivative steel products produced in Mexico that are melted and poured in countries other than Mexico, Canada or the United States. If the melting and pouring country is any country other than the United States, Mexico or Canada, the steel products are subject to an additional 25% tariff.Beginning November 21, 2024, importers must report to CBP the melting and pouring countries for certain imported steel products…
7 Tips for Submitting Prior Disclosures to CBP
All parties involved in importing merchandise into the United States, such as importers, customs brokers, exporters, shippers, and foreign suppliers and manufacturers, may file a Prior Disclosure (PD) with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to voluntarily disclose certain false statements, acts, or omissions in violation of 19 USC § 1592. By doing so, these parties may receive reduced penalties for filing a PD.Here are seven tips for submitting prior disclosures to U.S. Customs and Border Protection: Performance data must be submitted in written formWhile oral disclosure is permitted, CBP's 19 CFR 162.74 requires that oral disclosures must be followed by a written statement within 10 days. If you decide to tell CBP verbally first, it is recommended that you keep a detailed written record of who you spoke with, what you suggested to CBP, and then make sure to summarize these in writing within 10 days of the discussion. Follow the checklist to ensure your PD has all the required…
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